Current Topic: May has been proclaimed Older Americans Month in South Carolina (see the proclamation).
Also, on Monday May 7th, come down to the Drew Wellness Center in Columbia for fun and games at the "Never to old to play" event from 10am to 2pm.
Recent Topics
Applications for the 2012 Alzheimer's Resource Coordination Center Grants for Respite and Educational Programs
PIP Update
PIP Funding Cycle – The revised Permanent Improvement Project (PIP) application is now closed. The LGOA review team will start making site visits to evaluate proposals in March. Any inquiries regarding PIP should be made to Gerry Dickinson at gdickinson@aging.sc.gov.
Programs within the Office on Aging
SCAccess - searchable database of services in South Carolina
Medicare and SHIP - health insurance options for the elderly
Ombudsman - for residents of long-term care facilites
BGTIME.org - an online community forum specially designed for senior citizens in South Carolina
Health and Safety - tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle
Family Caregiver Support Program - offering help to caregivers
Alzheimer's Resource Coordination Center - helping individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease
Brochures - Several popular brochures are available for download