The Aging State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SCSHIP) is hosting Talk Medicare with Me Thursdays on November 13. For information on Medicare, contact SCSHIP at 1-800-868-9095 Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit tinyurl.com/3986xkmb for more information.

We work with a network of 10 regional organizations to develop and manage services that help older adults remain independent in their homes and in their communities. Scan, visit, or call for info about the services available where you live. Call 1-800-868-9095 or 803-734-9900

We’re thrilled to invite you to participate in the Race for the Ages Rockin’ 5K, on Nov. 1st at 8 a.m. (located at 6071 St. Andrews Road)! Ready to make a difference? Sign up today at: strictlyrunning.com/gpuilreg-8l.as… The cost is $40 and includes a T-shirt and participation medal!

When considering cognitive impairment in older adults, there are 3 Ds that are important to understand: dementia, delirium, and depression. Learn more at tinyurl.com/2awp8yjn

The Race for the Ages Rockin’ 5K is Nov. 1 All proceeds from the event will benefit the residents served by the South Carolina Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, which works tirelessly to protect their rights and well-being. Learn more — strictlyrunning.com

Medicare Open Enrollment for 2025 is October 15 to December 7. SCDOA will join SCDCA for this webinar to give an overview of Open Enrollment and the information you need to know. Register at zoom.us/webinar/regist…

This month is a time to honor domestic violence survivors & advocate for victims. It spans all ages, incl. older adults, incl. physical, sexual, emotional abuse, financial exploitation, neglect, self-neglect, or abandonment. Resources: dvawareness.org/WithSurvivors

Join us for a FREE Virtual Family Caregiver Conference on Nov 6, 2025, from 9 a.m. to noon. 🌟 Get expert tips, resources, and support for caregiving and Alzheimer’s care. Don’t miss this empowering event! 💜 #CaregiverSupport #alzheimersawareness Visit tinyurl.com/3s4jduwb

Do you like helping a good cause? How about getting a medal for it? Join us for the Race for the Ages Rockin’ 5K on Nov. 1. Visit tinyurl.com/5fy53vav for registration details and to sign up as participant. The cost is $40 and includes a T-shirt and a participation medal!

Join the South Carolina Department on Aging for a FREE Virtual Family Caregiver Conference on Nov 6. 🌟 Get expert tips, resources, and support for caregiving and Alzheimer’s care. Don’t miss this empowering event! Visit tinyurl.com/3s4jduwb to register

The Race for the Ages Rockin’ 5K is Nov. 1 All proceeds from the event will benefit the residents served by the South Carolina Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, which works tirelessly to protect their rights and well-being. Learn more at strictlyrunning.com

As October nears its end, we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is the most common cancer in women globally. Marginalized groups & less developed countries face treatment disparities. Resources: ➡️who.int/news-room/even… ➡️breastcancer.org/about-breast-c…

The State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SCSHIP) is hosting Talk Medicare with Me Thursdays on November 13. For information on Medicare, contact SCSHIP at 1-800-868-9095 Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit tinyurl.com/yc72xzb7 for more information.

Medicare Open Enrollment for 2025 is October 15 to December 7. This is the time to make changes to your health and prescription drug plans. SCDOA will join SCDCA for a webinar to give an overview of Open Enrollment. Visit tinyurl.com/3s4jduwb

We’re thrilled to invite you to participate in the Race for the Ages Rockin’ 5K on Nov. 1 at 8 a.m. (located at 6071 St. Andrews Road)! Ready to make a difference? Sign up today at: strictlyrunning.com/gpuilreg-8l.as… The cost is $40 and includes a T-shirt and participation medal!

Yearly, thousands of vulnerable adults in SC face abuse, neglect, & exploitation. These neighbors & family deserve dignity & safety. Act now: Apply to volunteer: Submit an application & register for training as a Guardian ad Litem. Visit aging.sc.gov/VAGAL for info.

For families and caregivers of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, the concept of grief takes on a unique and complex form. This grief, often beginning long before a loved one passes away, is known as ambiguous loss. tinyurl.com/28p7fwwt

Getting proper nutrition can be a challenge for older adults. Find group dining sites or get meals delivered using GetCareSC.com, a free online tool sponsored by the South Carolina Department on Aging.

Do you like helping a good cause? How about getting a medal for it? Join us for the Race for the Ages Rockin’ 5K on Nov. 1. Visit tinyurl.com/5fy53vav for registration details and to sign up as participant. The cost is $40 and includes a T-shirt and a participation medal!

Prime Ombudsmen assist Healthy Connections Prime members by explaining their rights and providing information about Medicaid, Medicare, and the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) services. Email [email protected] or call 1-803-734-9988 for more information