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.”
“Chuck and his personnel are truly the best. They helped us with mom and always focused on the care and not a much of processes and forms. I would highly recommend them to all.”
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.
Scooter’s Coffee will soon debut the first franchise of its kind in Conway, offering a variety of sweet drinks and grab-and-go snacks.Scooter’s Coffee, a speedy drive-thru beverage franchise, is expanding from the midwest and will open its doors March 25 at its first location in Horry County.District Manager Taylor West said Scooter’s greatest priority is speed of service. Customers are typically served, from speaker to window within three minutes, and sent on their way with a smiley face sticker, the Scooter&...
Scooter’s Coffee will soon debut the first franchise of its kind in Conway, offering a variety of sweet drinks and grab-and-go snacks.
Scooter’s Coffee, a speedy drive-thru beverage franchise, is expanding from the midwest and will open its doors March 25 at its first location in Horry County.
District Manager Taylor West said Scooter’s greatest priority is speed of service. Customers are typically served, from speaker to window within three minutes, and sent on their way with a smiley face sticker, the Scooter’s badge of honor, on their beverage, West said.
Store manager Danielle Bergamotto said many people’s preferences for their morning coffee are changing, and Scooters sets out to adapt to those changes with flavorful, energy based beverages.
“It’s not just hot coffee and espresso drinks," she said. "It’s the difference that we have that no one else has. We have Redbull drinks, we have frozen [drinks], we have smoothies and drinks with ice cream bases. It gives more especially to the younger crowd. They want Redbull drinks and quenchers and smoothies."
More Scooter’s Coffee locations are in the works for S.C. 707 near Holmestown Road and S.C. 544 near Coastal Carolina University’s campus. There will be a walk-up window for the location near CCU to accommodate those on foot.
West said she is hopeful the Scooter’s on 707 will open later this year.
The kiosks, West said, are dog-friendly and Scooter’s offers a pup cup made of milk bone and whipped cream.
Some food choices consist of breakfast sandwiches and burritos with sausage and bacon options. West said her favorite are the breakfast burritos. Bergamotto added the cake bites are unlike any competitor’s — Scooter’s cake bites have fillings.
The variety of flavors and tools at their fingertips allow for endless customizations and options for anyone to enjoy. Bergamotto said there are customer-created Facebook pages where enthusiasts share their perfected beverage recipes for others to try.
The signature drink is the Caramelicious, consisting of Scooter’s “world-class espresso,” caramel sauce, steamed milk, and topped with whipped cream and caramel drizzle. West said there is a limited-time promotional drink accompanying each season and this past winter featured a drink made of “The Winter Edition Redbull,” lemonade, vanilla flavored syrup and topped with cold foam.
“It sounds weird, because you’re like ‘Redbull and cold foam?’ but it was really good,” West said. She added any cold foam can be flavored with syrup and during her training “blue raspberry cold foam” was a frequent request. This spring season they offer a Lucky Charms themed cold foam.
For those less inclined to waver from their morning joe, the “Dollar Delights” keep things simple with a brewed coffee, iced or hot tea, and lemonade. They range in price according to size, a small being $1 and extra large being $4.
Scooter’s coffee beans are portioned before each shift and ground fresh with each pot of coffee. West said the company maintains a close, familial-type relationship with their coffee farmers to uphold the company’s values of love, humility, integrity and courage.
The stand-alone coffee kiosk is located at 1727 Church St., near Conway High School, and was built from the ground up over the past year. It will operate from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.
The Carolina Inn motel in Loris closed Jan. 2 to make way for a makeover.
When it reopens, under the new name Coastal Comfort Hotel, the decades-old motor lodge will be the new hotel that city business leaders have been hoping for.
“We need a nice hotel,” said Samantha Norris, executive director of the Loris Chamber of Commerce. And not necessarily to attract a share of the thousands of beach-bound tourists who stream by on the nearby Highway 9 bypass each summer.
Norris said the city has a “great” regional health-care facility in Loris McLeod Hospital, but nowhere to stay nearby when a loved one is hospitalized.
Sports tourism at the array of ballfields in the Loris Sports Complex is another reason a nice hotel is needed.
“We have softball and baseball tournaments nearly every weekend. They have nowhere to stay,” Norris said.
Same goes for persons visiting to attend family and class reunions, weddings and graduations, and events like the Loris Bog-Off Festival and the Small Town, Big Show Car Show, which will attract thousands of visitors from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 19.
And when Donald Gillard of Sweet Gillard’s Production brought a 50-member gospel choir and a trombone ensemble to Loris this winter for a local production of God’s Trombones, he lamented that his theater company was forced to stay in Conway instead of in Loris due to the lack of rooms.
Hotel owner Yak Patel is stepping up to solve that problem.
He said he purchased the 32-room, 16,000-square-foot inn on 1.2 acres of land in 2007. It was constructed in 2003.
Patel said he decided to upgrade the facilities after noting the growth in the Loris area. “There’s so many new houses going up,” he said.
He also commented on the growth of new businesses in downtown Loris.
“They’re bringing Main Street back to life," Patel said.
“It’s going to be more modern,” he said of the hotel, with short-term rentals — daily and weekly — only. He plans to hire four housekeepers, three front-desk staff and a maintenance employee, and offer continental breakfasts for guests in the lobby/dining room.
He said the hotel took a hit during the COVID-19 pandemic, and it became hard to keep the property maintained. “The property went downhill.”
Now they’re playing catch-up, and more.
Patel’s son Dillon, 25, a Loris High School graduate, is moving back to Loris and will manage the hotel. “I have a few years of business under my belt,” he said, noting he previously helped operate a family liquor store.
Yak Patel’s wife and another son will also assist with hotel operations, including working with booking sites to market the independent hotel.
“Dillon and my other son, they’re the computer-savvy ones,” the father said.
Dillon Patel said the two-story structure at the intersection of Highway 701 and Fox Bay Road is being renovated inside and out, with a goal of reopening in early May, or June at the latest.
There will be a new computer and reservation system, and new signage.
Guest rooms will have new paint, stucco, lighting, mirrors, flooring and furniture, Wi-Fi and cable, and microwave ovens and mini-fridges.
The outside will be repainted a “sandyish-yellow” color. The hotel will be non-smoking, but an outdoor smoking area will be provided at the rear of the property.
Extensive landscaping is also planned with bright, red mulch.
“We’re investing a lot of money in this effort,” Yak Patel said.
“I’m excited about it, helping out at the front desk, helping with housecleaning, lots of work,” Dillon Patel said. “I’m ready for it."
Reach Casey Jones at 843-488-7261 or [email protected].
A new hotel has officially opened in Conway, SC.Home2 Suites by Hilton is a pet-friendly five story hotel that features 100 guest suites.“We are excited to welcome visitors to the Home2 Suites by Hilton in Conway. Our goal is to offer an exceptional, modern lodging experience with the convenience and comfort of home, whether guests are here for a short stay or an extended visit,” General Manager Leonard Boothstodd, wrote in ...
A new hotel has officially opened in Conway, SC.
Home2 Suites by Hilton is a pet-friendly five story hotel that features 100 guest suites.
“We are excited to welcome visitors to the Home2 Suites by Hilton in Conway. Our goal is to offer an exceptional, modern lodging experience with the convenience and comfort of home, whether guests are here for a short stay or an extended visit,” General Manager Leonard Boothstodd, wrote in an emailed statement.
On Wednesday, Boothstodd said they’ve hosted approximately 89 guests since they first opened their doors in late March.
According to their website, rooms start at $168 a night for a king bed studio suite.
Every room in the new hotel is a suite, featuring fully equipped kitchens with full-sized dishwashers, garbage disposals, coffeemakers, dishes and cutlery.
In a nod to their proximity to Coastal Carolina University, the owners have embraced teal as an accent color, even adding it to the staircases.
Guests can enjoy an indoor heated saltwater swimming pool and outdoor sitting areas that feature gas fireplaces and grilling areas.
The first floor of the new hotel is also home to a combined laundry and gym area that is home new equipment including three treadmills, a Peloton bike and resistance bands.
No guest rooms are on the first floor.
Despite being right off of Highway 501, the interior of the hotel is quiet, with no noticeable traffic sounds.
Guests have access to free hot complimentary breakfast, which includes ingredients to make your own breakfast sandwiches, according to hotel marketing materials.
Later in the day, people over 21 can also pour their own beer and wine on tap, with options including Budweiser, Bud Light and at least one local beer.
Boothstodd said that they’ll be hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony on April 29 with the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and the Conway Chamber of Commerce.
The property was developed by Shiv Properties, LLC, built by Dargan Construction Company and is managed by Crossroads Hospitality, a statement from the hotel said.
CONWAY, S.C. (WMBF) - Storefronts at the Coastal Centre Mall have been vacant for years, but redevelopment plans for the building have taken a step forward potentially bringing in some big-name national retailers.“You know, you’ve got to plant the seed somewhere. We think this is it. This serves folks here in Conway in a huge way,” said William Goldfinch, Conway City Councilmember.What many remember as a K-Mart, Goody’s, and Winn-Dixie will soon become Marshalls, HomeGoods, PetSmart, Five Below, and Ulta...
CONWAY, S.C. (WMBF) - Storefronts at the Coastal Centre Mall have been vacant for years, but redevelopment plans for the building have taken a step forward potentially bringing in some big-name national retailers.
“You know, you’ve got to plant the seed somewhere. We think this is it. This serves folks here in Conway in a huge way,” said William Goldfinch, Conway City Councilmember.
What many remember as a K-Mart, Goody’s, and Winn-Dixie will soon become Marshalls, HomeGoods, PetSmart, Five Below, and Ulta along Church Street.
Rise Partners, a development company out of North Carolina and Tennessee purchased the shopping mall in October 2024 with plans to bring new retail stores to Conway.
Many Conway residents expressed their excitement for the stores that could come because it will allow them to stay closer to home instead of driving 30 minutes into the Myrtle Beach area.
“I think a lot of people are excited just to have things that are actually things people want to use and go to,” said McClain Powell, Conway resident. “It’s nice because the closest ones around here are like 20-25 minutes away, down on Seaboard Street. It would be easier for me to go after work and pick up the stuff I need.”
Belk is the only stand-alone anchor store in the shopping mall, and Mirian Evans is a frequent shopper who is ready for more places to shop.
“It is open and a lot of people are moving here, and it’s growing,” said Evans. “It is great because we need more shopping around here. We have Belk, where I come all the time to shop, but we need HomeGoods and Marshalls, so everyone can come and enjoy. It is more affordable for people.”
Goldfinch expressed this development is something the city has needed for a while, and the process has been smooth.
“They recognize that Conway has a future, a bright future, and opportunity abounds here,” said Goldfinch. “I think that is why they wanted to be here. Not just to help us with additional retail stores, but they saw it as a viable, ongoing concern, and they took the initiative to come to Conway and make this happen.”
Many residents have made known that Conway needs a new grocery store, and Goldfinch said one is in the works, but nothing has been finalized.
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In early 2025, it seemed like the Myrtle Beach area lost one of the many national retailers that had locations on the Grand Strand.In quick succession, Big Lots North Myrtle Beach, Conway and Myrtle Beach sites plastered large signs outside their stores announcing closures and corresponding fire sales. Now, some ...
In early 2025, it seemed like the Myrtle Beach area lost one of the many national retailers that had locations on the Grand Strand.
In quick succession, Big Lots North Myrtle Beach, Conway and Myrtle Beach sites plastered large signs outside their stores announcing closures and corresponding fire sales. Now, some of Big Lots Grand Strand locations will re-open by this summer.
The North Myrtle Beach store at 710 Highway 17 South Street D and the Conway location at 1641 Church St will re-open in 2025. The Sun News called both stores and employees at each said the sites will serve customers again starting June 5, 2025.
When asked for additional details about the plan, employees at both stores directed The Sun News to contact Big Lots’ press team for further information.
The Sun News could not reach the Myrtle Beach location.
The Sun News also sent a request for comment to Big Lots’ parent company, Variety Wholesalers, media team. Variety Wholesalers did not return a request for comment before publication.
This change marks a turnaround for a chain that went into bankruptcy proceedings in 2024. As part of the process, the company closed many locations and sold off others to Variety Wholesalers, which also owns other discount-branded stores like Roses Discount Stores.
In an April 2025 press release, Variety Wholesalers announced the start of a phased approach to re-open 219 Big Lots it bought during the bankruptcy, starting with nine located in the southeast United States.
Big Lots’ website states the nine shops opening in the first wave will offer services starting April 10, although the page lacks other details aside from a vague mention of ‘The Comeback Starts Soon!’
It’s unclear how the Grand Strand fits into Big Lots re-opening plans. The business magazine Fast Company reported April 14, 2025, that 54 locations will open in May 2025 as part of the company’s second phase of the plan.
Fast Company reported that four South Carolina stores in Rock Hill, Spartanburg, Simpsonville and Easley are part of the second phase but did not mention any Grand Strand locations.
CONWAY, S.C. (WMBF) - A number of local businesses will have to move out of the Coastal Centre Mall along Church Street, in order to make way for multiple national chains set to move in.“We are a family,” said Juanita Burnett, who frequently visits the shopping mall. “I just hate to see everybody go.”The Coastal Bin Store, Thomas Gymnastics, and Farmers Home Furniture are a few that are now seeking new homes.After receiving notices from developers just weeks and even just days ago, giving them 90 ...
CONWAY, S.C. (WMBF) - A number of local businesses will have to move out of the Coastal Centre Mall along Church Street, in order to make way for multiple national chains set to move in.
“We are a family,” said Juanita Burnett, who frequently visits the shopping mall. “I just hate to see everybody go.”
The Coastal Bin Store, Thomas Gymnastics, and Farmers Home Furniture are a few that are now seeking new homes.
After receiving notices from developers just weeks and even just days ago, giving them 90 days to vacate the building.
“There is not very many buildings in Conway left that suit our needs,” said David Isley, co-owner of Coastal Bin Store. “I think it is the same thing with Thomas Gymnastics. They were really wanting to stay in Conway, but there are not very many buildings left.”
It is a grim reality brought on by a redevelopment project that started in October that will bring national chains like Marshalls, Homegoods, and Ulta Beauty.
The prospect of welcoming in new and popular neighbors seemed like a blessing for many of the mall’s old stores, is now proving to be nothing but.
“It is good, we are going to see growth in the community; we look for it,” said Melissa Isley Balch, co-owner of Coastal Bin Store. " I like HomeGoods, I can see a new grocery store, but we have such a close-knit group in the Conway area and surrounding areas that come to our store. For us to leave is going to be quite sad for a lot of people.”
Retail stores are not the only ones taking a hit; Thomas Gymnastics is being forced to move, putting a temporary end to lessons, after-school care, and summer camps.
Its relocation is tough for some parents to stomach, as they have relied on the business for over four years.
“I am a school teacher in Aynor,” said Laura Brimlow, whose daughter goes to Thomas Gymnastics. “We have a lot of kids that come to the after-school program, now parents are scrambling to find some place. It has really impacted Conway, Aynor. It is not good. We need Thomas Gymnastics in Conway.”
The businesses that need to relocate do not have new homes yet, but WMBF News will provide updates when we know more.
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