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.
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.
Farmer Leviner probably wouldn’t recognize the old place.Everything from capybaras, camels, zebras and kangaroos, to sloths, tortoises, wallabies and baboons, are now featured at the 40-plus acre farm, with about 40 animal enclosures surrounding 5490 Dongola Highway in the Conway area.Wild Woods Farm also has also horses, fancy cows, mules, goats, rabbits, chickens — a multitude of traditional farm animals.“We’ve got all the eggs we can eat,” laughed Todd Kramer, who owns and operates the fa...
Farmer Leviner probably wouldn’t recognize the old place.
Everything from capybaras, camels, zebras and kangaroos, to sloths, tortoises, wallabies and baboons, are now featured at the 40-plus acre farm, with about 40 animal enclosures surrounding 5490 Dongola Highway in the Conway area.
Wild Woods Farm also has also horses, fancy cows, mules, goats, rabbits, chickens — a multitude of traditional farm animals.
“We’ve got all the eggs we can eat,” laughed Todd Kramer, who owns and operates the farm with his wife, Tina.
The animals down on the farm are an eclectic, diverse mix of exotics and domestics that are sure to fascinate tourists and local alike.
“We’ll be the closest thing there is to a zoo” on the Grand Strand, with more than 200 animals in all. They hope to capitalize on the tourism trade.
It started as a hobby, and Tina’s private collection of animals. She’s an avid animal rescuer, who was raised in rural Clinton, North Carolina, an agricultural area. She was introduced to raising animals by an uncle who had a farm, and other relatives who brought up livestock.
“I grew up around farm animals, horses, and eventually got into exotics,” Tina said.
She’s got a soft heart, and had collected 40 horses at one point, a number that’s now down to about 20.
Still, that’s a lot of mouths to feed.
“I said, ‘if we’re going to keep this up, it’s gonna have to pay for itself,’” Todd Kramer said.
And a business was born. One that Todd, who grew up under a car hood, never dreamed he’d be involved in. Tina credited her husband for his support. “He hasn’t left me yet.”
The former Leviner farm will soon join a growing agri-tourism industry in Horry County.
Starting probably in May, the farm/zoo will be open to visitors from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. Admission will be $20 for adults and $15 for children and senior citizens. Special holiday-themed events will be planned.
Weekdays will be reserved for private tours and school field trips.
Food trucks will operate on-site, and the operation may eventually provide its own food service, Todd Kramer said.
There will also be a petting zoo where guest can feed the animals. Guests will be schooled about the inhabitants.
The animals cannot survive on Todd and Tina’s labor alone. Just to feed them is an 8-hour-per-day job. They’ve invited four employees into the fold.
“It’s a big learning curve for people. You have to deal with every animal differently,” Todd said. “Each diet is unique.”
Not all of the animals are created equal. The couple has a regular pet — a bat-eared fox — who sleeps in their bed. “He’s special,” Tina said.
The rest greet the day with a cacophony of calls. Donkeys, Todd said, make better alarm clocks than roosters.
The couple built the enclosures and did all of the construction and landscaping themselves. That includes a six-foot high, mile-long fence that surrounds the property, as required by the U.S, Department of Agriculture. The new zoo is heavily regulated by the both the county and the feds.
They also hope to provide attractions like pony rides and petting zoos at area events and celebrations.
They think the venture will be successful, based on the number of visitors who show up unannounced as word of the menagerie spreads by mouth.
“A lot of people are just amazed,” Todd Kramer said.
Reach Casey Jones at 843-488-7261 or [email protected].
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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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 trio of new operators spoke with WMBF News on Wednesday about what people can expect in the coming months for the Conway Outpost and Marina after its recent makeover.“I think everybody is pretty excited about it,” Shannon Jordan said.Jordan, her husband, and their business partner won a bid with the city of Conway and now have a lease to the marina and outpost for the next 10 years.The trio has two other restaurants around the Grand Strand, but Jordan said there’s something speci...
CONWAY, S.C. (WMBF) - A trio of new operators spoke with WMBF News on Wednesday about what people can expect in the coming months for the Conway Outpost and Marina after its recent makeover.
“I think everybody is pretty excited about it,” Shannon Jordan said.
Jordan, her husband, and their business partner won a bid with the city of Conway and now have a lease to the marina and outpost for the next 10 years.
The trio has two other restaurants around the Grand Strand, but Jordan said there’s something special about this one.
“I mean, that’s where my husband and I graduated high school, so we’re kind of going back to our roots,” Jordan said.
The group started selling gas at the marina just last week, and they plan to offer kayak rentals beginning next week.
Tony Spivey frequents the marina to get out on the water with his pup and said he’s excited to see the place hustling and bustling.
“It’s very nice to see a lot of activity, especially things that will involve everybody,” Spivey said.
Jordan said that inclusiveness is the goal.
She said they plan to have a deli-style restaurant inside the outpost, plus a place to get some of the boating essentials.
They’re also planning to build a patio and a tiki bar capable of floating.
Folks are already putting in requests, too.
“Let’s see some more live music, maybe a weekend festival with several types of bands and stuff,” Spivey said.
They’re working to tackle that as well, they said they plan to have a stage for those artists.
“I want to make it where people don’t have to go to the beach to listen to live music and they can just pull their boats up, have a bite to eat, have some drinks, enjoy outside, and hear some music,” Jordan said.
They’re not stopping there, Jordan said the hope is to host other events, bringing the community together.
“I want to do some Small Business Saturdays and vendor events and things like that out there as well, so a lot is going on. I wasn’t to help the city and the county, and we’re going to make it a great place,” she said.
As for when these new changes could take place, Jordan said they’re hoping to bring food trucks out starting next month.
They said they hope to have the restaurant open and have their liquor license for the tiki bar in June.
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