Service Providers

Support Group 

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.

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Magnolia Memory Care provides valuable education, comprehensive resources, caregiver respite, and spiritual support in the Lancaster County area for those affected by Alzheimer's Disease and related disorders . We offer support groups, a 4 hour day program called Minds Matter, which includes exercise and music therapy, cognitive activities, a brain healthy lunch, and in-home occupational therapy with a doctor's referral.

Support Group 

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.

Giving Dignity and Support is a licensed community residential care facility located in Eastover, South Carolina. Services include room and board, personal care assistance, medication management, meals, housekeeping, social activities, and supervision. Facilities offer varying levels of care based on residential needs. 

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.

Waring Senior Center offers over 300 classes a month including fitness, wellness, creative arts, languages, dance, music, games, and so much more. The center houses a gym with cardio and strength machines and four outdoor pickleball courts. Everything at the senior center is dedicated to increasing opportunities as well as ways to engage in activities outside the senior center such as golf, dining, kayaking, theatre, and other activities. 

The center offers support groups for Alzheimer's caregivers, a grief support group which is led by the Roper St. Francis Healthcare Pastoral Care Department, and stress management support. 

The Waring Cafe offers a hot lunch three days a week. Prices range from $7 to $2 and must be ordered two days in advance. Meals are served dine-in or carry-out. 

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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.

Parkinson's Support group 

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)

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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. 

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Quality Health Care Services

Omega Healthcare Services is a Non Medical home care agency licensed by the Sate of South Carolina. We specialize in taking care of all age groups in the comfort of theirs homes; these groups include the  elderly, both young and old adult,and  children with special needs. Our trained caregivers are passionate and enthusiastic about their jobs. We strive to employ the best hands through rigorous interview, background checks and in-house training. We also make sure we match the right caregiver with the right client. We will quickly make a change if there is any need.

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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.
 

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.