At Care for Life, we are dedicated to providing the highest level of care to you and your loved ones.

Home Care Services & Costs in Charleston and Myrtle Beach, SC

At Care for Life, we understand that finding the right care for your loved one can feel overwhelming. Our goal is to provide affordable, high-quality home care that allows seniors to remain safe, comfortable, and independent, whether it be in their own homes or in a facility.

Whether you need a few hours of assistance each week or around-the-clock live-in care, our experienced caregivers offer personalized support tailored to your family’s needs.

Our Home Care Services

We offer customized care plans to meet a variety of needs, including:

✅ Personal Care Assistance – Help with bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
✅ Companion Care – Meaningful engagement, social interaction, and emotional support.
✅ Meal Preparation & Nutrition Support – Cooking healthy meals and ensuring proper hydration.
✅ Medication Reminders – Assisting with medication schedules for safety and consistency.
✅ Light Housekeeping – Keeping the home clean, organized, and free from hazards.
✅ Transportation & Errands – Assistance with doctor’s appointments, grocery shopping, and outings.
✅ Specialized Dementia & Alzheimer’s Care – Support from caregivers trained in Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care®.
✅ Post-Hospitalization & Recovery Care – Helping with rehabilitation and reducing the risk of re-hospitalization.

We create flexible care plans to meet short-term and long-term needs, ensuring families receive the right level of support.

Affordable Live-In Home Care

For families needing 24/7 support, our live-in care services provide continuous supervision and assistance. This option is a cost-effective alternative to assisted living or nursing homes, offering one-on-one care at home for as low as $16 per hour.

Benefits of Live-In Care:
✔️ Personalized, one-on-one attention tailored to your loved one’s needs.
✔️ Familiar surroundings reduce confusion and anxiety, especially for those with dementia.
✔️ A safer alternative to facilities, minimizing fall risks and hospital visits.
✔️ More affordable than many assisted living communities while offering individualized care.

How Much Does Home Care Cost?

Home care costs vary depending on the level of care, number of hours, and specific services required. We offer competitive pricing and work with families to create a plan that fits their budget.

💰 Hourly Home Care: Flexible scheduling starting at just a few hours per week.
💰 Live-In Care: Available for as low as $16 per hour, offering 24/7 support.
💰 Customized Care Plans: We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees.

We also assist families in navigating long-term care insurance and other funding options to make home care more accessible.

Why Choose Care for Life?

✔️ Established in 1995 – Over 30 years of trusted care in Charleston & Myrtle Beach.
✔️ Experienced, compassionate caregivers – Carefully screened and trained professionals.
✔️ Teepa Snow Certified Dementia Training – Specialized support for those with memory loss.
✔️ Flexible care plans – From part-time to full-time and live-in care.

Companionship

Meaningful activities, friendship, fellowship, consistent interaction.

Meal Prep & Groceries

Planning, shopping and preparing healthy meals to suit your preferences.

Personal Care

Assistance with bathing, hygiene & dressing.

Housekeeping

Dishes, laundry, organizing cupboards, taking out the trash, walking/feeding the pets.

Transportation & Errands

Get a ride in a clean car or chauffeured in your car if you prefer.

Medication Reminders

Prompts to take medications, drink water, stay hydrated.

Respite Care

Everyone needs a break. Relief for those who are caring for friends or family members.

Senior Living Care

Personal care for residents,

independent living, assisted living, memory care,

extra care, W.A.Y.S. (We're at Your Service) Program

Testimonials

I want to thank Mary Peters, Sheena, Becky, Cindy and Beverly for all of your help in arranging care for my husband, D. C. I could not have asked for you to have been any more cooperative.A special thanks goes to caregivers Erica, Virginia and Curtis. In addition to taking good care of him they showed a personal interest in him. I felt very close to them and considered them family.

- Neomi C

We appreciate all of the caregivers who were dedicated and loyal to my mother. They were a blessing in her life and made her final years pleasurable.

- Laura B.

Care For Life is a wonderful and dedicated group of people who truly help to make all family members comfortable and confident that their loved ones are in talented, committed and very loving hands. Can’t say enough about the level of care and professionalism we received throughout the years.

- Amy M.

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