Caring.com offers a free service to help families find senior care and authentic reviews to help you in your decision. On average in West Columbia, SC, residents and their loved ones rate In Home Care agencies 4.8 out of 5 stars across the 24 options below.
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1904 Sunset Blvd, Suite D, West Columbia, SC, 29169
4.7
(340 reviews)
"Our family worked with right at home for many years. They helped us keep mother at home far beyond what we would have been able to manage on our own. For this I am grateful now looking back on the extra time we were able to spend with her while she w..."
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5000 Thurmond Mall, Suite 207, Columbia, SC, 29201
4.4
(45 reviews)
"Always Best Care of the Midlands Team ensured that I was well informed, and my loved one received the best care possible. The compassionate care was delivered not only by the care professionals, but by the support team. The owners even checked in wit..."
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9367 Two Notch Rd, Suite C1, West Columbia, SC, 29169
4.9
(16 reviews)
"I cannot speak more highly of the professionals and staff. My mom moved in with us almost a year ago and she’s stopped driving. It only does someone come to drive her to appointments but they genuinely care and sometimes just sit and talk with her..."
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114 Haygood Ave, Suite A, Lexington, SC, 29072
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Senior Helpers is taking care of my family member with Dementia. The caregivers are patient,reliable,caring and professional. The owners take great measures to ensure a good match for the client and caregiver. And they aren't just managing people a..."
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1122 Lady St Suite 262 , Columbia, SC, 29201
"Avodah Home Care is founded on servant leadership principles. The term "Avodah" is derived from the Hebrew words for Work, Worship, and Serv..."
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1417 Gregg St , Columbia, SC, 29201
"HELPING YOU FIND GREAT HOME CARE Welcome to Cornerstone Caregiving. We are a senior in-home care service that allows your loved ones to s..."
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1053b Sparkleberry Ln Ext, Columbia, SC, 29223
"Visiting Angels of Columbia, SC provides seniors and adults with the assistance needed to continue living at home. With our local agency in ..."
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7425 College St Suite 101, Columbia, SC, 29063
4.9
(24 reviews)
"Amazing company! We have been with Carolina Healthcare for several years and they have given us the best care. Hands down best choice!..."
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4423 Devine St , Columbia, SC, 29205
5.0
(2 reviews)
"CHARRM is a wonderful service. We currently have 4 over 70 year olds in our family and have used several agencies. CHARRM has been by far the best service we have ever had the pleasure to be blessed to come in contact with. They are compassionate, t..."
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7801 Saint Andrews Road, Irmo, SC, 29063
5.0
(1 reviews)
"A friend recommended Key Choice Home Care. They were good and I wish they would continue working with me. They helped with cooking, bathing, light housekeeping, transportation, and laundry. But they terminated the services to me without any notice. T..."
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100 Ashland Park Lane, Ste C, Columbia, SC, 29210
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Homecare Solutions took care of me after a knee replacement. Their staff took excellent care of me and I would highly recommended them. It was a huge relief to have the help I needed. ..."
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1612 Marion Street, Suite 103, Columbia, SC, 29201
4.0
(2 reviews)
"Fabulous office staff. Caring caregiver. My dad has been pleased and he is not easily pleased with his caregivers. Thank you Addis Columbia!! ..."
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3214 Leaphart Rd, Suite C, West Columbia, SC, 29169
3.0
(1 reviews)
"We had used Comfort Keepers, and we had troubles with the scheduling. The people that came did a good job, but some did not show up. That was the only reason why we looked for another agency. I hated to do so because I really liked a lot of its peopl..."
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114-B East Columbia Ave., Batesburg, SC, 29006
" Sheppard's Helping Hands provides professional, affordable, and caring in home living assistance for seniors in the Batesburg, SC area..."
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1213 State St, Cayce, SC, 29033
"Hands and Hearts Home Care was founded in 2008 in order to provide a much-needed service for senior citizens. We have worked tirelessly to p..."
READ MOREAccording to 2020 data from the Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the monthly home care rate of $4,242 in West Columbia is a couple of hundred dollars higher than the state average but below the U.S. median of $4,481.
Compared with other North Carolina areas, in-home care providers in West Columbia have higher prices. To the southeast in the cities of Sumter and Florence, the corresponding rates of $3,909 and $3,966 are over $200 lower, on average, than in West Columbia. Near the North Carolina state line in Spartanburg, home care costs are $337 less, while Greenville’s costs are $242 lower than in West Columbia.
West Columbia
$4,242
South Carolina
$4,076
United States
$4,481
Sumter
$3,909
Florence
$3,966
Spartanburg
$3,905
Greenville
$4,000
Home health care agencies provide additional medical services, such as injections, and they cost $48 more, on average, than home care providers. The most affordable option for senior care in the area is adult day health at $1,274 per month. Assisted living facilities in West Columbia cost $4,299 on average per month, while nursing homes are the costliest senior care option at a median monthly rate of $7,148 for a semiprivate room.
Home Care
$4,242
Home Health Care
$4,290
Adult Day Health
$1,274
Assisted Living
$4,299
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$7,148
Note: Data for West Columbia was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Columbia, was used instead.
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
Long-Term Care Insurance: Long-Term Care Insurance covers expenses related to senior care, including in-home care. Depending on the policy type, beneficiaries may receive a cash payment to use towards long-term care or reimbursement for qualifying long-term care expenses. Note that there are limitations- typically a maximum benefit of $150 per day- and exact coverage terms vary depending on the exact policy, so always check the details.
Medicare: Medicare does not cover in-home care because it is classified as custodial, or non-medical, care. However, some Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans, which offer expanded benefits, may cover in-home custodial care.
Medicaid: Medicaid coverage of in-home care varies between different states because it is not a federally mandated benefit. Currently, all states cover some in-home care either through their standard Medicaid or a waiver program. The specific coverage rules are set individually by each state.
Veterans’ Benefits: The Aid and Attendance benefit is a monthly cash payment that beneficiaries can use to pay for senior care, including in-home care services. To qualify for A&A, Veterans must already receive the VA pension and meet several additional requirements, including needing assistance with the activities of daily living.Contact the Department of Veterans Affairs to learn more.
Reverse Mortgages: Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECMs) are federally insured loans that are available to homeowners age 62 and over. Reverse mortgages allow you to access a portion of your home’s equity in cash, tax free. Many seniors use reverse mortgages to finance their care expenses, including in-home care. Note that although there are no monthly payments due on reverse mortgage loans, borrowers do have to repay the loan once the last surviving homeowner passes away, moves, or sells the home.
Seniors in West Columbia have access to several programs created to help them remain in their homes for as long as it’s feasible.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Central Midlands Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) | (866) 394-4166 | The Central Midlands ADRC is the Area Agency on Aging serving seniors in West Columbia and Lexington County. Older adults can get in touch with the Information and Referral line for advice on available services and other local benefits. |
| Insurance Counseling Assistance and Referral for Elders | (877)744-5130 | I-CARE is a program offered by the Central Midlands ADRC that offers free insurance counseling for seniors. Additionally, eligible seniors can receive financial help with the costs of their Medicare bills through initiatives like Extra Help and the Medicare Savings Program. |
| Weatherization Assistance Program | (803) 734-0662 | This program can help fund home improvements to reduce energy consumption and make it more cost-effective for seniors to continue living at home. Weatherization is available to older adults aged 60 and over, and the amount awarded depends on household income. |
| Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) | (803) 734-0662 | This federal program is overseen by the state’s Office of Economic Opportunity and can help low-income seniors pay for their energy bills. Eligibility for the program is determined based on income and other factors. |
| Lexington County Senior Programs | (803) 359-4048 | The Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission has many helpful programs to help seniors continue to live at home. Homebound seniors over 60 might benefit from home-delivered meals. The county can also provide free home care for low-income older adults. Other services include free legal advice, transportation to medical appointments and social lunches at local senior centers. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – oftentimes it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.
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Anne B_22
5.0
Review of Right at Home Columbia
I like that they are working with her to get strength back so she is able to get back into the kitchen more. I like that they look after their customers and employees and both are important.
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Herbert M
5.0
Review of Right at Home Columbia
They talk to him. They change him every two hours. I don't like that there are too many different caregivers. I need a consistent caregiver. They have some good caregivers.
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Ashley
5.0
Review of Home Instead - West Columbia, SC
I cannot speak more highly of the professionals and staff. My mom moved in with us almost a year ago and she’s stopped driving. It only does someone come to drive her to appointments but they...
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Thank you so much for the kind words, Ashley! We love hearing that you and your mom are having a great experience and feel supported by our amazing caregivers. We can't wait to share this with our...
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