South Carolina Department on Aging
@AgingSC
The South Carolina Department on Aging is a resource for all SC older adults, their caregivers, and family members. 1-800-868-9095
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The South Carolina Department on Aging seeks a dynamic, detail-oriented individual for the Long Term Care Ombudsman program. The role advocates for residents' dignity, quality of life, and care in Long term care facilities. Learn more: tinyurl.com/hmbay2by
Fairfield Farmers & Artisans Market open Aug 6, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 117 E. Washington St., Winnsboro. Shop local produce, meats, handmade crafts. Join Lunch at the Market, use Senior Vouchers, shop local, learn about services, grab lunch. Email: [email protected]
The South Carolina Department on Aging is having a Senior P.R.E.P. event on August 19 from 12 Noon to 3 p.m. at the Walgreens in Bluffton, located at 868 Fording Island Rd Bluffton, SC 29910. To learn more, visit aging.sc.gov/events/senior-…
The South Carolina Department on Aging is having a Senior P.R.E.P. event on August 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We encourage community members to come visit the event to collect materials and speak with local, county, and state officials about emergency preparedness.
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The South Carolina Department on Aging is having a Senior P.R.E.P. event on August 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Birnie Hope Center, located at 210 S Purdy St, Sumter, SC 29150. To learn more about the event, visit aging.sc.gov/events/senior-…
Did you know we offer speaking engagements? Scan the QR code or fill out our online form — bit.ly/3onf5B4 Want to learn more about the programs and initiatives our agency offers? — bit.ly/3OEY1Rw
Caring for someone w/ Alzheimer's/dementia involves tough healthcare decisions, causing emotional stress for caregivers. Advance directives outline medical preferences, ensuring values guide care when communication fails. Learn more at tinyurl.com/2hs9uy5p
Fairfield Farmers & Artisans Market open Aug 6, 10 AM-1 PM at 117 E. Washington St, Winnsboro. Local produce, meats, & handmade crafts available. Join Lunch at the Market: use Senior Vouchers, shop local, learn about services, & grab lunch. Email [email protected]
We work with a network of regional and local organizations to develop and manage services that help seniors remain independent in their homes and in their communities. Learn more at aging.sc.gov or call 1-800-868-9095 or 803-734-9900
According to the 2023 USC Arnold School of Public Health’s Alzheimer’s Disease Registry, there are over 122,000 South Carolina residents currently diagnosed with a form of dementia. Why is early and accurate diagnosis of dementia important? Read more at tinyurl.com/3vcjz2rx
SC Dept. on Aging's SCSHIP hosts Talk Medicare Thursdays webinar on Aug. 14. This is a free webinar for SC residents, it covers navigating Medicare. For info, call SCSHIP at 1-800-868-9095, M-F, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Details at lnkd.in/eXu7q84k.
SC Dept. on Aging Dementia Care Specialist Tori Anderson hosts Dementia 201: Positive Interactions today, 10-11:30 a.m. Register: tinyurl.com/25t7rp75 or call 803-545-4277. Dementia 201: Free 90-min webinar on best practices for dementia caregivers.
SCDOA will host a webinar discussion Wednesday, August 6 from 1-2 p.m. discussing Dementia 101 The Basics. Register by scanning the QR code in the brain or — lnkd.in/g9x4uusU For more info, call 803-545-4277 or email [email protected] #webinar #dementiaawareness
South Carolina's Long Term Care Ombudsman Program helps to resolve complaints made by or for residents of long term care facilities. If you suspect abuse or neglect in a long term care facility, please call the SCDOA Long Term Care Ombudsman at 1-800-868-9095-9095
For families and caregivers of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, the concept of grief takes on a unique and complex form. This grief, often beginning long before a loved one passes away, is known as ambiguous loss. tinyurl.com/28p7fwwt
Having trouble finding local Medicare help? Call 1-800-868-9095 to speak with someone with who can provide trusted, unbiased, one-on-one counseling and assistance.
SC Dept. on Aging Dementia Care Specialist Tori Anderson hosts Dementia 201: Positive Interactions webinar Jul. 24, 10-11:30 a.m. Register: tinyurl.com/25t7rp75 or call 803-545-4277. Dementia 201: Free 90-min. webinar on best practices for dementia caregivers.
We have a variety of guides, resources, and services to assist older adults. Websites — aging.sc.gov; getcaresc.com Articles on Aging — getcaresc.com/blog Call toll free at 1-800-868-9095 or 803-734-9900
