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Disclaimer
The resource links are provided as a service to our website visitors. These links do not imply endorsement. Care For Life, Inc., is not responsible for the content of the individual organization web pages.

"Advocating for people to prepare to remain in their residence independently, comfortably, and safely." - www.scaipc.org

Alzheimer's Association—Care For Life provides care for persons with all kinds of dementia. Our caregivers are given additional training in caring for persons with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias.

Worldwide it is estimated that about 16 million people have Alzheimer's disease, 4.5 million of them are Americans and we at Aegis serve nearly 800 everyday with this number climbing. This is an astounding number of individuals and families affected by this disease, and it's a number that continually grows. We have been involved with the Alzheimer's Association for over 20 years, and will continue to be involved until a cure is found. For more information or to locate your local chapter go to www.alz.org. In Charleston, 571-2641.

American Diabetes Association---Nutrition and some kind of daily exercise are important in controlling diabetics’ blood glucose levels. Care For Life encourages our clients to nourish themselves well and to exercise according to their doctor’s orders.

Diabetes strikes nearly 25% of our residents, a disease that has literally gotten out of control in America. There are 20.8 million children and adults in the United States who have diabetes, and unfortunately nearly one-third are unaware that they even have the disease. Our residents, families, and employees are all affected directly or indirectly by this disease. We feel the cure is close and support the American Diabetes Association in fighting this disease. For more information go to www.diabetes.org.

American Society on Aging
www.asaging.org

By Families, For Families Guide to Assisted Living
www.insideassistedliving.com/cmd.php?af=889283

Charleston Transitions, Charleston, SC
Reputable company to help you organize, pack and unpack for moving.
http://www.charlestontransitions.com

Dennis Christensen. Elder law attorney
www.scelderlaw.org

HOCOA
www.hocoa.net

Hospice of Charleston
www.hospiceofcharleston.org

Hospital Compare - U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
www.hospitalcompare.hhs.gov

Lawandra Kelly at 800-868-9095
To obtain a Health Care Power of Attorney visit www.aging.sc.gov/seniors And Click on Advance Directives

Lieutenant Governor's Office on Aging
www.aging.sc.gov

Lifeline - emergency response systems
www.lifelinesystems.com

Lowcountry Senior Network—for Elder Care Providers---2nd Tuesday 830am—Elks Lodge on Sam Rittenberg Blvd. http://www.lowcountrysn.com/

Lutheran Hospice
www.lutheranhospice.org

Medicare Guide to Choosing a Nursing Home
www.medicare.gov/Publications/Pubs/pdf/nhguide.pdf

Medicare.gov: Paying for Care (Nursing Homes)
www.medicare.gov/nursing/Payment.asp

MUSC (Medical University of South Carolina)
For the latest in research on the brain and aging or to become an aged Mentor to medical students contact Rebekah Hardin in the Division of Neurosciences in the Center on Aging at the Medical University of South Carolina. Telephone-(843) 792-3699 or visit www.musc.edu/aging. Ask about brain donation for research at MUSC to help find cures for Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s Disease.

National Association for Assisted Living
www.ncal.org

National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers
www.caremanager.org

National Institute on Aging
www.nih.gov/nia

Palmetto Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association
www.SCpalmettoalz.org

SC Office on Aging
For information about SC Advance Directives

Sheryl O'Neal, Care For Life Director of Business Development and Marketing, is a member of the SC Aging in Place Speakers Bureau. Please call her to discuss a presentation for your church, professional or civic group. Contact 843-852-9090

South Carolina Information Highway
803-896-9925 For the Driver Improvement Office http://www.sciway.net/org/seniors.html

Trident Area Agency on Aging
www.tridentaaa.com

A federally funded grant program administered by the State of South Carolina. Grants are made to family caregivers for respite care for an aging loved one. Some additional grant money is available to Alzheimers Disease patients.

Locally call 843-554-2275

V.A. Benefits for Eldercare
Questions about V.A. Benefits for eldercare? Visit this comprehensive website: http://www.vba.va.gov/VBA/

Lt. Governor's Office on Aging

South Carolina Long Term Care Ombudsman
Advocating for Residents' Rights & Empowerment
1-800-868-9095

Region 9: Trident: Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester Counties
For information on services or volunteer opportunities:
843-554-2280