PIP Update
PIP Funding Cycle – PIP Application Revised: The revised Permanent Improvement Project (PIP) application can now be found on the Office on Aging web site. It can be found in the Providers section under Funding Opportunities. PIP proposals will be accepted from February 1 through February 28, 2012. 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