Home to over 24,000 residents, Lexington, South Carolina, has a senior community that makes up about 13% of the population — lower than the national average of 16.8%. With a reasonable cost of living, mostly sunny weather with little snowfall and lower than average violent crime rates, the city appeals to older adults looking to settle down. As a suburb of Columbia, Lexington offers parks, botanical gardens and a senior center that holds special events, activities and programs. Ranked as one of the best regional hospitals, Lexington Medical Center offers comprehensive medical care for all ages.
On average, seniors in Lexington pay similarly to Columbia residents for home care services, at about $4,385 per month, according to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey. Home care is a bit different from home health care because it doesn’t offer skilled nursing services.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in Lexington– complete with services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled resources to help seniors and their families to access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.
1904 Sunset Blvd, Suite D, West Columbia, SC, 29169
4.7
(328 reviews)
"Our family worked with right at home for many years. They helped us keep mother at home far beyond what we would have been able to manage on our own. For this I am grateful now looking back on the extra time we were able to spend with her while she w..."
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5000 Thurmond Mall, Suite 207, Columbia, SC, 29201
4.5
(44 reviews)
"From a caretakers/daughters point of view: This service is a savior for me personally. It relieves me from having to miss a lot of work time to travel to my mothers appt, now I can meet her at the appt. and save this time. The care and service she i..."
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9367 Two Notch Rd, Suite C1, West Columbia, SC, 29169
4.9
(15 reviews)
"We were all taking turns in caring for our father but his needs quickly changed & were in need of immediate assistance. We were able to secure services the same day & had the absolute best aide, Amanda. She is an angel & the epitome of a what all car..."
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114 Haygood Ave, Suite A, Lexington, SC, 29072
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Senior Helpers is taking care of my family member with Dementia. The caregivers are patient,reliable,caring and professional. The owners take great measures to ensure a good match for the client and caregiver. And they aren't just managing people a..."
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1417 Gregg St , Columbia, SC, 29201
"HELPING YOU FIND GREAT HOME CARE Welcome to Cornerstone Caregiving. We are a senior in-home care service that allows your loved ones to s..."
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1053b Sparkleberry Ln Ext, Columbia, SC, 29223
"Visiting Angels of Columbia, SC provides seniors and adults with the assistance needed to continue living at home. With our local agency in ..."
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114 Haygood Street, Suite 10, West Columbia, SC, 29169
4.4
(24 reviews)
"I am the caregiver for my mother and I needed standby relief to be able to take a trip. Her Home Health Care provider assigned by the hospital could not provide the service I was needing. The staff at Brightstar of Lexington went out of their way a..."
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100 Old Cherokee Rd., Lexington, SC, 29072
4.6
(20 reviews)
"Extremely disappointed in their ability to appropriately match the skills required for care from the caregiver to the client. Be sure to ask very detailed questions when agreeing to a caregiver assignment and that way you can ensure an appropriately ..."
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7425 College St Suite 101, Columbia, SC, 29063
4.9
(12 reviews)
"Amazing company! We have been with Carolina Healthcare for several years and they have given us the best care. Hands down best choice!..."
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4423 Devine St , Columbia, SC, 29205
5.0
(2 reviews)
"CHARRM is a wonderful service. We currently have 4 over 70 year olds in our family and have used several agencies. CHARRM has been by far the best service we have ever had the pleasure to be blessed to come in contact with. They are compassionate, t..."
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7801 Saint Andrews Road, Irmo, SC, 29063
5.0
(1 reviews)
"A friend recommended Key Choice Home Care. They were good and I wish they would continue working with me. They helped with cooking, bathing, light housekeeping, transportation, and laundry. But they terminated the services to me without any notice. T..."
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1612 Marion St., Ste. 211, Columbia, SC, 29201
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We are quite pleased with the caregiving services we have received. They were careful to match the providers who would work well with my mother-in-law. They are attentive, flexible, and always pleasant. We have appreciated the guidance re: handling v..."
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100 Ashland Park Lane, Ste C, Columbia, SC, 29210
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Homecare Solutions took care of me after a knee replacement. Their staff took excellent care of me and I would highly recommended them. It was a huge relief to have the help I needed. ..."
READ MORE123 Library Hill Lane Suite A, Lexington, SC, 29072
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Coker and his staff took great care of my mother in law for several years. They were very accommodating on making sure that they had great caregivers that matched the personality that best fits that of my mother in law. She was able to stay in her ..."
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1612 Marion Street, Suite 103, Columbia, SC, 29201
4.0
(2 reviews)
"Fabulous office staff. Caring caregiver. My dad has been pleased and he is not easily pleased with his caregivers. Thank you Addis Columbia!! ..."
READ MORE100 Old Cherokee Rd, Suite F-122, Lexington, SC, 29072
"Home Helpers provide non-medical home care services. Our clients include senior citizens, disabled adults, developmentally challenged adults..."
READ MORE4768 Sunset Boulevard, Lexington, SC, 29072
"Create a Customized Care Plan to Fit Your Lifestyle! Live life your way in the comfort of your home with Home Helpers! From a few hours a..."
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114-B East Columbia Ave., Batesburg, SC, 29006
" Sheppard's Helping Hands provides professional, affordable, and caring in home living assistance for seniors in the Batesburg, SC area..."
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1213 State St, Cayce, SC, 29033
"Hands and Hearts Home Care was founded in 2008 in order to provide a much-needed service for senior citizens. We have worked tirelessly to p..."
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1122 Lady St Suite 262 , Columbia, SC, 29201
"Avodah Home Care is founded on servant leadership principles. The term "Avodah" is derived from the Hebrew words for Work, Worship, and Serv..."
READ MORESeniors have access to more affordable home care services in Lexington compared to the state monthly average, which is $48 more, and the national median at over $500 more. The northwestern city of Greenville and the eastern city, Conway, offer monthly care costs slightly more than Lexington. Aiken shares similar costs to Conway, while Charleston, located along the southern coast of South Carolina, has some of the highest rates in the state.
Lexington
$4,385
South Carolina
$4,433
The United States
$4,957
Greenville
$4,671
Conway
$4,576
Aiken
$4,528
Charleston
$5,005
Monthly costs of home care services in Lexington are the same as home health care — even though the services differ. Home health care provides skilled nursing care, such as occupational or physical therapy, catheter maintenance, and wound care. An assisted living facility costs over $1,000 less. Adult day programs offer some of the most affordable monthly rates in the area, while a nursing home with a shared room has some of the highest costs.Â
Home Care
$4,385
Home Health Care
$4,385
Adult Day Health Care
$1,376
Assisted Living
$3,270
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$7,300
Note: Data for Lexington was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Columbia, was used instead.Â
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
Home care services are only one of the pieces needed for seniors to gracefully age in place. There are many services and programs that are low-cost or free, that enable seniors to enjoy an independent lifestyle in the comfort of their own home, such as help with home modifications, meal delivery services, and more. Below, we’ve compiled a few of the most helpful resources in Lexington:
| Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) | (803) 376-5390 | 236 Stoneridge Dr, Columbia, SC 29210 | The ADRC offers a range of short-term and long-term services to individuals in the central midlands area. Priority is given to seniors over the age of 60, adults over the age of 18 with a disability, veterans with disabilities and family members and caregivers. Services include a Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, an assisted rides program and an information service to provide information such as insurance counseling and medicare advice. |
| South Carolina Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) | (803) 648-6836 | 291 Beaufort Street, NE, Aiken, SC 29801 | This program provides low-income households with weatherization services to reduce energy costs. Special priority is given to the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and households with children age 17 and under. To be eligible, households must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. The services are provided by trained professionals and include testing energy efficiency and installing insulation. |
| Meals on Wheels | (803) 957-7979 | 108 Park Road, Lexington, SC 29072 | The Meals on Wheels program is provided by the Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission. It is for elderly individuals age 60 or older and individuals who are housebound and unable to prepare meals. Friendly volunteers deliver the meals during the week at lunchtime and there is also a five-day frozen meal option for individuals who can heat their meals. |
| Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) | (803) 648-6836 | 291 Beaufort Street, NE, Aiken, SC 29801 | The LIHEAP is a federally funded program that provides low-income households with energy bill assistance. The program is available to families with high energy bills and families who are unable to pay their bills. Eligible households receive assistance with heating and cooling energy costs, bill payment assistance and energy counseling to help reduce energy costs in the future. |
| Lexington County Recreation & Aging Commission | (803) 359-4048 | 563 S Lake Dr, Lexington, SC 29072 | Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission offers a variety of services to individuals in Lexington County. Services include home care services, medical escorts and a variety of senior fitness classes such as Zumba and weights classes. Seniors can also receive legal aid and advice on non-criminal matters such as wills. The services are available for elderly and vulnerable individuals in Lexington County. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – oftentimes it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.
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