DayBreak Adult Care Services
There’s truly no place like home, especially during the holidays. Since 2001, DayBreak Adult Care Services has made it possible for seniors across the Midlands to remain where they feel most comfortable, surrounded by the people, traditions, and memories that make this season so special.
Founded by Coker Day, DayBreak provides compassionate, customized in-home care that helps aging adults maintain independence and dignity—so they can continue living life on their own terms, right where they belong.
“As the holidays approach, families want to be together,” said Day. “With DayBreak, you can be home for the holidays. Our goal is to help people stay at their desired level of independence as long as possible, and we’ll do whatever it takes to make that happen.”
Growing up in Batesburg-Leesville, Day was surrounded by a family deeply rooted in healthcare. That early influence shaped his lifelong calling to serve others. After graduating from The Citadel’s School of Business, he began his career working with software for retirement communities. When that position was eliminated, a friend suggested he consider starting an in-home care service in Lexington—a place where none yet existed.
In 2001, he took that advice and opened DayBreak in a small office on East Main Street. At the time, non-medical home care was virtually unheard of in South Carolina. “When I started, it was just me and five caregivers,” he recalled. “I went out and provided care myself, often on call 24 hours a day. We grew one client at a time, one caregiver at a time.”
Over the past two decades, that steady commitment has turned DayBreak into one of the Midlands’ most trusted names in senior care. Today, the company has more than 150 caregivers serving clients throughout the Midlands and Aiken from its main office on Library Hill Lane in Lexington. “Lexington is our home,” Day said. “This is where it all began, and we’ve always taken pride in being part of this community.”
That sense of family extends beyond the clients they serve—it’s at the core of everything DayBreak does. “We treat everyone like family—our clients and our caregivers,” Day said. “It’s not just something we say, it’s who we are.” Many staff members have been with the company for years, a testament to the caring culture that has become one of DayBreak’s hallmarks.
DayBreak’s mission is simple but powerful: to make life easier, safer, and more fulfilling for older adults while providing peace of mind for their families. The team provides everything from companionship and meal preparation to bathing assistance, dressing assistance, Alzheimer’s and dementia care, and 24-hour live-in care. Each care plan is thoughtfully tailored to the individual client’s needs, allowing families to find the right balance of independence and support.
“Our caregivers help with things like transportation, medication reminders, and light housekeeping,” Day explained. “But what really makes the difference is the personal connection they form with each client. They’re not just there to help, they’re there to listen, to laugh, and to make each day a little brighter.”
Those personal connections take on even greater meaning during the holidays. Requests for care often increase in November and December as families balance work, travel, and full social calendars. DayBreak caregivers step in to make sure their clients can enjoy the season in ways that are meaningful to them. Whether that means baking favorite Christmas cookies, shopping for gifts, or simply sitting together to watch classic holiday movies.
“During the holidays, our caregivers bring a sense of calm and comfort to families,” said Day. “It’s about helping people focus on what really matters—spending meaningful time together, knowing their loved one is in good hands.”
Caregivers often help clients prepare for gatherings, assist with decorating, or provide transportation to church services and family events. They can even help tidy up the home before guests arrive or accompany clients to local holiday outings. For many families, that extra support makes the difference between feeling stressed and truly savoring the joy of the season.
The holidays also bring a unique opportunity for families to reconnect, and sometimes, to notice subtle changes in their loved ones’ health or routines. “It’s often during this time of year that families realize Mom or Dad might need a little extra help,” Day said. “Maybe they’re moving a little slower, forgetting small things, or struggling to keep up with daily tasks. We’re here to provide that support whenever it’s needed—whether that’s a few hours a week or full-time care.”
Some families even choose to give the gift of care itself. “We’ve had people gift our services to their parents for Christmas,” he said. “It’s a thoughtful, meaningful way to show love and support.”
What sets DayBreak apart is its responsiveness and commitment to personal service. The team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with real people answering the phone—never an automated system. “When someone calls DayBreak, they’re speaking with a real person who cares,” Day emphasized. “We always have a supervisor on call after hours. We want people to know that help is just a phone call away.”
Every new client begins with a personal visit from one of DayBreak’s care coordinators, such as their social worker, Paulette Freeman. She meets directly with families to learn about their loved ones’ needs, answer questions, and guide them through each step of the process with warmth and compassion. Together, they create a care plan that feels comfortable, supportive, and completely personalized.
That personal approach has earned DayBreak a reputation built on trust and reliability. Many clients have remained with the company for years, and a significant number of new families come through word-of-mouth referrals. “People know they can rely on us,” Day said. “That’s something we take great pride in.”
As DayBreak prepares to celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2026, the company is planning a year of community partnerships and charitable giving. “We’re going to be doing some exciting things all year long,” Day shared. “We’ll be partnering with organizations like the Lexington Health Foundation and giving back to the community that’s supported us for so many years.”
Reflecting on the journey, Day is grateful for the thousands of families who’ve trusted DayBreak to care for their loved ones. “It’s been amazing to see how far we’ve come,” he said. “But what means the most is knowing that we’ve helped so many people stay where they belong—home.”
Because at the heart of every holiday memory, every shared meal, and every quiet moment, one truth remains: there’s no place like home, and with DayBreak Adult Care Services, home is exactly where you can stay.
DayBreak Adult Care Service
123 Library Hill Lane, Suite A
Lexington, SC
803-356-4451