Respite Care in North Myrtle Beach, SC
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Respite Care in North Myrtle Beach, SC: the local picture
Most older adults in North Myrtle Beach live with someone: 78% of residents 65 and older in households do. When one of them needs care, the person they live with usually provides most of it, and respite is what keeps that sustainable.
About 2,312 North Myrtle Beach residents aged 65 or older report a disability (28%) (32% in Horry County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 19 hospices serving North Myrtle Beach ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
North Myrtle Beach compared with Horry County and South Carolina
| Census figure | North Myrtle Beach | Horry County | South Carolina |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 32% | 33% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 22% | 23% | 27% |
| Residents 65 or older | 42% | 26% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.3% | 1.8% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 6.0% | 8.4% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.1% | 4.8% | 5.7% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $68,427 | $57,399 | — |
Older residents in towns around North Myrtle Beach
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little River, SC | 5.4 mi | 4,972 | 31% |
| Carolina Shores, NC | 9.5 mi | 2,554 | 30% |
| Sunset Beach, NC | 12 mi | 2,599 | 24% |
| Carolina Forest, SC | 13 mi | 4,807 | 28% |
| Myrtle Beach, SC | 13 mi | 9,079 | 28% |
| Forestbrook, SC | 17 mi | 2,058 | 26% |
Hospices serving North Myrtle Beach
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angelic Health Of SC LLC | Myrtle Beach, SC | 7.3 mi | (609) 822-7979 |
| Lower Cape Fear Lifecare | Myrtle Beach, SC | 7.3 mi | (843) 848-6480 |
| Sunrise Hospice | Myrtle Beach, SC | 7.3 mi | (843) 680-8712 |
| Medical Services Of America Hospice - Coastal | Myrtle Beach, SC | 15 mi | (803) 957-0500 |
| Heartland Hospice Services | Myrtle Beach, SC | 15 mi | (843) 444-0813 |
Nursing homes near North Myrtle Beach (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Myrtle Beach Manor | Myrtle Beach, SC | 6.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 60 | (843) 449-5283 |
| Brightwater Skilled Nursing Center | Myrtle Beach, SC | 9.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 67 | (843) 903-8300 |
| Pruitthealth- Conway At Conway Medical Center | Conway, SC | 17 mi | 4 of 5 | 88 | (843) 347-8179 |
| Angel Oak Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, LLC | Myrtle Beach, SC | 19 mi | 4 of 5 | 88 | (843) 293-1137 |
Straight-line miles from the center of North Myrtle Beach. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a respite caregiver can help with
- Taking over the usual routine while you are away
- Meals, medication reminders and personal care
- Company and activities
- Overnight cover for a weekend or a trip
What respite care costs in North Myrtle Beach
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 22% of the $5,702 monthly median income of North Myrtle Beach 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 respite caregiver
Family caregivers carry most long-term care in the U.S., and burnout is a common reason a home arrangement breaks down. The federal National Family Caregiver Support Program funds respite through local Area Agencies on Aging, and the ARCH National Respite Locator lists respite programs by state.
Questions worth asking: Can you do a short paid visit first, while I am home? Are you available at short notice if I am ill? Can you stay overnight, and what do you charge for it? More in our respite care guide.
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Respite Care in North Myrtle Beach: common questions
Which hospices serve North Myrtle Beach?
Medicare lists 19 hospices for North Myrtle Beach ZIP codes, including Angelic Health Of SC LLC, Lower Cape Fear Lifecare, Sunrise Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in North Myrtle Beach?
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 22% of the $5,702 monthly median income of North Myrtle Beach 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).
Does Medicaid or Medicare pay for respite care?
Medicare pays for short inpatient respite stays only for people on its hospice benefit (Medicare.gov); the hospices on this page serve North Myrtle Beach. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states covers South Carolina.
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; 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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