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Resources for me
This section provides essential information and support for those individuals and their loved ones affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Here, you’ll find educational materials to help you understand the disease, access to support groups for sharing experiences and advice, and connections to healthcare professionals specializing in Alzheimer’s care. Explore caregiving resources for practical tips, stay informed about the latest research and advocacy efforts, and find emergency assistance if needed.
Our goal is to offer comprehensive support and empower you with the tools and knowledge to navigate the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease.
Information Alzheimer’s Disease and/or related dementia:
- Difference between Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s 
 Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s Disease: What Is the Difference? | alz.org
- Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease 
 Alzheimer's Stages - Early, Middle, Late Dementia Symptoms | alz.org
- 10 Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease 
 10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s & Dementia | alz.org
- How is Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosed 
 How is Alzheimer's Diagnosed? | Alzheimer's Association
- Facts and Figures 
 Alzheimer's Facts and Figures Report | Alzheimer's Association
- I have Alzheimer’s 
 I Have Alzheimer's | Alzheimer's Association
State Federal Resources related to Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementia:
- Alzheimer’s Association, SC Chapter 
 South Carolina Chapter (alz.org)
- South Carolina Veteran Affairs 
 Home | SC Department Of Veterans' Affairs
- South Carolina Department on Aging 
 South Carolina Department on Aging (SCDOA)
- South Carlina Department of Health and Human Services 
 SCDHHS - South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
Family Caregiving Resources:
- Education and Caregiver Resources 
 Dementia Care Education Resources | Alzheimer's Association
- Family Caregiver Videos 
 Family Caregiving How-To Video Series (aarp.org)
- Home Safety Guide 
 Home Safety for Older Adults: A Comprehensive Guide 2024 (ncoa.org)
- Caregiver Center 
 Caregiving - Alzheimer's & Dementia | Alzheimer's Association
- Provider training 
 South Carolina Respite Training (talentlms.com)
- Medicare/Medicaid Questions 
 Medicare and Medicare Fraud | South Carolina Department on Aging (sc.gov)
- Palliative Care 
 Palliative Care | Serious Illness | Get Palliative Care
- Hospice and Palliative Care educational videos 
 Learn with My Life My Choices
- South Carolina Department on Aging Respite voucher 
 Family Caregiver Support | South Carolina Department on Aging (sc.gov)
- South Carolina Respite Coalition respite voucher 
 Respite Voucher Program – SC Respite Coalition
- Veteran Affairs Aid & Attendance 
 VA Aid And Attendance Benefits And Housebound Allowance | Veterans Affairs
- SC Department of Health and Human Services – Community Long-Term Care 
 Waiver Management/Field Management | SCDHHS
South Carolina Area Agencies on Aging
The South Carolina Area Agencies on Aging provide support and resources for programs that help aging citizens and adults with disabilities live independently.
South Carolina Department on Aging
1301 Gervais Street, Suite 350, Columbia, SC 29201
803-734-9900
All 10 regional Area Agencies on Aging are listed on the right by counties served.
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      Anderson, Cherokee, Greenville, Oconee, Pickens, and Spartanburg. - Appalachia Area Agency on Aging 
- 30 Century Circle 
 Greenville, SC
 29607
 
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      Abbeville, Edgefield, Greenwood, Laurens, McCormick, and Saluda. - Upper Savannah Area Agency 
- 430 Helix Road 
 Greenwood, SC
 29646
 
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      Chester, Lancaster, York, and Union. - Catawba Area Agency on Aging 
- 2051 Ebenezer Road, Suite B 
 Rock Hill, SC
 29732
 
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      Fairfield, Lexington, Newberry, and Richland. - Central Midlands Area Agency on Aging 
- 236 Stoneridge Drive 
 Columbia, SC
 29210
 
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      Aiken, Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Calhoun, and Orangeburg. - Lower Savannah Area on Aging 
- 2748 Wagener Road 
 Aiken, SC
 29801
 
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      Clarendon, Kershaw, Lee, and Sumter. - Santee–Lynches Area Agency on Aging 
- 39 East Calhoun Street 
 Sumter, SC
 29150
 
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      Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Marion, and Marlboro. - Pee Dee Area Agency on Aging 
- 216 South 2nd Street 
 Hartsville, SC
 29550
 
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      Georgetown, Horry, and Williamsburg. - Waccamaw Area Agency on Aging 
- 1230 Highmarket Street, 
 Georgetown, SC
 29440
 
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      Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester. - Trident Area Agency on Aging 
- 5895 Core Road, Suite 419, 
 North Charleston, SC
 29406
 
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      Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper. - Lowcountry Area Agency on Aging 
- 634 Campground Road, 
 Yemassee, SC
 29945
 


 
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
              