In-Home Dementia and Alzheimer's Care in Southern Shops, SC
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Dementia Care in Southern Shops, SC: the local picture
Southern Shops has about 36 residents aged 85 or older among 342 aged 65 or older. The risk of Alzheimer’s rises steeply with age, and the Alzheimer’s Association estimates that about a third of people 85 and older have Alzheimer’s dementia.
18% of residents 65 and older report a disability (38% in Spartanburg County). The Census counts cognitive difficulty as one kind, alongside hearing, vision, walking, self-care and living independently.
18% of older Southern Shops residents in households live alone. For someone with memory loss who lives alone, a few hours of daily check-ins are often the first step.
Southern Shops compared with Spartanburg County and South Carolina
| Census figure | Southern Shops | Spartanburg County | South Carolina |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.9% | 1.8% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65 or older | 9.0% | 16% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 18% | 38% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 27% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 51% | 12% | 11% |
| Residents 5+ who speak a language other than English at home | 45% | 13% | 8.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $32,917 | $47,188 | — |
Older residents in towns around Southern Shops
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia, SC | 1.5 mi | 172 | 22 |
| Hilltop, SC | 1.9 mi | 367 | 84 |
| Saxon, SC | 1.9 mi | 439 | 32 |
| Valley Falls, SC | 2.1 mi | 730 | 74 |
| Whitney, SC | 3.9 mi | 589 | 175 |
| Boiling Springs, SC | 4.4 mi | 1,477 | 159 |
Nursing homes near Southern Shops
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Falls Terrace | Spartanburg, SC | 1.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 88 | (864) 503-0377 |
| Physical Rehabilitation And Wellness Center Of Spa | Spartanburg, SC | 1.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (864) 542-8515 |
| White Oak Manor - Spartanburg | Spartanburg, SC | 3.3 mi | 4 of 5 | 60 | (864) 585-0241 |
| Magnolia Manor - Spartanburg | Spartanburg, SC | 3.3 mi | 3 of 5 | 95 | (864) 585-0218 |
| Spartanburg Hospital For Restorative Care SNF | Spartanburg, SC | 3.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 25 | (864) 560-3265 |
| White Oak At North Grove Inc | Spartanburg, SC | 3.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 132 | (864) 345-1700 |
Hospices serving Southern Shops
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agape Care South Carolina Ii | Spartanburg, SC | 11 mi | (800) 932-2738 |
| Spartanburg Regional Med Ctr Hospice | Spartanburg, SC | 11 mi | (864) 560-3900 |
| Interim Healthcare Of The Upstate Hospice | Greenville, SC | 23 mi | (864) 627-1200 |
| Family Hospice Of Greenville LLC | Greenville, SC | 26 mi | (610) 828-3455 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Southern Shops. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a dementia caregiver can help with
- Keeping a predictable daily routine
- Gentle help with bathing, dressing and toileting
- Meals, hydration and medication reminders
- Calming approaches for sundowning, agitation and repeated questions
What dementia care costs in Southern Shops
At the South Carolina median aide wage of $14.48 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,255 a month in wages, which is 46% of the $2,743 monthly median income of Southern Shops households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. South Carolina has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
What to know before hiring a dementia caregiver
An estimated 7.2 million Americans aged 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association 2025 Facts and Figures. Most live at home, cared for by family. The Association’s 24/7 Helpline (1-800-272-3900) is free.
Questions worth asking: Tell me about someone with dementia you cared for. What worked? What do you do when a client becomes agitated in the late afternoon? How do you keep someone safe who tries to leave the house? More in our dementia care guide.
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Dementia Care in Southern Shops: common questions
What nursing homes are near Southern Shops?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Valley Falls Terrace in Spartanburg (1.4 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Physical Rehabilitation And Wellness Center Of Spa in Spartanburg (1.5 mi, 1 of 5 overall); White Oak Manor - Spartanburg in Spartanburg (3.3 mi, 4 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does dementia care cost in Southern Shops?
At the South Carolina median aide wage of $14.48 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,255 a month in wages, which is 46% of the $2,743 monthly median income of Southern Shops households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. South Carolina has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
When does someone with dementia need care at home?
Common signs are missed meals or medication, getting lost in familiar places, unsafe cooking or driving, and a family caregiver who is exhausted. Many families start with a few hours a day and add hours, nights or live-in help as the disease progresses.
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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