Local Senior Resources
Senior Resources in South Carolina
Statewide aging services, benefits programs, and caregiver support available to older adults anywhere in South Carolina, in addition to the county-level resources on each town's page.
Reviewed by Valerie VanBooven, RN, BSN
South Carolina Department on Aging (SCDOA)
State Aging Services
Statewide aging information, program oversight, referrals, and support for older adults and adults with disabilities.
Older adults, adults with disabilities, caregivers and families.
GetCareSC
Information & Referral
ZIP-code search for local aging, disability, caregiver, transportation, assisted living, financial assistance and other providers.
Seniors, caregivers and adults with disabilities.
Area Agencies on Aging / ADRCs
Local Aging Services
Connects residents to the appropriate regional AAA for meals, transportation, in-home support, benefits counseling and caregiver services.
Residents statewide; programs often vary by county and eligibility.
I-CARE / State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Medicare Counseling
Free, unbiased counseling about Medicare, Medicaid-related options and health insurance choices; includes Medicare fraud education through SMP.
Medicare beneficiaries, people approaching Medicare eligibility and caregivers.
Family Caregiver Support Program
Caregiver Support / Respite
Information, counseling, education, support and respite-related assistance for family and informal caregivers.
Family and unpaid caregivers; contact local AAA for eligibility and available supports.
Trualta for South Carolina Caregivers
Caregiver Education
Free 24/7 online caregiver education, lessons, videos, support groups, webinars and classes.
South Carolina family caregivers.
Senior Nutrition Program
Meals / Nutrition
Congregate meals, home-delivered meals, nutrition education and social connection for older adults.
Generally adults 60+; home-delivered meals serve eligible homebound adults and other qualifying participants.
Supportive Services / Senior Transportation
Transportation / In-Home Support
Transportation to meals, medical appointments and essential destinations plus information/referral and other community-based supports.
Generally adults 60+; transportation commonly requires lack of reliable transportation.
Legal Assistance for Older Adults
Legal Assistance
Legal advice and representation funded through regional AAAs for priority civil legal needs.
South Carolina adults age 60+, with priority for those in greatest economic or social need.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
Long-Term Care Advocacy
Investigates and helps resolve complaints involving nursing homes, assisted living and other long-term care facilities; advocates for resident rights.
Residents of long-term care facilities and their representatives/families.
Adult Protective Services (DSS)
Elder Abuse / Safety
Reports and investigates suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation of vulnerable adults in community settings.
Vulnerable adults age 18+ living in the community.
Dementia Care Specialist Program
Dementia / Caregiver Navigation
Regional specialists provide dementia education, family consultation and navigation to local/state resources.
People with suspected or diagnosed dementia, family caregivers, families and communities.
Alzheimer's Resource Coordination Center (ARCC)
Dementia / Alzheimer's Resources
Coordinates statewide information, education and resources related to Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
People living with dementia, families, caregivers and community organizations.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Employment
Community-service work experience and job training for qualifying older job seekers.
Low-income unemployed adults age 55+ who meet federal program criteria.
Senior Centers
Social / Wellness
Local senior centers offer social, wellness, educational and community activities; local offerings vary.
Older adults; local eligibility and schedules vary.
Senior P.R.E.P.
Emergency Preparedness
Emergency-planning information and preparedness resources for older adults.
Older South Carolinians and caregivers.
County & Town Resources in South Carolina
Choose a town to see senior centers, meals on wheels, parks, and other local resources near you.