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 Town Clock, Cannon Barrel 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 Conway, 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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“Always Best Care has been a lifesaver for our family. We have worked with them twice, both in emergency situations and they have treated us as if we were their only clients. Within an hour of our first call, we had paperwork completed and a caregiver on the way – and that was a holiday weekend. When the second emergency occurred, we knew exactly who to contact. We truly appreciate everything that Lisa, Melissa and the entire team have done for our family.”
“Thank you for the care you gave to my dad. He did not have any family living close to him. My sister and I were relived to know he was well taken care of. The caregivers truly care about your loved ones.”
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“I am a past client of this provider Always Best Care was just absolutely wonderful. I needed to qualify people who could deal with my sister with brain cancer. My sister would throw people in and out of her house; it was crazy. She died on December 5th. Always Best Care sent incredible people. I don't know where they came from, but they had one girl who was the only person my sister never attempted to throw out of the house. I'd never hear one bad word about this woman who was actually pulling double shifts at the end because my sister liked her so much. For some reason, this woman understood my sister and brain cancer. Brain cancer is hard to deal with because people could be pretty mean and abusive and they don't know what they're doing really. My sister was also going blind at the same time. It was not easy. I just wanted to say what wonderful care we received from Always Best Care. It was amazing. They were just coming and being there. My sister was crazy, and she didn't want anybody overnight, until she finally let me have someone come in overnight. On that night, she died. She got to die in her home, which is what I'm trying to do because that too was the most important thing of all. Always Best Care was able to staff at short notice and send really good people. I was impressed, and I would highly recommend them. They would help my sister get to the bathroom. She weighed 70 pounds when she died, but she was still able to walk. She had cancers on both her femurs, and her blood pressure was 80/47. They just helped with everything, like fixing her small meals, fixing coffee, and talking to her if she wanted to talk or not talking to her if she didn't want to talk. They were just very great with their help. My sister had brain cancer and she was belligerent. Always Best Care would find people within their staff. Also, it didn't take them long, I didn't have to wait. We had letters from others saying they don't have staff right now. With Always Best Care, I did it over the phone with a woman who was a Godsend. I think the caregiver was sent almost the first day and was there every day except on the weekend when they sent someone else. That person seemed to work out OK, too, which amazed me. For some reason, these people knew how to appease someone who is really crazy. It was the cancer; it was in my sister's head. You have to be tough-skinned and just realize that this is the disease talking to you and not a person. They were able to do that, and I feel very blessed.”
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“I used this nursing service for my cousin Pat who had cancer. I can not express the level of care and compassion that was shown for her. The nurses felt like family! Especially Alicia. You treated my cousin as if she was your family and I can't thank you enough for that. You not only took care of her but us also. I would recommend this service 100%! We only used them for 1 month as my cousin passed quickly. I d not have a single negative remark. Thank you Chuck! Your nurses are amazing.”
“I love being able to work with this company, the owners are great people and support me daily! We have many calls to work on performance and continue to grow and learn!”
“Services were geared according to need. We were looking at rehab and they were willing to see what was needed. Very flexible and focused needs of patient All caregivers were on time We had a great experience”
“I am a past client of this provider Services were geared according to need. We were looking at rehab and they were willing to see what was needed. Very flexible and focused needs of patient All caregivers were on time We had a great experience”
“I am a past client of this provider I used this nursing service for my cousin Pat who had cancer. I can not express the level of care and compassion that was shown for her. The nurses felt like family! Especially Alicia. You treated my cousin as if she was your family and I can't thank you enough for that. You not only took care of her but us also. I would recommend this service 100%! We only used them for 1 month as my cousin passed quickly. I d not have a single negative remark. Thank you Chuck! Your nurses are amazing. Donna O.”
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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 Riverfront 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 Rivertown Bistro or visit Horry County Museum, 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 Conway, 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 Conway, 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 Conway, 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.
Since the city sank the first piling more than three decades ago, the Conway Riverwalk has become an integral part of life in the Horry County seat.It’s where locals go for special occasions and photo shoots — weddings, proposals, proms, birthdays, anniversaries. It’s where they exercise, stroll, take visiting family members, or sit in silent contemplation as the dark waters flow slowly by.Now, there’s even more to enjoy, after officials cut the ribbon on an 1,150-foot extension on Thursday, Feb. 6....
Since the city sank the first piling more than three decades ago, the Conway Riverwalk has become an integral part of life in the Horry County seat.
It’s where locals go for special occasions and photo shoots — weddings, proposals, proms, birthdays, anniversaries. It’s where they exercise, stroll, take visiting family members, or sit in silent contemplation as the dark waters flow slowly by.
Now, there’s even more to enjoy, after officials cut the ribbon on an 1,150-foot extension on Thursday, Feb. 6.
Floating lanterns lit Kingston Lake and a gondolier waited patiently at a floating dock to take participants on a romantic gondola ride as the city celebrated its latest accomplishment.
“It represents our commitment to making Conway a place that people want to live, work and visit, and I believe it’s working. It’s about building a thriving community, enhancing our quality of life, and creating lasting memories for everyone who steps foot here,” Mayor Barbara Jo Blain told a crowd of about 100 residents and local officials.
You won’t get any argument from Herman and Valeria Senor. The couple moved back to Conway three years ago, and enjoyed a gondola ride and the expanded Riverwalk on Thursday.
“This is wonderful,” Herman Senor said. “Very accessible, roomy and convenient."
It didn’t come easy.
The city broke ground on the project in November 2023, with an expected completion date of November 2024, but construction finished about two months behind schedule.
“We had extreme weather, rising waters, and we even had snow,” said Tyler Thomas of Sellers General Construction of Conway, which built the extension.
“Mother Nature reminds us that you must adapt, adjust and work around her schedule,” he said.
It marked the third expansion of the Riverwalk, the most popular pathway in a city full of trails, with the first phase finished in 1993. The attraction nows runs from the confluence of Kingston Lake and the Waccamaw River north to 4th Avenue at the Highway 905 bridge.
It features 2,200 feet of pressure-treated pine boardwalk and connecting sidewalks that span about 1.2 miles.
With the latest expansion, which was part of the city’s master development plan, the Riverwalk finally meets Main Street. The Riverwalk connects to the downtown business district via a curved, landscaped sidewalk at Fourth Avenue.
“The expansion links the Riverfront and Main Street, encouraging increased foot traffic and stimulating local economic activity,” city spokesperson June Wood wrote in a news release.
The extension includes elevated decks over the water north and south of the railroad trestle, linked by a section that goes up and over the tracks. There are three wide, octagon-shaped areas for socializing. And floating docks enable boaters to tie up and visit shops and restaurants in the downtown historic district.
The project cost $2,287,277, and was paid for in part by a $750,000 grant from the State Parks Recreation and Tourism Fund secured by State Sen. Luke Rankin (R-Myrtle Beach) and the rest of Conway’s legislative delegation. The balance came from city hospitality funds, which are taxes paid on meals and hotel rooms in the city.
“When we began dreaming about the Riverwalk we envisioned a place where families could walk, gather and enjoy the beauty of our river and lake. Where boats could tie to floating docks and their occupants could stroll downtown for dinner and shopping,” Mayor Blain said.
Mission accomplished.
The Riverwalk "highlights our town’s rich history, its cultural heritage and incredible natural surroundings,” the mayor said. "We are so blessed.”
The event was also the launch of Conway’s "City of Love" Valentine’s Day celebration.
Free gondola rides for two will be offered from 4-7 p.m. Feb. 13-16 from the Riverwalk dock at Fourth Avenue.
Valentine’s Village on the Town Green at 200 Laurel St. will be open from 6-9 on Feb. 13-16, and Valentine’s themed decorations and photo ops abound in the downtown business district.
A barndominim company is coming to Conway. The Barndo Co. is planning on opening an elaborate showroom in April. They will be located at the Coastal Centre Mall on Church Street. (Courtesy: The Barndo Co.)...HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A barndominium company is coming to Conway!The Barndo Co. is planning on opening an elaborate showroom in April at the Coastal Centre Mall on Church Street.Also known as ‘barndos,’ the building trend has become popular through social media and television.Bar...
A barndominim company is coming to Conway. The Barndo Co. is planning on opening an elaborate showroom in April. They will be located at the Coastal Centre Mall on Church Street. (Courtesy: The Barndo Co.)
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HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — A barndominium company is coming to Conway!
The Barndo Co. is planning on opening an elaborate showroom in April at the Coastal Centre Mall on Church Street.
Also known as ‘barndos,’ the building trend has become popular through social media and television.
Barndominiums are barn-style buildings that are built for residential use.
They were originally built to be a creative way to turn unused space in horse barns into lodging for farm and ranch workers.
Today, the trend has taken off into using the building technique to create extraordinary homes.
The Barndo Co. said the primary difference between their builds and a conventional or traditional home comes down to the framing system.
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“We utilize 6x6 posts for all the heavy lifting and weight and wind load requirements. We continue that with full 6” exterior walls and roof decks. This increased thickness on exterior points allow us to do an improved insulation system utilizing spray foam insulation and creating a fully encapsulated building envelope which improves comfort of the home and energy efficiency,” said TJ Norris, the CEO of The Barndo Co.
It’s also that framing system through the use of tresses that make barndominiums so unique.
The Barndo Co. said they use metal trusses anchored to their exterior posts, which allows the home to not have load bearing interior walls.
By not having load bearing interior walls, people can have endless layout options.
“The trusses and the interior ceiling pitch allow for high grand ceilings typically in living rooms, kitchens, and main gatherings areas,” said Norris. "We also have the ability to break away from the postage stamp designs that have become common and re-introduce beloved ranch style food plans and large outdoor gathering spaces.”
From their Conway showroom, The Barndo Co. plans on serving several counties including: Horry, Marion, Florence, Williamsburg and Georgetown.
They also plan on serving a few eastern North Carolina counties.
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Norris said he’s excited to start serving the area.
“I think the people of Conway and surrounding areas should be excited because it will soon be easier than ever to tap into the barndo lifestyle with a partner who wants to see their dreams come true and embrace the culture of the area and join together to impact the community through outreach and giving," he said.
The Barndo Co. said they also plan on being a part of the community by doing things like donating to local charities.
“We are happy to have partnered with The Grand Strand Miracle League in Conway to invest into the community by serving the most vulnerable in the area and offering the game of baseball to every child,” he said.
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The Barndo Co. also has five other offices located in various parts of South Carolina, Tennessee and North Carolina.
Developers wanting to re-develop a shopping center in Conway may have attracted several national retailers to the project.Developers submitted plans for the project to the City of Conway. The filing included renderings that indicated PetSmart, Marshall’s, HomeGoods, Ulta, and Five Below would open as part of the proposal.At 1610 Church St., the plan calls for demolition and pavement removal at the Coastal Centre.Rise Partners ...
Developers wanting to re-develop a shopping center in Conway may have attracted several national retailers to the project.
Developers submitted plans for the project to the City of Conway. The filing included renderings that indicated PetSmart, Marshall’s, HomeGoods, Ulta, and Five Below would open as part of the proposal.
At 1610 Church St., the plan calls for demolition and pavement removal at the Coastal Centre.
Rise Partners purchased the shopping center in October 2024 but did not return a request for comment.
In an October 2024 interview with The Sun News, Rise Partners Partner Greg Wilson said the project would bring in national retailers to the property.
He added that redevelopment should finish in 2026.
“We’re super excited about it,” Wilson said in an interview with The Sun News. “Conway is growing and needs better options in the market.”
The redevelopment project seeks to revitalize a property with fewer tenants than in previous years. In recent years, Conway shoppers have gravitated towards shopping and eating downtown.
The new trend followed efforts to refocus downtown Conway toward local restaurant-goers rather than vacationers in Myrtle Beach. It also marks a turnaround from when businesses exited the area.
In a November 2024 interview with The Sun News, Conway Downtown Alliance Executive Director Hilary Howard said the area’s compactness makes it an attractive place to stop and eat.
“A lot of folks don’t realize that our entire core downtown fits in the same footprint of a Walmart,” Howard said. “If you’re willing to park at Walmart, I walk to the back and get your milk; you’re not walking any further than you are in downtown.”
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Ben Morse is the Retail and Leisure Reporter for The Sun News. Morse covers local business and Coastal Carolina University football and was awarded third place in the 2023 South Carolina Press Association News Contest for sports beat reporting and second place for sports video in the all-daily division. Morse previously worked for The Island Packet, covering local government. Morse graduated from American University in 2023 with a Bachelor’s Degree in journalism and economics and is originally from Prospect, Kentucky.
Flowers will get you out of the dog house, soothe you in times of sorrow, make good times even better.Angie Porter and her family know all about flower power. Porter has a flowering shrub instead of a family tree.Four generations — her mother, sisters, children and grandchildren and their significant others — are helping Porter’s dream of owning and operating a floral shop bear fruit.Flowers are truly a family affair at Blushing Blooms by Under the Oaks at 2609 Shoffner Drive in Conway.The shop i...
Flowers will get you out of the dog house, soothe you in times of sorrow, make good times even better.
Angie Porter and her family know all about flower power. Porter has a flowering shrub instead of a family tree.
Four generations — her mother, sisters, children and grandchildren and their significant others — are helping Porter’s dream of owning and operating a floral shop bear fruit.
Flowers are truly a family affair at Blushing Blooms by Under the Oaks at 2609 Shoffner Drive in Conway.
The shop is the creation of Porter and her daughter, Ashley Rouhselang.
Blushing Blooms had a soft opening last month that turned into a Valentine’s Day rush.
“It was all social media and word of mouth,” Rouhselang said.
“We know a lot of people,” Porter explained.
Even the HTC technicians who installed service at the shop came back to buy flowers, the pair said, who are humbled by the show of community support.
While Porter and Rouhselang run the shop, they have a lot of help, and need it due to other obligations.
Porter recently retired as a nurse from Conway Medical Center, but still practices occasionally to maintain her certification.
Rouhselang is the proprietor of Under the Oaks, a wedding and event planning business located in the Peanut Warehouse in downtown Conway.
The mother and daughter share an inherited love of flowers, but they need a little help with their time split between vocations.
So, and forgive this poor reporter if he misses a few, their relatives pitch in.
Porter’s sister and Rouhselang’s aunt, Audrey, works full-time at the shop.
Katie, Porter’s youngest daughter and Rouhselang’s sister, built and maintains the shop’s website and social media portals, which have helped business boom for the fledgling florists.
“She’s savvy with the computer,” Porter said.
Porter’s husband, and Rouhselang’s father, Henry, delivers flowers. So does Ashton, Porter’s grandson and Rouhselang’s son, whose efforts are assisted by his girlfriend, Kate.
Another Porter grandson, Rouhselang’s youngest Ayden, helps around the shop.
Katy’s husband Dexter searched for and secured the perfect delivery vehicle, a used Nissan transit van. “I’d rather drive it than my car,” Porter said.
Porter’s sister Alice, another of Rouhselang’s aunts, is just a phone call away if Porter’s in a pinch.
Rouhselang’s husband, Mike, helps behind the scenes. He helped build and install the flower cooler, which was delivered on the day of the Conway Blizzard of January 2025.
Porter’s mother, Mary Alice, pitches in by bringing lunch on Fridays.
And don’t forget Porter’s inspiration — her aunts with the green thumbs.
“I grew up with aunts who loved flowers and working in the yard,” Porter said.
And they weren’t just pulling weeds and cutting grass. They were tending flower gardens.
And Porter has kept the tradition alive. “My mom has had a cut-flower garden for many years,” Rouhselang said.
This year, Porter said, “our cutting garden is going to get a lot larger,” helping feed the needs of the shop. They also have suppliers to help fill orders for flowers and potted plants for holidays ranging from Valentine’s Day and Mother's Day; and for occasions from proms and quinceañeras to weddings and funerals.
Flowers, the mother and daughter duo said, are a part of life’s happiest, and saddest, moments.
“Even in times of sorrow, flowers bring some comfort,” Angie Porter said.
Blushing Blooms is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, and from 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
When they rented the shop in north Conway and received the key, the 1,450-square-foot store was a blank slate.
“Just a closet and a restroom,” Porter said.
But it quickly took shape, especially after Porter and Rouhselang made a trip to Atlanta to a wholesaler where they acquired a large collection of planters and home decor.
Most everything in the shop, except for the couch, chairs and cash register, are for sale.
And that included “Francesca,” a ceramic mad-hatter-like rabbit with a top hat that held a plant. Porter gave it a name because it is so over the top that she thought it would be there forever. But she was wrong. They sold six of them.
They’ve had less luck with the brass deer that Porter has named Stephen. “I feel he’s gonna be with us for a while,” she said.
They each have their favorite flowers. Rouhselang is a fan of hydrangeas, while Porter prefers sunflowers.
Mexican sunflowers are her favorite, but they’re a challenge to grow in rural north Conway. “The deer love them,” she said.
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Two Coastal Carolina University graduates are eyeing Conway to bring a sea turtle center to the city, and leaders may make room for them.Taylor Garretson and Elissa Plocinik approached city council in December, requesting the city make space for a rehabilitation center for sea turtles. The pitch is for a true science center – not a tourist attraction. There could be an educational component, offering field trip opportunities for kids.Garretson and Plocinik said Thursday they have almost finished the state paperwork, and a...
Two Coastal Carolina University graduates are eyeing Conway to bring a sea turtle center to the city, and leaders may make room for them.
Taylor Garretson and Elissa Plocinik approached city council in December, requesting the city make space for a rehabilitation center for sea turtles. The pitch is for a true science center – not a tourist attraction. There could be an educational component, offering field trip opportunities for kids.
Garretson and Plocinik said Thursday they have almost finished the state paperwork, and are in the process of finalizing the federal paperwork.
During the city council’s budget retreat Thursday in Rock Hill, leaders seemed to like the idea of having such a center in Conway.
“I think we’re all on the same page,” councilman William Goldfinch said.
Deputy city administrator John Rogers presented the topic to council members, pointing out that Ripley’s Aquarium in Myrtle Beach and the Sea Turtle Care Center in Charleston are the only two places in the state that offer sea turtle care.
“They just want the guidance from you that if we move forward, if a space comes available … that we involve them in that process,” John said.
A Conway sea turtle center could mean lives of sick or injured turtles may be saved as many turtles who have to be taken to the Charleston center die in transit.
“In many cases, that can be a death sentence,” said councilwoman Julie Hardwick. “I just hope we can push forward and find a space soon rather than later.”
The center could start as a rehab facility and later grow into a veterinary and operating room.
First, it was the chickens. Now, it’s the monkeys.
Conway leaders are discussing if they want to “make it easy” for monkeys to live in city limits, with some council members already expressing disapproval during the city’s budget retreat Thursday.
“I like the idea of leaving this alone,” Goldfinch said. “It’s just like chickens. I’m not going to die on this hill, so y’all do what you want to do.”
Hardwick followed: “If we let the monkeys in, can we let the chickens in, too?”
The conversation comes after a potential future Conway resident spoke during a council meeting about ownership of primates within city limits.
City staff brought the discussion to the budget retreat, with some background information about monkeys: Most local ordinances that allow monkeys have weight limits, under 20 pounds; monkeys under 10 pounds are typically docile; great apes are illegal in South Carolina; and background on what the city currently allows, which doesn't allow monkeys.
The city would enforce it like it does with other ordinances — it would have to be complaint driven, said deputy city administrator John Rogers.
“We’d have to investigate like we’d investigate anything else,” Rogers said.
Councilman Larry White echoed opinions against allowing monkeys, saying affordable homes for citizens should be a priority.
“We’re not finding a place for the people to go, but we’re finding a place for the monkeys? No,” he said.
So, what about the chickens? Council and city staff have discussed in recent years allowing chickens in city limits, but ultimately decided to leave the matter alone. The proposed ordinance never made it to council for a vote.
In order to allow monkeys in city limits, council would have to make two favorable votes before it became law.
City leaders continued budget talks Friday in Rock Hill, and worked to balance the budget. By law, the budget for the next fiscal year must be passed before July 1, the first day of the 2025-26 fiscal year.
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