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 Fort Hill: National Historic Landmark 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 Clemson, 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 of Greenwood has given us exceptional service. We are grateful for the tireless devotion of Beth Kapperman to our needs. She is professional, compassionate, and extremely well versed in all aspects of providing top flight senior services. We feel so fortunate to have Beth and her team working on our behalf. Grandpa is 90 years old and has a rare movement disorder. He is able to live at home and enjoy a wonderful quality of life because of the in-home care we receive through Always Best Care. Grandpa is fond of his ABC caregiver Missy. She is kind to him. They seem like life long friends together. Missy is our angel. She is capable and willing to do whatever is necessary for grandpa. Always Best Care provides life saving services for families that want their loved ones to enjoy the comforts of home. We simply could not do it without them. Furthermore, we have had the benefit of Beth's knowledge of other options for Great Grandma who needs skilled nursing care at age 99. We are so thankful for the peace of mind afforded us through our relationship with Beth Kapperman and her company Always Best Care Senior Services of Greenwood.”
“Really appreciate how quickly Always Best Care was able to get care started for my father with such a short notice. The caregivers did an amazing job and I would highly recommend them to others.”
“Always Best Care of Greenwood has given us exceptional service. We are grateful for the tireless devotion of Beth Kapperman to our needs. She is professional, compassionate, and extremely well versed in all aspects of providing top flight senior services. We feel so fortunate to have Beth and her team working on our behalf. Grandpa is 90 years old and has a rare movement disorder. He is able to live at home and enjoy a wonderful quality of life because of the in-home care we receive through Always Best Care. Grandpa is fond of his ABC caregiver Missy. She is kind to him. They seem like life long friends together. Missy is our angel. She is capable and willing to do whatever is necessary for grandpa. Always Best Care provides life saving services for families that want their loved ones to enjoy the comforts of home. We simply could not do it without them. Furthermore, we have had the benefit of Beth's knowledge of other options for Great Grandma who needs skilled nursing care at age 99. We are so thankful for the peace of mind afforded us through our relationship with Beth Kapperman and her company Always Best Care Senior Services of Greenwood.”
“Every single person that I spoke with at your place of business was super helpful and very friendly. I could not have asked for them to be anymore helpful all while being so respectful and kind. You just don't get that everyday when dealing with different agencies and other people, so it was very important to me that to let you know what an incredible job the staff is doing in your facility. From the lady who answered the phone to the lady who assisted with transportation arrangements, each time I called was nothing short of accommodating. Thank you for teaching your staff that respect and friendliness goes a long way as does everyone helping to make things happen for the RESIDENT!!”
“Every single person that I spoke with at your place of business was super helpful and very friendly. I could not have asked for them to be anymore helpful all while being so respectful and kind. You just don't get that everyday when dealing with different agencies and other people, so it was very important to me that to let you know what an incredible job the staff is doing in your facility. From the lady who answered the phone to the lady who assisted with transportation arrangements, each time I called was nothing short of accommodating. Thank you for teaching your staff that respect and friendliness goes a long way as does everyone helping to make things happen for the RESIDENT!!”
“Always Best Care of Greenwood has given us exceptional service. We are grateful for the tireless devotion of Beth Kapperman to our needs. She is professional, compassionate, and extremely well versed in all aspects of providing top flight senior services. We feel so fortunate to have Beth and her team working on our behalf. Grandpa is 90 years old and has a rare movement disorder. He is able to live at home and enjoy a wonderful quality of life because of the in-home care we receive through Always Best Care. Grandpa is fond of his ABC caregiver Missy. She is kind to him. They seem like life long friends together. Missy is our angel. She is capable and willing to do whatever is necessary for grandpa. Always Best Care provides life saving services for families that want their loved ones to enjoy the comforts of home. We simply could not do it without them. Furthermore, we have had the benefit of Beth's knowledge of other options for Great Grandma who needs skilled nursing care at age 99. We are so thankful for the peace of mind afforded us through our relationship with Beth Kapperman and her company Always Best Care Senior Services of Greenwood.”
“Always Best Care provides a in-home care for a variety of needs. The owner of the company comes in to your home for a free evaluation of the client and spent over an hour talking to us about my dad, They provide service for a minimum of one hour to overnights. Their workers are very knowledgeable and friendly. Even though their primary job is to care for your loved one they are there to do light housework, laundry, etc. Their rates are reasonable and you can be assured that your loved one is well taken care of under their care.”
“Very professional and very well run. Provide good help at a reasonable price. Also very responsive to any request. Would not hesitate to recommend them to others.”
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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 Jaycee 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 Rick Erwin's Clemson or visit Hanover House, 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 Clemson, 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 Clemson, 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 Clemson, 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.
Clemson University’s lawyers are urging the North Carolina Supreme Court to overturn a state Business Court decision and allow the schools’ media-rights battle with the Atlantic Coast Conference to play out in South Carolina’s courts.Lawsuits pitting Clemson against the ACC are active now in both Carolinas.“Clemson University took its claims regarding its media rights contract with the Atlantic Coast Conference to its home forum, state court in Pickens County, South Carolina,” the university’...
Clemson University’s lawyers are urging the North Carolina Supreme Court to overturn a state Business Court decision and allow the schools’ media-rights battle with the Atlantic Coast Conference to play out in South Carolina’s courts.
Lawsuits pitting Clemson against the ACC are active now in both Carolinas.
“Clemson University took its claims regarding its media rights contract with the Atlantic Coast Conference to its home forum, state court in Pickens County, South Carolina,” the university’s lawyers wrote in a brief filed Thursday with North Carolina’s highest court. “Despite being able to fully defend the case there and even bring counterclaims, the ACC responded by suing Clemson in North Carolina state court — arguing that Clemson waived its status as a sovereign South Carolina entity by simply being a member of the ACC, an unincorporated nonprofit association based in North Carolina.”
“But the South Carolina General Assembly has not said that Clemson can be sued in North Carolina or anywhere else outside South Carolina, and Clemson has not, by its litigation conduct, expressly waived its sovereign immunity,” the Clemson court filing continued.
Relying on a North Carolina Supreme Court precedent from 2022, “the Business Court opined that it does not matter what the law is in South Carolina, and that Clemson’s actions — not in litigation, but by simply remaining a member of the ACC — waived its immunity from suit here. The Business Court’s decision rejecting Clemson’s sovereign immunity defense is fundamentally inconsistent with the United States Supreme Court’s decision in Franchise Tax Board of California v. Hyatt [a 2019 case], as well as longstanding precedent in this State.”
Clemson asks the North Carolina Supreme Court to overrule its 2022 ruling in Farmer v. Troy University or distinguish that precedent from the current dispute, “conforming North Carolina law to federal constitutional requirements.”
The ACC is battling both Clemson and Florida State University over media rights. Competing lawsuits are playing out in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida courts.
The conference has asked North Carolina’s highest court to link the schedules for hearing its lawsuits against both member schools. Paperwork filed in September suggested a hearing could take place after mid-January 2025.
Both lawsuits address the multimillion-dollar price tag associated with leaving the athletic conference. One court filing labeled the FSU case a “$700 million” dispute. The legal battle with FSU started in December 2023. The lawsuit against Clemson began in March.
Lower courts rejected both universities’ requests to have the ACC’s lawsuits thrown out of North Carolina courts. Appeals in both suits sit now with the North Carolina Supreme Court.
North Carolina Business Court Judge Louis Bledsoe issued a 53-page order in July granting part of Clemson’s request to dismiss the ACC’s legal claims. But Bledsoe refused to dismiss the lawsuit in its entirety. He also rejected Clemson’s motion to stay the proceedings in the North Carolina case.
Bledsoe also issued an earlier ruling rejecting Florida State’s request to throw out the ACC’s suit in North Carolina.
“The only court that has jurisdiction over FSU, Clemson, and the ACC — and thus the only court that can assure a consistent, uniform interpretation of the Grant of Rights Agreements and the ACC’s Constitution and Bylaws, the determinations at the core of the Pending Actions — is a North Carolina court,” Bledsoe wrote.
“The Florida court in the Florida Action cannot bind Clemson in South Carolina. The South Carolina court in the South Carolina Action cannot bind FSU in Florida. Each of these courts and this Court could reach conflicting conclusions about the same terms of the same North Carolina contracts upon which the Pending Actions rest — and in so doing create procedural chaos and tremendous confusion at a time when the ACC, FSU, and Clemson need binding clarity concerning their rights under the ACC’s most important contracts with its Members,” the judge continued.
“Only a North Carolina court, most likely in a single consolidated action in North Carolina, can render consistent, uniform determinations binding the ACC, FSU, and Clemson concerning the documents that are at issue in all four Pending Actions,” Bledsoe added.
With the two rivals ranked next to each other in the latest College Football Playoff rankings, Clemson and South Carolina are on a collision course.Clemson v South Carolina / Jacob Kupferman/GettyImagesEvery year, the football version of the Palmetto Series carries a ton of weight in South Carolina. But this year's edition could be even more intense than it has been in recent years.That's because the Tigers and the Gamecocks are on even footing this year for the first time in recent memory. In fact, in the lates...
With the two rivals ranked next to each other in the latest College Football Playoff rankings, Clemson and South Carolina are on a collision course.
Clemson v South Carolina / Jacob Kupferman/GettyImages
Every year, the football version of the Palmetto Series carries a ton of weight in South Carolina. But this year's edition could be even more intense than it has been in recent years.
That's because the Tigers and the Gamecocks are on even footing this year for the first time in recent memory. In fact, in the latest College Football Playoff rankings, which were released on Tuesday, the two rivals are right next to one another.
In the second version of the CFP rankings, Clemson (7-2) checks in at No. 20. Meanwhile, South Carolina (6-3) sits at No. 21. If those rankings hold or the teams wind up similarly close to one another by the time the final weekend of the regular season rolls around, this year's rivalry game could be one of the most intriguing in the recent history of the series.
In the last nine meetings between the Tigers and the Gamecocks, Clemson has been ranked every year while USC has not been ranked once. So it is not surprising that the Tigers are 8-1 during that time with their only loss coming in 2022, a 31-30 home loss when they were ranked No. 8 in the country.
To find a game in which both Clemson and South Carolina were ranked, one has to go back to 2013 when No. 10 South Carolina beat No. 6 Clemson 31-17 in Columbia. That was the last in a string of three straight games in which both schools were ranked when they met. Unfortunately, USC won all three as part of a five-game winning streak for the Gamecocks over the Tigers.
This year, the two teams appear to be on a ranked collision course. The Gamecocks have only a home game against No. 23 Missouri (a team that has been awful against ranked teams this year) and a home game with Wofford before meeting Clemson.
Meanwhile, the Tigers face an unranked and reeling Pitt team on the road this weekend before a home game with the Citadel prior to hosting Clemson. Thus, the Tigers and the Gamecocks could be right next to one another in the rankings by the time the Palmetto Series resumes on the gridiron.
That would make for one of the most anticipated games these two teams have played in some time. While a playoff spot likely won't be on the line for either team this year, bragging rights always are and that's always worth something huge for fans of both schools.
The ACC has announced a kickoff time and TV channel for Clemson football’s home game against The Citadel next weekend.The Tigers and the FCS Bulldogs will kick off at 3:30 p.m. next Saturday, Nov. 23, the conference announced on Monday.The CW will broadcast the game from ...
The ACC has announced a kickoff time and TV channel for Clemson football’s home game against The Citadel next weekend.
The Tigers and the FCS Bulldogs will kick off at 3:30 p.m. next Saturday, Nov. 23, the conference announced on Monday.
The CW will broadcast the game from Memorial Stadium.
Under coach Dabo Swinney, the Tigers generally play one in-state FCS opponent per season, with that game either coming very early or very late in their schedule.
The Citadel, a military college based in Charleston, is this year’s choice. The Bulldogs compete in the FCS Southern Conference and are currently 4-6 and 2-5 in conference play during coach Maurice Drayton’s first season.
Clemson is currently 7-2, 6-1 in the ACC and ranked No. 23 in the College Football Playoff Top 25. The Tigers won at Virginia Tech on Saturday and visit Pitt this Saturday in their last ACC game of the year (noon, ESPN).
Monday’s designation from the ACC and its TV partners gives Clemson the following kickoff time split for its first six home games: two at noon (NC State, Virginia), one mid-afternoon (The Citadel) and three at night (App State, Stanford, Louisville).
Next week’s home game against The Citadel will serve as Clemson’s senior day before the Tigers host rival South Carolina in the Palmetto Bowl the following Saturday (Nov. 30) in Memorial Stadium.
The kickoff time for that rivalry game will be announced next Monday Nov. 18.
The Tigers are 6-0 all-time against The Citadel, with the most recent meeting coming in 2020 (49-0 Clemson). Clemson is also a perfect 38-0 against FCS teams since the NCAA formed that second-tier division below FBS prior to the 1978 football season.
Clemson has also won 37 of those 38 games by double digits and has won each of its last 12 games against FCS opponents by at least 23 points. Last year, the Tigers beat Charleston Southern 66-17 (+49), although the game was tied 14-14 after a quarter.
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This story was originally published November 11, 2024, 12:15 PM.
The first College Football Playoff ranking is 2024 is out, and the Clemson football team has made its season debut in the top 25 (just barely).But South Carolina wasn’t included.The Tigers (6-2, 5-1 ACC) came in at No. 23 during the first rankings release broadca...
The first College Football Playoff ranking is 2024 is out, and the Clemson football team has made its season debut in the top 25 (just barely).
But South Carolina wasn’t included.
The Tigers (6-2, 5-1 ACC) came in at No. 23 during the first rankings release broadcast Tuesday night on ESPN after a disappointing home loss on Saturday.
There was some buzz the Gamecocks (5-3, 3-3 SEC) could sneak in after a big home win, but they weren’t included in the initial ranking.
Clemson and coach Dabo Swinney saw their CFP ranking plummet from a spot likely just outside the top 10 to comfortably outside it after a home loss to unranked Louisville. The Tigers controlled their own destiny for an ACC championship appearance (and possible auto-bid) before losing to the Cardinals.
Clemson is making its first appearance since finishing No. 22 in the final 2023 poll. The Tigers ranked 24, 23 and 22 over the last three polls of the year as they mounted a late-season winning streak after a 4-4 start.
South Carolina upset Texas A&M at home on Saturday night, which prompted a field storm, and has won two straight SEC games since a 3-3 and 1-3 conference start.
USC is seeking its first appearance in the CFP Top 25 since the final poll in 2022 during coach Shane Beamer’s second season.
Beamer was asked Tuesday how much a CFP ranking would mean for his program.
“Does it matter if we come out and we’re ranked No. 1 or we’re ranked 25th or if we’re not ranked at all? It doesn’t matter,” he said. “I won’t use it as motivation in any way. We have a 1-0 mentality right now. That’s all we’re focused on.”
Swinney agreed with that mindset.
“No, I’m not tuned in and sitting there waiting,” Swinney said Tuesday. “I’m trying to find a way to beat Virginia Tech. That’s all I’m worried about. A lot can happen in college football. Just when you think you know, you don’t know.”
This is the first year of the highly anticipated 12-team College Football Playoff after the field operated with just four teams from 2014-23.
In the new format, the top five highest ranked conference champions get automatic bids to the playoff, the top four highest ranked conference champs get first-round byes and the remaining seven teams will be selected as at-large bids.
This is the first of five weekly rankings that will arrive each Tuesday before the CFP selection committee determines the final 12-team field on Selection Sunday (Dec. 8), the day after conference title games are completed.
The first CFP bracket projection with the 12-team playoff era has dropped pic.twitter.com/HXK3syhbEE
— ESPN (@espn) November 6, 2024
This story was originally published November 5, 2024, 7:16 PM.
Download imageNationwide program builds support network for certified organic farmersJuan McAllister, a personal chef from Georgia, owns his grandfather’s farm in Effingham, South Carolina. He wants to grow healthy, organic food.McAllister is considering turning the farm into a certified organic operation. To help him make research-based decisions compliant with ...
Juan McAllister, a personal chef from Georgia, owns his grandfather’s farm in Effingham, South Carolina. He wants to grow healthy, organic food.
McAllister is considering turning the farm into a certified organic operation. To help him make research-based decisions compliant with National Organic Program (NOP) standards, he recently joined other farmers in Pendleton, South Carolina, for one of Clemson University’s Organic Certification Program basics courses.
“The farm was my grandfather’s,” McAllister said. “I don’t know everything that was grown here or what fertilizers were used. I like to eat healthy and cook healthy organic cuisine. I’m participating in this class because I want to better understand what’s involved with getting a farm certified organic.”
The class was one of three sessions on organic certification offered by Clemson’s Department of Plant Industry (DPI) Organic Certification Program. The first session was held in West Columbia, South Carolina, as a full-day workshop with presentations and agency resource booths. Half-day mock inspections were held in Pendleton and West Ashley, South Carolina. About 60 farmers and ag-service providers participated.
“Our program held these sessions to make sure farmers in the state have basic certification information and access to resources,” said Gavin Berry, Clemson DPI Regulatory Programs assistant manager. “We hope to demystify some of the challenges involved in getting certified.”
There are about 120 certified organic operations in South Carolina.
“We want to see that community grow, but I think many farmers are concerned they wouldn’t be able to comply, or the standards are too challenging, which discourages them from pursuing a transition from traditional farming to organic growing,” Berry said.
The organic certification classes are funded through a cooperative agreement between the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). Clemson is using this opportunity to fund a five-year program with direct farmer training, education and outreach activities.
TOPP is designed to build a support network for existing and transitioning farmers to become certified organic across the country.
Part of a broader $300 million Organic Transition Initiative, TOPP represents an investment of up to $100 million nationally over five years in cooperative agreements with nonprofit organizations partnering with others to provide technical assistance and support for transitioning and existing organic farmers.
“Farmers face challenging technical, cultural and market shifts while transitioning to organic production and even during the first years after successful organic certification,” said U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. “Through this multi-phased, multi-agency initiative, we are expanding USDA’s support of organic farmers to help them with every step of their transition as they work to become certified and secure markets for their products.”
Topics and training covered during the Clemson program are designed to help participants succeed.
“We want to let them know that we’re here to help with their questions related to organic certification,” said Catherine McGuinn, Clemson DPI organic certification coordinator. “Participating in this opportunity not only enriches farmers’ experiences while transitioning to organic, but it also increases our program’s exposure throughout the southeastern TOPP region.”
Clemson’s USDA AMS NOP accreditation allows DPI to certify organic operations in all four categories — crop, livestock, handling and wild crop. Currently, the program is one of about 80 accredited certifying bodies worldwide.
Organic certification is essential not only because it is protected by law — the USDA organic label is the only government-backed marketing claim for organic food sold in the U.S. — but also because the USDA strictly enforces standards that specify which practices and inputs can and cannot be used in organic production and handling.
“Clemson strives to offer efficient and thorough certification services to South Carolina at a reasonable price as a public service to the state’s agricultural industry,” said Steven Long, assistant director of Clemson DPI. “Our program is designed with the state’s farmers in mind. We know our agricultural producers put a great deal of work into delivering high-quality organic products to the public and we want to make the certification process as effortless for them as possible.”
On a broader scale, DPI works to protect the state from the introduction and spread of exotic and invasive species, provides inspection and certification services for nursery stock and organic industries, offers plant pest diagnosis, and ensures readiness to respond to catastrophic events impacting the state’s agriculture.
“We have a motto in our division — ‘Regulation through Education,’” Berry said. “This is one of the many opportunities we are proud to offer that increases industry knowledge of the regulations while protecting organic certification integrity.”
The TOPP program began in 2023 and will run through 2028. For more information about TOPP outreach events or organic certification transition, contact the organic certification program at [email protected].
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