It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Myrtle Beach Colored School Museum and Education Center gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Myrtle Beach, SC is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“Nate and his team have helped multiple family members and the service and support was a great peace of mind. Care of those in need can be a heavy load on the family, and Always Best Care made everything run better in the household. Their care extended past those in need and helped the other family members provide better care. The experience was a breath of fresh air.”
“I engaged Nate as a consultant to search for the right Assisted Living Facility for my mom. This service is no cost to the family. He spent quite some time getting my mom's preferences clarified and then searching for matching AL facilities. All of this was done in less than two days. He and I talked through the options and I relayed the two I felt were best to mom. Nate personally picked mom up from rehab and took her on those tours, which was a godsend because I live in another state. During both tours, he texted me "play by plays" as to how it was going. He helped me and mom choose the right place for her budget and needs - and was very patient with us as my mom took longer than expected to make the final decision. She was talking about needing a new TV and Nate provided her/us with a link to some that were on sale that met her needs. Once the decision was made, Nate accompanied the AL staff member to mom's rehab and sat through the entire long paperwork process to ensure mom understood what she was signing. Again, he kept me in the loop by texting me regularly about how things were going during the meeting. He checked in a couple of times after that and prior to mom's move asking how our prep was going and if we needed anything. On one call, I did ask for a referral to a specific service we needed. He didn't have an established one, so he researched it and got one for me promptly. During and shortly after moving day, Nate checked in again to see how mom was settling in. I've been amazed at the personalized engagement that we received from Nate. Anytime he said he would do something, he did it and he did it promptly. If anything was delayed, he updated me immediately. This is in stark contrast to Tara at Senior Care Authority that provides this service as well. She promised me things during our initial call and didn't follow through on most of them. During our text exchanges, she never answered my specific question - always danced around it. Within a handful of days, I said "nope!", researched more, and came across Nate and this service. Ahhhh, what a breath of fresh air to receive what you asked for. I have no doubt it saved me countless hours glued to my computer, trying to compare facilities. I highly recommend Nate and his consulting service - it was an excellent experience and he was a lifesaver!”
“Very professional and friendly office staff. They are also easy to communicate with. I recommend Always Best Care Senior Services for any senior in need. Also, if you ever need a job, please go and apply. They are always hiring weekly and offer competitive rates.”
“I am truly grateful for the opportunity to work here at Always Best Care over the past six months. Melisa and Nate have been wonderful and thanks for molding me into becoming a great leader. Professionalism is the key to success ????✨⭐️ I am looking forward to many years to come.”
“This is a great company and I would recommended to everyone. I have been with them for 3years Their caregivers are insightful and have so much compassion especially Mariah and Sabrina they are some of there champs they both have great personality and are very Professional. The owners are great and they run a great company.thank you for all that you guys do ????”
“I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident 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 with us to offer support and guidance. They exceeded our expectations!”
“This is a company that truly cares about its employees and the seniors they care for! Nate and Melisa offer regular training for caregivers so they they can provide the best care possible!”
“Nice people to work with”
“Gina Berry takes time explaining why home care and Always Best Care is the best choice for your family’s needs. The Team at Always Best is thoughtful and supportive they go out of their way to make you feel heard and understood. They customize the care plan, care team and schedule. I recommend them to anyone considering aging in place.”
“I am a current client of this provider From a caretakers/daughters point of view: This service is a savior for me personally. It relieves me from having to miss a lot of work time to travel to my mothers appt, now I can meet her at the appt. and save this time. The care and service she is getting is TOP NOTCH! From how easy it is for my mother to schedule and the follow through is right on the money. From a person getting the services: Melissa is the best, she calls me weekly to remind me of my appointments coming up. I am very pleased with the services and absolutely pleased with the services provided. I know that this alone helps ease the mind of my daughter. Thank you to the team at Always Best Care!”
“Always Best Care is a great company to work for and if you are looking for care for a loved one, I highly recommend them. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and supportive. I work in the senior industry and recommend Always Best Care to my clients that need extra support in their home or while family is away. Always Best Care will respond immediately and truly show compassion to others.”
“The Staff, the care teams and the owners are one of a kind! They take the time to ensure your care needs are met. Highly recommend giving them a call if you have senior care or senior living questions or concerns.”
“Nate took the time to meet with me and my family and help make sense of the questions we had when it came to the short and long term care of our loved one. When you have an elderly parent or a loved one with disabilities there are so many questions and so many emotions. It can be so confusing and it was hard for us to find one person or one company that has the knowledge and grasp of this industry that Nate has. We cannot thank him enough for guiding us through this process and his amazing bedside manner!”
“Hello to all of my Always Best Care friends, I'd like to wish you and your families a Merry, Blessed Christmas and a Happy, Prosperous New Year! My brother, my dad, and I really appreciate everything you did for us this year. You're amazing! All the best for the Christmas season and 2023,”
“I am a current client of this provider It is essential to us, he really needs assistance daily, and I work full time. I like their team approach.”
“This is one of the best companies I’ve worked for in a long time. The owners, Nate and Melisa, genuinely care about clients AND staff. They go above and beyond to support, encourage, and help everyone they work with. Their doors are always open, they’re generous with their time, and they truly want their staff to succeed. Donna in the billing department is fabulous, always available to answer questions or help in any way; Katrina in scheduling puts in so much time and effort to accommodate everyone’s needs and it’s amazing how well she handles everything; Angel works diligently on recruiting and training, making sure there’s plenty of staff to provide quality care; and Jackie is an incredible CHAMP, making sure clients are properly reassessed and care givers have the right tools and knowledge to do their job. ABC is a fantastic, compassionate, caring team I’m proud to be a part of, and I’m proud to serve our clients, too.”
“I am a current client of this provider It depends on who they hire for the job. The people they hire can improve.”
“I am a current client of this provider I would have had to quit my job if it wasn't for them and they go grocery shopping. They can have more guidance for the client and what to do for the client.”
“I am a current client of this provider They have made it positive by being friendly and courteous. I like that I do not have to worry about them; they are honest.”
“I am a current client of this provider The agency would have to make it a lot easier for me to find out about the caregiver coming out and having someone on backup. The agency could provide better scheduling and the caregivers would not come in on time.”
Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Chapin Memorial Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local The Library Restaurant or visit Charlie's Place, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Myrtle Beach, SC, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Myrtle Beach, SC understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Myrtle Beach, SC 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
Ashlyn Pope, Birth of a Nation When Cotton Was King, 2021, brown stoneware, slip, fired to cone 5 in an electric kiln, wood, 6 feet x 11 feet x 4 inches.Contemporary ceramic, textile and printmaking artist Ashlyn Pope takes us on a powerful visual journey through the trials of her Gullah ancestral history, the traumas of which have coded themselves deep within the artist’s psyche.Pope’s exhibit, A History of Moving Forward II, will be on display at Myrtle Beach’s Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Muse...
Ashlyn Pope, Birth of a Nation When Cotton Was King, 2021, brown stoneware, slip, fired to cone 5 in an electric kiln, wood, 6 feet x 11 feet x 4 inches.
Contemporary ceramic, textile and printmaking artist Ashlyn Pope takes us on a powerful visual journey through the trials of her Gullah ancestral history, the traumas of which have coded themselves deep within the artist’s psyche.
Pope’s exhibit, A History of Moving Forward II, will be on display at Myrtle Beach’s Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum from October 4, 2025 to February 15, 2026. The museum is located at 3100 South Ocean Boulevard. The museum is open Tuesday-Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday: 1 p.m.- 5 p.m. The Art Museum is closed on major holidays.
Pope explains, “As a young woman descended from the enslaved Africans in America, my body holds memories of my life while also recalling unconscious memories and responses imparted upon me by my ancestors. Although my mind cannot recall specific memories of my ancestors, my body has become in tune with the experiences my ancestors have gone through.” And in turn, learned reactions like fear, anger, sadness and survival have become embedded in her response system.
A History of Moving Forward II is Pope’s effort of dealing with this deep-rooted trauma: by going through the pain of it so as to overcome it and start envisioning a new future for future generations free from those built-in responses of dread, fury and grief. Employing Gullah motifs like sweetgrass basketry, Pope creates works expressing the human form, always ingrained with African American culture, as a way of addressing the Black human condition but also the resilience and beauty of the Black community.
Pope is an Assistant Professor in 3-D foundations at Coastal Carolina University in Conway, S.C. Pope earned her BFA in ceramics and printmaking from Kennesaw State University (Georgia) in 2013. She went on to complete her Master’s degree in ceramics at The Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA, in 2019.
Pope has continued to expand her education in the ceramics field by serving as artist in residence at various locations, including the Lawrence Arts Center (2019-2021) in Lawrence, Kansas, and at Northern Clay Center in Minneapolis, MN, (2023). Pope recently co-created and co-taught a ceramics course at Anderson Ranch Arts Center in Snowmass, CO, and served as a juror for the ArtField’s Jr. competition in Lake City, S.C.
In the last few years, her work has been published in the book Contemporary Black American Ceramic Artists and graced the cover of Ceramics Monthly magazine.
A History of Moving Forward II is a follow-up exhibition to A History of Moving Forward, which was recently installed at Mason-Scharfenstein Museum of Art in Demorest, GA.
Potential Tropical Storm Imelda will turn away from the coast, but Myrtle Beach will still see impacts, according to a National Weather Service advisory sent on Sunday morning.The storm, called Tropical Depression #9, is expected to strengthen as it moves north from Sunday through Tuesday, but will likely turn offshore due to steering effects from Hurricane Humberto, the advisory says. However, rain and flooding may still be on the table for the Grand Strand.However, the Carolinas, including the Myrtle Beach area, should closel...
Potential Tropical Storm Imelda will turn away from the coast, but Myrtle Beach will still see impacts, according to a National Weather Service advisory sent on Sunday morning.
The storm, called Tropical Depression #9, is expected to strengthen as it moves north from Sunday through Tuesday, but will likely turn offshore due to steering effects from Hurricane Humberto, the advisory says. However, rain and flooding may still be on the table for the Grand Strand.
However, the Carolinas, including the Myrtle Beach area, should closely monitor the storm considering the complicated forecast of the storm off the coast, the NWS said.
The most likely time of arrival of any tropical storm effects is during the day on Tuesday, especiall for coastal areas, the NWS said.
The NWS still anticipates hazardous marine conditions as swells from the two offshore storms interact with one another. There is a lower threat of storm surge flooding and minor wind impacts.
Tropical storm force winds could still cause some power outages and downed trees in the area. Winds of more than 39 mph are expected at least throughout Tuesday along the coast.
From Tuesday through Wednesday, some coastal flooding from storm surge is also possible in low-lying areas along the oceanfront., near inlets, waterways and tidal creek areas. Significant erosion is possible near beaches. Though there may be high waters in the next week, National Weather Service meteorologist Tim Armstrong said that any storm surge flooding in the Myrtle Beach area “will not be a major event.”
There is moderate potential for flooding rainfall. The Myrtle Beach area is expected to get 4 to 6 inches of rain, which will come down between Monday night and Tuesday night and could lead to some isolated flash flooding, Armstrong said.
No tornadoes are currently expected, but waterspouts could be possible on the ocean.
The weather service will continue to send out updates as the storm progresses off the coast.
Stacker compiled a ranking of the coldest Septembers in South Carolina since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information. Rankings are based on the lowest average temperature in each month. For each of the coldest months listed below, we've included the average state temperature, state-wide highs and lows for the month, and the total precipitation.#10. September 2001 (tie)- Average temperature: 71.2°F- Monthly high temperature: 82.1°F- Monthly low temperature: 6...
Stacker compiled a ranking of the coldest Septembers in South Carolina since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information. Rankings are based on the lowest average temperature in each month. For each of the coldest months listed below, we've included the average state temperature, state-wide highs and lows for the month, and the total precipitation.
#10. September 2001 (tie)
- Average temperature: 71.2°F
- Monthly high temperature: 82.1°F
- Monthly low temperature: 60.4°F
- Total precipitation: 3.72"
#10. September 1956 (tie)
- Average temperature: 71.2°F
- Monthly high temperature: 82.6°F
- Monthly low temperature: 59.7°F
- Total precipitation: 5.86"
#9. September 1913
- Average temperature: 71°F
- Monthly high temperature: 81.6°F
- Monthly low temperature: 60.5°F
- Total precipitation: 5.09"
#8. September 1984
- Average temperature: 70.9°F
- Monthly high temperature: 83.1°F
- Monthly low temperature: 58.7°F
- Total precipitation: 2.1"
#7. September 1943
- Average temperature: 70.8°F
- Monthly high temperature: 82.6°F
- Monthly low temperature: 59°F
- Total precipitation: 3.11"
#4. September 1963 (tie)
- Average temperature: 70.7°F
- Monthly high temperature: 81.9°F
- Monthly low temperature: 59.5°F
- Total precipitation: 5.17"
#4. September 1917 (tie)
- Average temperature: 70.7°F
- Monthly high temperature: 80.5°F
- Monthly low temperature: 61°F
- Total precipitation: 5.97"
#4. September 1914 (tie)
- Average temperature: 70.7°F
- Monthly high temperature: 81.8°F
- Monthly low temperature: 59.6°F
- Total precipitation: 3.83"
#3. September 1924
- Average temperature: 70.2°F
- Monthly high temperature: 79.7°F
- Monthly low temperature: 60.8°F
- Total precipitation: 13.16"
#2. September 1918
- Average temperature: 69.3°F
- Monthly high temperature: 81°F
- Monthly low temperature: 57.5°F
- Total precipitation: 3.95"
#1. September 1967
- Average temperature: 67.7°F
- Monthly high temperature: 79.6°F
- Monthly low temperature: 55.7°F
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Hook & Barrel, a popular Myrtle Beach seafood restaurant, was just named the third-best casual dining spot in the nation.“To be placed third in the in the country, it’s kind of mind boggling,” said owner and operator Heidi Vukov. “It takes a village and we have an amazing staff that does just a great job, from the staff in the kitchen to the staff in the front of the house, we’re just a really good team, and I think that from the moment that people walk in the door up to the host stand, until they lea...
Hook & Barrel, a popular Myrtle Beach seafood restaurant, was just named the third-best casual dining spot in the nation.
“To be placed third in the in the country, it’s kind of mind boggling,” said owner and operator Heidi Vukov. “It takes a village and we have an amazing staff that does just a great job, from the staff in the kitchen to the staff in the front of the house, we’re just a really good team, and I think that from the moment that people walk in the door up to the host stand, until they leave the restaurant, I feel like they realize that we really care about what we’re doing.”
Travel site Tripadvisor released its Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best restaurant rankings. The awards highlight spots that have received a high volume of “above-and-beyond reviews and opinions” from Tripadvisor users over the last 12 months. According to Tripadvisor, out of the more than 8 million listings, fewer than 1% make the cut.
With an overall score of 4.7 out of 5 and more than 1,240 reviews, Hook & Barrel took the number three spot in the United States in the Casual Dining category. Hook & Barrel opened its doors to the public at 8014 N. Kings Highway in 2017. The restaurant has garnered scores of fans and rave reviews in the years since.
“Best food I’ve ever had at any restaurant in Myrtle Beach in 55 years,” one Tripadvisor user wrote. “Amazing service and amazing atmosphere. This place focuses on giving customers a wonderful night out!”
Those reviews matter to Vukov, who said she reads every one. While the Hook & Barrel team enjoys the good reviews, it’s the bad ones that staff go over weekly to see how they can improve.
The local favorite changes its menu seasonally, but some fan favorites are permanent fixtures on the menu. Tripadvisor reviewers rave about the shrimp, scallops and crab cakes, which are a crowd pleaser for crab lovers and those who avoid gluten because they have no filler.
“Probably our top seller would be the fresh catch, which changes on a regular basis. So it’s a different fish, a different preparation, different sauce, different accompaniments,” Vukov said. “And interestingly enough, although we’re a seafood restaurant, we sell a lot of beef tenderloin and we sell a lot of braised short ribs, and they cook all day, every day, and they just melt in your mouth.”
Tripadvisor lists Hook & Barrel in the $-$$ price range, but there’s some flexibility with the dishes. Entrees run from $25 to $58, while small plates and options from the steam galley cost $11 to $26.
Devoted fans and interested newcomers can try Hook & Barrel for themselves from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 4 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
“We have an amazing team of chefs. I would say we have some of the most talented people in our state working here, and it’s not just one person, it’s a lot of people,” Vukov said. “Everybody offers their creativity, and then we kind of put our heads together and come up with dishes that we think would please our guests.”
CONWAY — An Horry County surgeon and his firm must pay over $5.1 million after removing a patient’s thyroid gland without her consent, according to a recent jury verdict.Natalie Boyd of Horry County sued Coastal Otolaryngology Associates and her surgeon, Dr. Richard Osman, for medical malpractice in 2021. She accused the practice of not obtaining her consent before removing her entire thyroid gland, despite her only wanting the cancerous part removed.The remaining part was healthy, according to court documents....
CONWAY — An Horry County surgeon and his firm must pay over $5.1 million after removing a patient’s thyroid gland without her consent, according to a recent jury verdict.
Natalie Boyd of Horry County sued Coastal Otolaryngology Associates and her surgeon, Dr. Richard Osman, for medical malpractice in 2021. She accused the practice of not obtaining her consent before removing her entire thyroid gland, despite her only wanting the cancerous part removed.
The remaining part was healthy, according to court documents.
A jury on Aug. 29 found that COA and Osman must pay Boyd $105,000 in economic damages and $5 million in non-economic damages, according to court documents.
“Preserving a patient’s freedom to make the final call over their own medical decisions is a sacred right,” Boyd’s attorney Jim Davis said in a statement. “This case was about ensuring that right is protected and holding medical providers accountable when they disregard a patient’s clear surgical consent. The jury heard the evidence of this preventable, life-altering surgical error and rightfully concluded that the conduct was grossly negligent.”
COA and Osman have already requested a new trial, disagreeing with the verdict. In court documents, they maintain Osman did not breach his standard of care prior to or during the surgery since Boyd allegedly had four appointments with Osman before the procedure.
Also, the defendants allege Boyd did not provide sufficient evidence for her claims and that the damages were excessive, according to court documents.
“Boyd failed to establish that she would have had a different outcome regardless of the surgical actions taken by Dr. Osman,” according to the defendants’ Sept. 8 motion for a new trial. “The jury’s verdict was not a product of reasoned deliberation upon the evidence presented at trial, but rather the result of prejudice, passion and bias inflamed by Boyd’s counsel during the trial. A verdict tainted by such improper influences cannot stand."
Osman practiced at Grand Strand Medical Center and first evaluated Boyd’s thyroid gland for possible removal in May 2017, according to court records. GSMC denied allegations of wrongdoing and reached a pre-trial settlement with Boyd in 2024.
The thyroid gland makes hormones that help control a person’s metabolism and blood calcium levels. But when cells in the thyroid grow unexpectedly, thyroid cancers can develop, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
During Osman’s evaluation of Boyd, he discovered some larger follicular nodules in the left side of her thyroid gland. Follicular nodules are growths in the thyroid gland that are signs of possible follicular thyroid cancer, one of the four types of thyroid cancer, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
At least a week before the surgery, Osman advised Boyd that she should get a partial removal of her thyroid. Boyd alleges they both agreed to only remove the remaining part if cancer was discovered in it.
But the defendants maintain that condition was not specified. Instead, they contend the two parties agreed that a full removal was possible, according to court documents.
Boyd’s procedure took place on Dec. 27, 2017. She alleges there were no operative notes in her medical records from the surgery, and no cancer was discovered. She accused the surgeon and his firm of negligence and medical malpractice.
Boyd argues the defendants failed to review their own medical notes, review the consent form with Boyd prior to surgery and perform a pre-operative assessment on the morning of surgery, according to court records.
The defendants maintain Boyd made last-minute changes to the medical consent form without notifying the surgeon or other medical staff. And Osman testified that he had reviewed the medical consent form prior to the surgery and did not see any changes made to the form by the patient or other staff, according to court records.
Also, they contend Boyd’s consent forms already gave Osman permission to “exercise his clinical judgment” at the time of the surgery in order to determine “what was deemed necessary and desirable,” according to court records.
In this case, Osman believed the full removal of Boyd’s thyroid gland was medically necessary in order to facilitate safe access for a separate spine surgery, which she was already scheduled to receive, the defendants alleged in court documents.
Meanwhile, Davis said his client has suffered "severe and lifelong" consequences as a result of the surgery.
"The removal of her thyroid induced permanent hypothyroidism, a condition that leaves her dependent on life-sustaining synthetic hormone medication," Davis wrote in a news release after the verdict.
He added that Boyd also suffers daily with "chronic debilitating low energy, anxiety, difficulty swallowing, inability to regulate body temperature and other ailments that have permanently altered her quality of life," according to the news release.
Boyd and Davis have asked the court to deny the defendants’ request for a new trial.
"We are confident the court will uphold this just verdict," Davis said in a statement.
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