Service Providers

The Antioch Caregivers Support Group Ministry was primarily designed  to lend support to persons who serve as caregivers giving care for those with Alzheimer's and other dementia related illnesses.  The primary focus of this support group for caregivers is to educate, bring awareness training and self-care for care recipients and caregivers.

Each month, the support group meets at Antioch AME Zion Church in Eastover, SC for approximately 2 hours from 2-4 on the second Thursday.  A variety of formats have been used to provide helpful information and resources to the caregivers.  Workshops and seminars led by trained professionals, panel discussion, round table discussion, video presentations, topics dealing with mental health, dealing with emotions such as guilt and depression have been addressed.  

Currently, this program serves Lower Richland County.  Dr. Robert T. Benton serves as Program Director.

Respite Care Charleston is a nonprofit organization providing support and services for families affected by Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia.  Services include half-day memory care (respite), caregiver support groups, one-on-one caregiver consultations, education and referrals, and programs for those with mild cognitive impairment or early-stage dementia.  

Many RCC services are offered at no cost, and scholarships are available to ensure no family is denied support due to financial constraints.

To ensure accessibility, services are offered at several locations in Mt. Pleasant, West Ashley, North Charleston, James Island and Johns Island.

The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. The South Carolina Chapter serves the entire state through network of offices in Greenville, Spartanburg, Columbia and Charleston.

We are here to help, providing reliable information and support for those affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Our 24/7 Helpline is available anytime day or night at 800-272-3900. Learn more about our services at http://alz.org/sc.

The ARK of SC's mission is to provide hope and relief to families living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. This is accomplished through social respite, caregiver support and consultation, community education, and mentoring underserved communities through the Neighborhood Outreach Alzheimer’s Help (NOAH) Project, in Dorchester, Charleston, Berkeley, Orangeburg, and Colleton counties. 

Memory Matters provides compassionate services for those experiencing cognitive decline, offers caregiver respite, supports families, and educates those who want to maintain or improve their brain health.

Central Midlands Area Agency on Aging promotes a positive experience of aging for older individuals, the disabled community and their families. Serving Richland, Lexington, Newberry and Fairfield counties.

• Contracts with local council on aging agencies for services.
• Regional Aging and Disability Advisory Committee (RADAC) assist the Council of Governments in fulfilling the responsibilities of the AAA/ADRC.
• Majority of Aging Services are federally funded.
• Services provided include the Information Referral & Assistance Program, Family Caregiver Support Program and the I-CARE program.

Senior Matters is a provider of licensed non-medical caregiver services. Locally owned in Columbia, SC since 1997, Senior Matters provides non-medical caregiver services throughout South Carolina.  Senior Matters is proud to serve veterans through the VA Community Care Network.

Our mission is to create resourceful and resilient family caregivers through innovative programs that offer education, support and wellness. Our programs and services are provided free of charge.

We provide technology services, educational classes and programs for senior adults and their families, so they can be better connected. Bill has worked with 100’s of seniors throughout South Carolina teaching them how to use their technology more confidently, effectively and safely. Here is a summary of our services along with other educational programs:

• iPhone and iPad Classes-Learn how to use your phone and tablet more effectively, confidently and safely
• Educational Seminars- Provide various seminars relevant to help senior adults
• LifeStats- Learn how to manage your digital and personal assets
• Basic Computer Classes- Learn how to use your computer more confidently, effectively, and safely.
• Technology Centers for Seniors- Partnered with a South Carolina non-profit to provide technology to underserved communities
• In Home Technology Support- Setup technology and resolve issues in your home (limited geographic availability)

Visiting Angels in Anderson provides loving caregivers to help seniors and adults remain independent and living at home. We support families by providing assistance with: Bathing, dressing, grooming, walking / ambulation, medication reminders, transportation, errands and shopping, light housekeeping, meal preparation and companionship. We provide care from 1 to 24 hours of care at affordable rates. Visiting Angels specializes in care for those with Alzheimer's and Dementia and can help families by allowing adult children to have peace of mind and seniors to maintain their independence while staying where they want to be, at home. Call us today and see how we can help your family! (864)225-4868.

Reverse magazine is for adults experiencing the role reversal that often occurs when caring for aging parents. Reverse is the resource caregivers need to navigate that stressful role. Our content and podcast episodes provide pertinent, credible, and timely information to guide and assist caregivers on topics such as elder law, caregiver support, senior living options and so much more. 

Reverse takes a proactive approach to helping caregivers and seniors on their journey, with the intention of helping them avoid costly mistakes, encouraging self-advocacy, and directing them to critical resources and information that seem to get buried in the information overload that is the internet. Articles written by senior care professionals who share their expertise and knowledge. In podcast interviews, we ask them the questions we know you're asking. 

The Navigating in Reverse is available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music, Spotify, and most podcast platforms. Subscribe and never miss an episode!

We provide Non-Medical In-Home Care for adults over 18 years of age living in Greenville, Spartanburg, Cherokee and Union County. Pairing the right caregiver with our clients is essential for absolute quality of care and our primary focus. Care takes place wherever a client calls home. Connect with a member of our team today & explore how we can best meet your in-home care needs. 

Certified in 2012, Pathway Hospice was born out of the vision of a family owned company who realized the value of hospice care and wanted it for their families and neighbors.

Today, their vision and mission remain the cornerstones of our work and organizational soul.

Pathway Hospice is committed to serving those living with terminal illnesses, nearing the end of life, or experiencing grief by caring for their patients and helping to guide their families as they provide care and make decisions.

Pathway Hospice is community based, offering comprehensive hospice and palliative care, caregiver education, individual and group counseling, spiritual support and many other programs to those it serves regardless of race, age, faith, diagnosis or financial circumstances.

Our goal is to help each person in our community maintain the best quality of life and live each day with meaning and purpose. Toward that goal, we continue to add new programs and services to meet the changing needs of our community.

Waccamaw Area Agency on Aging (AAA), exists to provide services and resources to seniors and their caregivers in the Waccamaw Region. The AAA offers the support many senior residents need to continue living comfortable, high-quality lives in their own homes for as long as possible.

Margaret Kunes, MHA, CMC is an Aging Life Care Manager who operates a small practice offering highly personalized decision support for individuals and families faced with managing chronic illness, particularly cognitive impairment, or more general matters related to aging and planning for the future.

ALCC also offers assistance with exploring retirement community options, medication management, home care management, coordinating and attending medical and other business appointments.
 

Whether you need respite care, a little help at home to live independently, or 24/7 home care, TheKey can design a personalized Care Plan that meets your needs and budget. Every caregiver is expertly trained and passionate about providing you with the level of care you need to live a better quality of life. 

Compassionate Care Senior Services provides extensive in-home care services to help and support your loved ones and yourself.

The Compassionate Care team takes a proactive approach as we provide in home health services to our clients.  Each member of our team plays a distinct role in the delivery of care and services to our clients and also to our clients' family members in the Conway and surrounding areas.

Certified Caregivers-Spartanburg, a licensed and bonded non-medical home care agency in Spartanburg, proudly serves the elderly, disabled, mentally challenged residents of Greenville and Spartanburg counties. Committed to providing exceptional home care services, our team emphasizes compassion, integrity, dignity, and respect toward clients and their families. 

Through personalized care plans, we help your loved ones maintain their desired lifestyle in the comfort of their own home. Our dedicated team of certified caregivers is trained to meet each client's unique needs, ensuring the care provided are specialized to their exact requirements, and preferences, helping to provide peace of mind for all involved. 

Based on the PACE (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly) model of care, our program offers frail seniors services and support needed to remain at home and in their own communities.

The Greenville Area Parkinson Society (GAPS) is a local non-profit organization in the Upstate of South Carolina that offers support, education, and advocacy to people living with Parkinson's Disease, their care partners, spouses and families.

A welcoming facility for all adults, including employees to visit. Focused on providing In-Home Care, Day Center Care and Transportation needs for Seniors, Young Adults or the Disabled. Providers are First Aid, CPR and CNA certified and are required to complete Caregiver Training Courses including Alzheimer's and dementia care training. 

Whether it is Medicaid, VA medical benefit, private pay, waiver or a voucher, we are often able to provide the care you require for little or no money out of pocket. 

Senior Living Advisors is a FREE service to help families choose an appropriate Independent Living Apartment with Support Services, Assisted Living Facility or Secure Dementia unit for their loved one. While matching their medical needs, budget, and geographic preferences.

Your Professional Senior Living Advisor can assess the candidate in their home or at a medical facility such as hospital or skilled rehabilitation unit.  The Advisor will meet with the family to obtain all of the necessary information, and determine the scope of care required. Recommendations of communities are offered, and your Professional Advisor will accompany you on tours to provide expert guidance every step of the way.

Most importantly, your Professional Advisor understands how difficult it is to make these decisions, and is there to offer expert guidance and support to help families make this life-changing transition.

PurFoods, LLC dba Mom’s Meals (“Mom’s Meals”) is a USDA-inspected food preparation and home-delivered meal service dedicated to providing delicious meals to our customers nationwide. Mom’s Meals strives to be the leading provider of aging, disabled and patient nutrition solutions that preserve health, help combat chronic disease, support recuperation and nourish independence for high-quality living at home. Mom's Meal's mission is to help keep seniors & individuals with disabilities in the comfort of their homes as long as possible by delivering nutritious meals directly to their homes. We have grown to provide daily in-home nutrition support for over 180,000 unique clients across the country. We utilize a HIPAA-compliant database that tracks each client's ordering history, feedback, notes from Case Managers, etc. Every client's order is maintained in their respective account and includes the number of meals for each delivery and delivery verification. 

The Lexington County Sheriff's Department has forged a strong relationship with Project Lifesaver. This partnership allows us to use Project Lifesaver's technology to quickly track and locate individuals who are prone to wander from their homes.  You may contact Sgt. Brandon Miller at 803-785-2565 or email at bmiller@lcsd.sc.gov or you may contact V.A. Officer Tim Parcheta at 803-785-2447 or email at tparcheta@lcsd.sc.gov. There is no charge for this service.

When you enroll your loved one in the program, you will receive a small personal Project Lifesaver transmitter.   This transmitter is worn on the wrist or ankle and emits an individualized tracking signal. If an enrolled Project Lifesaver client goes missing, the caregiver notifies the Department and deputies respond to the wanderer's area. Most clients who wander are found a few miles from home, and search times are reduced from hours and days to minutes. Recovery times for PLI clients average 30 minutes which is a 95 percent less time than standard operations.

As a board-certified patient advocate in South Carolina, I work closely with seniors to ensure they have a voice in their healthcare decisions and receive the care they need. I facilitate communication between seniors and their healthcare providers, assist in understanding medical conditions and treatment options, and advocate for their preferences to be respected. I also help navigate complex healthcare systems, provide emotional support during challenging situations, educate on patient rights, and collaborate with other professionals to ensure comprehensive care. By offering personalized services and empowering seniors to advocate for themselves, I strive to improve their overall well-being and quality of life and provide support for their loved ones.