what the assistance fund does
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The Bridge the Gap Assistance Fund provides free or reduced‑cost in‑home care to individuals who meet strict financial and care‑need criteria. This fund ensures that people who cannot pay for help still receive:
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Personal care and hygiene support
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Mobility and safety assistance
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Companionship and supervision
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Light housekeeping related to health
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Transportation to medical appointments
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Respite support for overwhelmed family caregivers
These services allow vulnerable individuals to remain safe, supported, and independent in the place they call home.
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How Your Donation Makes a Difference​
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Every day, there are seniors and adults in our community who desperately need in‑home care but simply cannot afford it. Many live alone. Many struggle with chronic illness, memory loss, mobility challenges, or recovery after hospitalization. Without support, they face preventable injuries, declining health, and unnecessary hospital readmissions.
Your donation changes that.
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Who Your Donation Helps
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Your gift supports individuals who:
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Live in our service area within Upstate South Carolina
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Have a verified medical or functional need for in‑home care
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Fall below income thresholds or demonstrate financial hardship
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Have no available caregiver who can safely meet their needs
Every application is reviewed by our internal committee to ensure funds go to those with the greatest need and least resources.
​ How We Ensure Accountability
We take donor trust seriously. That’s why:
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Funds are never given directly to applicants
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All assistance is provided through Burton Home Care Services
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Every hour of care is documented and tracked
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Awards are capped to ensure fair distribution
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Annual reporting shows how many families were helped
Your donation is used exactly as intended — to provide care, not cash.
The Impact of Your Gift
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Even a small contribution can provide life‑changing support:
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$50 provides one hour of personal care
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$150 provides a half‑day of safety supervision
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$300 supports a week of check‑ins for a senior living alone
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$1,000 provides a full month of essential in‑home support
Your generosity helps someone stay safe, stay independent, and stay home.
A Message from Us
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When you give to this fund, you’re not just donating — you’re stepping into the life of someone who needs you. You’re giving dignity, comfort, and peace of mind to families who are struggling. You’re making sure no one is left behind simply because they cannot afford care.
Thank you for being part of this mission.