2008-2009 Supporting Seniors 

Chairman:                     Thoyd Warren

Vice Chair:                   Claire Shell

Staff Support:               Janis Gardner 

Goal:                             Insure that older persons enjoy economic, physical and social

                                      well being 

Definition Focus:            Our focus will be adults age 55 and above who can not help themselves, starting with the most needy and including those who “fall between the cracks.” 

Major barriers:          Fixed/limited income

                                    Lack of services- especially in rural communities

                                    Lack of awareness-No one place/person to seek services 

Hope:                   Seniors in Kershaw County will enjoy a  quality of life that meets their needs through a wide continuum of services and living environments 

Emphasis:                     VOLUNTEERISM

                                                Seniors helping seniors

                                                Youth community services

                                                Home repair projects 

Priorities:                    1.  Education/Awareness

a.       Retirement Planning and Financing

b.      Healthcare and other services

c.       Safety/Peace of Mind

d.      Protection from predatory lenders 

2.      Transportation/Access to Services

a.  Bringing individuals to services

                                       b.  Bringing services to individuals 

3.      In Home Services (Aging in place)

a. Community Centers

                    b. Home Repairs

c. Caregivers(Family) 

4.      Church and Community Outreach Services

a.       Reaching all areas of the community

b.      Filling gaps for those who “fall between the cracks”