Alzheimer's Association, SC Chapter

About Us

The Alzheimer's Association is the leading, global voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care and support, and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer research. 

The South Carolina Chapter is the result of a 2006 merger of the The Upstate South Carolina Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association and the Palmetto Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.  The new, unified chapter serves the entire state of South Carolina through a network of local offices. 

Our mission
To eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

Our vision
A world without Alzheimer's disease.

Learn more at www.alz.org/sc

Services

The Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline provides reliable information and support to all those who need assistance including people with memory loss, caregivers, health care professionals and the public. Call us toll-free anytime day or night at 1.800.272.3900 or TDD: 1.866.403.3073.

Our highly trained and knowledgeable staff can help you with:

• Understanding memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer's
• Medications and other treatment options
• General information about aging and brain health
• Skills to provide quality care and to find the best care from professionals
• Legal, financial and living-arrangement decisions
• Confidential care consultation provided by master's level clinicians who can help with decision-making support, crisis assistance and education on issues families face every day
• Help in a caller's preferred language using our translation service that features over 140 languages and dialects
• Referrals to local community programs, services and ongoing support

The Alzheimer's Association, South Carolina Chapter, also offers:

Support groups — Peer- or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer’s disease are facilitated by trained individuals. Many locations offer specialized groups for children, individuals with early-onset and early-stage Alzheimer’s, adult caregivers and others with specific needs.

Caregiver Respite Voucher Program — This South Carolina Chapter offering is designed to provide relief to caregivers to lessen the physical, emotional and financial burdens associated with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. With a respite voucher, family members are able to arrange care through approved home care agencies, adult day care, or temporary placement in a long term care facility. The approved agency or facility will bill the association for up to $500 worth of services. The respite program is not designed to pay for services on a long term basis and may not be applied retroactively.  The voucher may not be used for private sitters.  Please call or visit http://alz.org/sc for details.

Safety services — Chapters promote and encourage people with Alzheimer’s to enroll in MedicAlert® + Alzheimer's Association Safe Return®. When a person with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia wanders or has a medical emergency, the chapter provides support to the family and assists law enforcement.

Education — Chapters maintain a variety of educational materials (brochures, videos, audiotapes, and books) on topics related to Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. Topics include basic information about the disease, getting a diagnosis, communication techniques, home safety tips, choosing a residential care setting, caregiving experiences and activity programming. Educational programs address the specific interests of the general public, individuals with the disease and their families, and health care and social services professionals. Chapters also provide customized speaking engagements on request. Some educational programs offer continuing education (CE) or continuing medical education (CME) credits.

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