Our Story

Wilmington, NC's Trusted At-Home Senior Care Company For Over 50 Years!

For over 50 years, Eldercare At Home has been a trusted name in home care in Wilmington, NC. Our journey began with a simple yet profound mission: to provide compassionate, high-quality senior care that allows loved ones to remain in the comfort of their own homes.

A Timeline of Our Commitment to Senior Care

  • 1973: Carroll Herring establishes Eldercare At Home, the first home care company in Wilmington, NC.
  • 1994: Carroll’s son, Russell Herring, founds AssistedCare at Home, expanding services to include personal care.
  • 2017: The Herring Family unites Eldercare At Home and AssistedCare at Home into one family of companies.
  • 2023: Eldercare At Home celebrates 50 years of dedicated service to the community.
  • 2024: The Eldercare and AssistedCare teams proudly mark 30 years of combined service.

Continuing the Tradition of Exceptional Senior Care

Today, Eldercare At Home stands as a beacon of excellence in home care in Wilmington, NC, offering a full range of services tailored to the unique needs of our clients. From personal care assistance to skilled nursing, we are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for seniors and their families.

As we celebrate over 50 years of service, we honor Carroll’s enduring legacy and remain committed to delivering the highest standard of home care in Southeastern North Carolina.

Honoring Carroll Herring

Carroll Newkirk Herring, a pioneer in senior care in Wilmington, NC, passed away on January 15, 2025. A Wilmington native, she founded Eldercare At Home in 1973, inspired by her own experience caring for her mother. Her dedication led to the region’s first Certified Nursing Assistant program, shaping the home care industry for generations.

Beyond her professional impact, Carroll was a devoted wife, mother, and community leader, active in Westminster Presbyterian Church and the American Business Women’s Association. Her legacy lives on through Eldercare At Home and AssistedCare at Home, ensuring seniors receive compassionate, dignified care at home.

Family Testimonials

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" Thoughtful, Kind, Patient – these words are just the beginning. The caregivers at Eldercare are special people! They took good care of my mother for 2+ years and I like to think of them as part of my extended family. "

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Robert F.

“ Thoughtful, Kind, Patient – these words are just the beginning. The caregivers at Eldercare are special people! They took