
Explore our list of resources tailored to help you navigate Alzheimer’s disease.
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.orgStages of Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer's Stages - Early, Middle, Late Dementia Symptoms | alz.org10 Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease
10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s & Dementia | alz.orgHow is Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosed
How is Alzheimer's Diagnosed? | Alzheimer's AssociationFacts and Figures
Alzheimer's Facts and Figures Report | Alzheimer's AssociationI 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' AffairsSouth 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 AssociationFamily 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 AssociationProvider 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 CareHospice and Palliative Care educational videos
Learn with My Life My ChoicesSouth 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 CoalitionVeteran Affairs Aid & Attendance
VA Aid And Attendance Benefits And Housebound Allowance | Veterans AffairsSC 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