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The Ultimate Myrtle Beach, SC Retirement Guide The Ultimate Myrtle Beach, SC Retirement Guide
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is located on the Grand Strand, an arc of beach land on the Atlantic Ocean in South Carolina, United States, extending more than 60 miles from Little River to Winyah Bay. It’s a popular tourist destination, welcoming over 14 million visitors per year.
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Tax Deductions for Senior Citizens in South Carolina Tax Deductions for Senior Citizens in South Carolina
For senior citizens, there are a variety of tax deductions that you may be able to claim on both your South Carolina and Federal Tax Filings. For those filing their taxes, looking at the overall tax snapshot of your state and federal taxes is essential for perspective.
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Casserole Conversations: Part 1 Casserole Conversations: Part 1
I’ve always loved digging in the dirt. Literal dirt, metaphorical dirt, put me in a dirt pile – I’m as happy as a pup sniffing out a delicious trail to some long-lost bone…You get the idea. I’m an Anthropologist by nature and profession.
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Be The Change – Deborah Stephens Be The Change – Deborah Stephens
Social Director I have been at Brightwater four and a half years. The ability to put smiles on the faces of our Independent Living Members, the gratitude that they express when we plan something they really enjoy is unimaginable.
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The 11 Best Books About Alzheimer’s and Dementia The 11 Best Books About Alzheimer’s and Dementia
An Alzheimer’s diagnosis leads to countless questions and sometimes a lack of knowledge on where to get the answers. There are a variety of resources available to those who have recently had a loved one diagnosis with Alzheimer’s, such as books, guides, doctors, and other professionals.
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Cost of Memory Care in Myrtle Beach Cost of Memory Care in Myrtle Beach
The cost of memory care in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina ranges from $3,375 per month to $7,250 per month for a private apartment. The average cost is $5,146 per month or about $61,752 per year. Myrtle Beach is located along a 60-mile stretch of pristine mid-Atlantic coastline known as The Grand Strand.
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2020 Silver Pen Winners Announcement 2020 Silver Pen Winners Announcement
On April 3rd, Brightwater, a luxury senior living community in Myrtle Beach, announced the winners of the Silver Pen Scholarship Competition. The Silver Pen Competition has been hosted by Brightwater’s parent company, The Maxwell Group, since 2012.
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Why Do People With Dementia Wander? Why Do People With Dementia Wander?
One of the most dangerous behaviors associated with dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease is wandering. Taking the steps to prevent wandering can keep your loved one safe and ensure that they aren’t at risk outside of their home.
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10 Benefits of Becoming a CNA 10 Benefits of Becoming a CNA
Close your eyes, think about how your future would look in a given career. Would you join the military, go to trade school, or attend a college? These are just a few options for when you’re re-evaluating where your career path is going.
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