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If you have the calling, the heart and the dedication to make your client's life better every day, if you enjoy helping others, then please contact us because we need YOU!

We are having a career fair Friday, December 18th, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Please bring your resume and your questions. We will have staff on hand to answer any questions you may have about being a caregiver.

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Barbara Franklin and Kelly Hallman guests on "Let's Talk Boomers!"

It's hard to believe another week has gone by.

"Let's Talk Boomers!" keeps things interesting with different topics to help, entertain and educate boomers. This week's guest is no exception. Tune in tomorrow at 11 a.m. to 94.3 WSC "Let's Talk Boomers!"

The topic for Saturday, 10/17/15 is Celebrate the Gifts of Aging! Join guests Barbara Franklin and Kelley Hallman as they talk about this Tuesday's celebration at Charlestowne Landing honoring those who refuse to act their age and in fact celebrate it! Learn how you can mingle with the honorees including Charleston Mayor Joe Riley while enjoying wine and appetizers. Tomorrow's show also has a great giveaway for the 5th caller!

Saturday, 10/10/15 "Let's Talk Boomers!"

Don't forget to tune in tomorrow at 11 a.m. to 94.3 WSC "Let's Talk Boomers!"

Have you ever thought about the "Big Picture" experience - your life in 10, 15 years?  What about your aging loved ones - do you know what they want?  How do you find out - start the conversation?

Tune in tomorrow when we'll be talking with Christine Sheffield, co-author of The Parent Conversation - the 11.5 Strategies for Transforming the Emotional and Financial Future of Your Aging Parents.  She'll discuss how to start the conversation and the different conversations you need. She also has a great giveaway - worth over $2K!  for the 5th Caller!

Battle of the Bands!

We are a proud sponsor of "Let's Talk Boomers!"

Bring on the Bands!  Tomorrow's guests are Bobby Lambert Director of Wando HS Marching Band and Michael Gray Visual Director and Drum Corps International Ajudicator.  They will be talking about the October 4 Lowcountry Invitational Marching Festival which features 15 Bands from our Lowcountry and beyond!  It takes place at Wando HS stadium next Saturday at 1 pm and  is  an event for all ages young and old with amazing musicians and visual artists, great concessions from local restaurants and the fastest drummer competition. There is free parking and shuttle service.  The fifth caller tomorrow wins 2 free event tickets with dinner for 2! So tune in tomorrow, (Saturday, 9-26-15) at 11 a.m. to 94.3 WSC.

Ribbon Cutting and Anniversary Celebration

Please join us Wednesday, September 23rd for our Ribbon Cutting and Anniversary Celebration!

RSVP to info@allcarelivingservices.com or call 843-832-9888

Tune in tomorrow to "Let's Talk Boomers!"

We are a proud sponsor of "Let's Talk Boomers!"

What are the financial considerations and/or options when you want to purchase your next “rightsize” home? Tomorrow's guest is Rick Durkee of Coastal Financial Planning. You probably know him as the host of Money Matters and Retire Right, both of these shows air on 94.3 WSC at 9AM every Saturday. Joining him tomorrow is Jerry Garner, a reverse mortgage expert with TowneBank Mortgage. They are bringing a great giveaway as well so tune in tomorrow at 11AM 94.3 WSC!

Cris Gillespie to be on "Let's Talk Boomers!" Tomorrow

Another great topic is planned for "Let's Talk Boomers!" tomorrow at 11:00 am on 94.3 FM.

As Boomers, being active is a part of our retirement lifestyle. But what are our options for a retirement lifestyle community, particularly as we get older?  Once we find a community can we make a reservation and move right in – like the Four Seasons?  Or is there a waiting period?  What do we need to know?  Tomorrow morning’s guests are Cris Gillespie and Ashley Alexander of the Palms and Five Star Senior Living;  they will educate us and have a great getaway as well so stay tuned!

We are a proud sponsor of "Let's Talk Boomers!"

We got our CDP!

We have dedicated the past several years to learning how to properly care for and understand the needs of those with dementia and Alzheimer's disease.  We have shared Dementia Dialogues(5 week course) with over 2000 caregivers in the Lowcountry and now we're Certified Dementia Practitioners. Just another step in the journey to offering superior care.

"Let's Talk Boomers!" Saturday, July 18th

Tune in tomorrow - July 18 at 11:00 a.m. to 94.3 FM WSC "Let's Talk Boomers!"

Have you ever heard the phrase – "The problem with communication is the illusion that it is has been completed?”  That’s a George Bernard Shaw quote.  Certainly we’ve all experienced some frustration with talking -  getting our message across.  Well maybe instead of talking we just need to listen?  Tomorrow's  guest is Julie Chapman of Our Community Listens.  She has great tips and advice on improving our communication and listening skills. Plus we have a great giveaway at the end of the show worth over $200!

AllCare Living Services, Inc., is a proud sponsor of "Let's Talk Boomers!"

Lyn Small from Senior Directory to be Guest on "Let's Talk Boomers!"

Tune in tomorrow (July 4th) at 11:00 a.m. to 94.3 FM WSC "Let's Talk Boomers!" and learn about the Senior Directory – a great print resource but not just for seniors.  This publication has lots of great information and articles for Boomers and about Boomers!  Lyn Small with the Senior Directory will be our guest and she has a great giveaway for the 5th caller!

AllCare Living Services, Inc., is a proud sponsor.

Charleston: One City, One Soul

Boomers, we’re different – we’re individuals.  But we probably have more in common than we don’t. This thought is behind the upcoming June 23 photography exhibit, Charleston: One City, One Soul where local photographers will share their work showing our one community of diverse people.  This exhibit will be at the Meeting Street Gallery. To talk about this exhibit,  tomorrow's guest on "Let’s Talk Boomers!" is local photographer Douglas Cunningham owner of CunningFox Photography Education and he has a giveaway worth over $150 to the 5th caller! “Let's Talk Boomers!” is hosted by Rebecca Imholz and sponsored by AllCare Living Services.

You can read more about the event here -  http://www.journalscene.com/article/20150608/SJ27/150609856/1002

Is your current will enough?

"Let''s Talk Boomers!" has another great show lined up for you tomorrow.

Do you have a will, a Healthcare POA, or even a living will?  Is it enough?  Now that our children are older – is our current planning still what we need? What if our marital status has changed?  Listen to Let's Talk Boomers! tomorrow 11am on 94.3 WSC when the guest is Kathryn Cockrill an attorney with Kuhn and Kuhn Law Firm.  She'll answer these questions and more plus she has an offer worth over $800!  Let's Talk Boomers! is hosted by Rebecca Imholz and sponsored by AllCare Living Services.

It's Cruise Time!

Have you thought about taking a cruise but not sure how to choose the best one at the right price? Then tune in tomorrow when Bernadette Brogan of Cruise One will answer these questions and more with a great giveaway to the 5th caller! "Let's Talk Boomers!", hosted by Rebecca Imholz, is every Saturday morning at 11am on 94.3 WSC and sponsored by AllCare Living Services.

FREE Dementia Dialogues classes starting in June.

We continue to partner with local businesses to bring you FREE Dementia Dialogues classes.  We have 3 classes starting in June. We're sure we have a time and location that will work for you.  If you or your loved one has been diagnosed with Dementia or Alzheimer's Disease this FREE class offers insight on what is happening, how to communicate and possible solutions for problem solving.

"Let's Talk Boomers!" tomorrow at 11 am

Guests on the show tomorrow (5-23-15) will be Linda Naert and Kathy Braddock of Trident Area Agency on Aging.  They'll be giving you lots of great information about available resources in our area to help take care of our aging loved ones and learn about volunteer opportunities with the Friendly Visitor Program! Rebecca Imholz is the host of "Let's Talk Boomers!" and AllCare Living Services is a sponsor.

"Let's Talk Boomers!" This Saturday, 5-16-15

Tomorrow's guest is Jimmy Bagwell of Save Shem Creek Corp. - a nonprofit recently formed that has quickly become very active and vocal about public awareness and engagement with Mount Pleasant Town officials in an effort to control growth and sustain a desired quality of life.  Jimmy has advice to anyone or any group desiring to become involved in local public engagement.  Be sure and tune in tomorrow at 11AM to 94.3 WSC FM to "Let's Talk Boomers!"  hosted by Rebecca Imholz and sponsored in part by AllCare Living Services.

We have 3 Dementia Dialogues Classes starting next week.

We've had over 2,000 attend our FREE Dementia Dialogues classes over the past 3 years.  We see dementia as an epidemic and want to help educate as many as we can on the disease and how to communicate with those suffering from it. We have three classes schedule to start next week.

St. Andrews Parish United Methodist Church
3225 Ashley River Road, Charleston, SC 29414
Mondays, April 13 – May 11, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

The Cypress House
205 Midland Parkway, Summerville, SC 29485
Wednesdays, April 15 – May 13, 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Christ Our King Church
1149 Russell Drive, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Wednesdays, April 15 – May 13, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, 4/18/18 "Let's Talk Boomers!"

Tomorrow morning's guest is George Roberts, President of E Cooper Meals On Wheels – a wonderful Non-Profit that has served the East Cooper area for 30 years providing over 1.8 million meals! George is going to talk with us about looking forward to the next 30 years including an event that will help E. Cooper Meals on Wheels – the 30the Anniversary Gala and Auction taking place on April 29th!  Plus we have a local restaurant giveaway at the end of our show – so be sure to tune in tomorrow at 11AM to "Let's Talk Boomers!" on 94.3 WSC hosted by Rebecca Imholz and sponsored in part by AllCare Living Services.

This week on "Let's Talk Boomers!"

Saturday's guest on “Let’s Talk Boomers!” Jimmy McAlister, is a Boomer with a strong Charleston heritage going back at least 4  generations.  As a successful business owner of a local Funeral Home, James A. McAlister Funerals & Cremation on Savannah Highway, Jimmy recognizes the importance of tradition while embracing the more contemporary offerings associated with funeral service today.  Jimmy will be talking about the advantages (including financial) of Advance Funeral Planning and has two great giveaways from a local restaurant!– so tune in Saturday March 28 at 11AM to 94.3 WSC for Let's Talk Boomers! sponsored by AllCare Living Services.

A better understanding of Alzheimer's Disease

Today, over 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, including an estimated 200,000 under the age of 65. By 2050, up to 16 million will have the disease.

This Saturday (3/14/15) "Let's Talk Boomers!"

Boomers, are you the only one who wants the TV volume turned up?   Does your partner complain you don’t listen when you really want to?  It’s possible you might be experiencing hearing loss.  So how do you know for sure?  What can you do about it?  Did you know that treating it can help more than just your hearing – such as depression, or dementia?  Well tune in tomorrow at 11AM to "Let's Talk Boomers!" on 94.3 WSC when host Rebecca Imholz will  be talking with Dr. Beth Alberto of Hearing Care of Summerville.  "Let's Talk Boomers!" is presented locally by AllCare Living Services.

"Let's Talk Boomers" on 94.3 Saturday, Feb 28th

Fellow Boomers, do you enjoy watching “Dancing with the Stars?” Well in Charleston we have “Dancing with the ARK Stars!” This entertaining event features local celebs and helps raise money for the ARK – a very important resource for those who are caregiving for someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Tomorrow we'll be talking with Cheryl Moniz of the ARK and Tauna Longest – the People's Choice Winner of last year’s “Dancing with the ARK Stars” and a judge for this year’s event Plus, we’ll have two FREE tickets – worth $100 – so tune in tomorrow at 11AM to "Let's Talk Boomers!" only on 94.3 WSC!

Tune in to "Let's Talk Boomers!"

Tomorrow's guest on "Let's Talk Boomers!" is Bill Sweezy,Publisher of the newly launched, All About Seniors, a Resource and Referral Directory for our greater Charleston area. Bill, a fellow Boomer, will talk about his journey to creating All About Seniors and his own Publishing Company, Striped Rock. He'll be joined by Laura Ray, his Director of Development and also President of Lowcountry Senior Network.  

So tune in!  Let's Talk Boomers! is sponsored in part by AllCare Living Services and hosted by Rebecca Imholz.

Family Services on "Let's Talk Boomers!" this Saturday 2/7/15

Did you know Family Services has been around since 1888? They empower people through advocacy, counseling, and education that helps them keep assets and achieve financial stability. How do they do this? Well, they have a ton of resources and education classes that are FREE such as the upcoming March 7 Money Matters for ages 12 - 21 (and parents, too!) that is held only once a year with workshops on budgeting, investing, career skills, college financial aid, and more! And there is Shop Smart - Cut grocery bills in half by learning the ins and outs of couponing. They'll even come to your workplace, school, church, or civic group to assist your community with the above topics and more!

So listen in this Saturday at 11AM 943WSC to Let's Talk Boomers! hosted by Rebecca Imholz and sponsored in part by AllCare Living Services. 


http://www.943wsc.com/main.html

Upcoming Educational Opportunity

Friday, February 20, 2015 at Founders Hall, Charles Towne Landing Historic Site
Check-in: 8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. | Conference: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

A free educational conference offered especially for the African-American community.

Growing evidence suggests that African Americans may be at higher risk to develop Alzheimer’s and stroke-related dementia due to higher incidence of developing vascular disease (including diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol).

This conference features top researchers and professionals from the Medical University of South Carolina and Roper St. Francis to provide information about education, research, and current clinical trials that are taking place. Join us to learn about how heart health impacts brain health, the importance of dental health, tips to reduce inflammation and more!

If you are a family caregiver for someone with dementia, complimentary sitter service is available through the Alzheimer's Association to enable you to attend.

Registration required by Friday, February 13, 2015.
Seating is limited. To register call 800-272-3900 or visit http://goo.gl/nlMFX5

AllCare Received Business of the Year!

The 2014 Business of the Year winners were announced at the 2015 Economic Forecast Luncheon & Annual Meeting presented by MWV.

Business of the Year with 51 and greater employees - Winner: AllCare Living Services, Inc.

We are a private duty, in-home care agency that has proudly served the beautiful Lowcountry and Midlands of South Carolina since 1998. We are locally family owned and operated and provide exceptional care and companionship for individuals throughout Charleston and the surrounding areas.

It's our staff and dedication to serving our community that sets up apart.

FREE Dementia Dialogues at Pinewood House

We've partnered with Pinewood House to bring you Dementia Dialogues. These classes will be held on Tuesdays, Feb. 3 - Mar. 3, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at Pinewood House, 101 Centennial Blvd., Goose Creek, SC 29445

Dementia Dialogues is a five-session training course designed to educate individuals who care for persons who exhibit signs and symptoms associated with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. This class may also be of interest to individuals in the early stages of a memory-related disease. If you are an individual who has been diagnosed with dementia, please call the instructor to ask which class is best for you. Training is provided at no cost to participants. Each session lasts approximately one and a half hours.

http://allcarelivingservices.com/Registration.html

AllCare Living Services join Charleston Chapter of NAIPC

AllCare Living Services joins the Charleston Chapter of National Aging in Place Council. NAIPC is an informational resource to help you remain active and healthy throughout your retirement years. NAIPC has established a network of professionals from the private, public and non-profit sectors who can help you plan for your future housing and care needs.

"Let's Talk Boomers" 1/17/15 topic is Skin Care

Listen tomorrow to "Let's Talk Boomers!" at 11AM on 943WSC as host Rebecca Imholz will talk about getting our skin in shape along with our health for 2015.    After all, we don’t want to feel older than we are and we most definitely don’t want to look older either!  But let’s face it, there are numerous skin product lines on the market.  But how do we determine which ones are best for us?  Tomorrow's guests are Nan Brown and Lil Bogdan, RNs and authors of the book, Nurse Your Skin to Health.  They’ll give us valuable information about skin care and share their journey to forming their own skin care company, L’Athene.  And they have a great giveaway as well! You don’t want to miss this show!Let's Talk Boomers is sponsored by AllCare Living Services.

"Let's Talk Boomers!"

As a New Year begins, many of us make resolutions to get healthier and meet fitness goals, like running the Bridge.  But how many of us think about our eye health?  Most Boomers rank vision as the most important of the five senses, but we tend to worry less about vision health than, for example, heart health.   Yet if we truly want to maintain our independence as we age, we need to pay attention to our eye health.  Tomorrow's guest, Dr. Thomas Mirabile, owner of 3 D Optometry, will talk about how often we should have an eye exam; what an eye exam should include; how we can help prevent eye diseases through behavior modification including nutrition; and the latest technology in eye care.  So tune in tomorrow 11AM to 94.3 WSC FM! 

"Let's Talk Boomers!" is presented locally by Kelly Williams of AllCare Living Services.

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8 Ways to Soothe Someone With Dementia Who Says, "I Want to Go Home"

1. It doesn't help to argue. Offering up rational responses, such as "But you are home!" or "This is your home" are ineffective with someone with dementia because their intellectual capacity to reason is gone.
2. Say something like, "You really miss home. Tell me about home." Then just listen.
3. Try being agreeable: "Okay, let's go." Take a drive around the area and when you get back to where you started, announce, "We're home!"
4. For someone who has moved a lot, ask, "Which home do you mean?" This may be enough to trigger reminisces that are calming.
5. Don't feel insulted. Adult children who have taken in a parent with dementia often feel that Mom or Dad is complaining that they haven't been made to feel at home. It may be that your loved one is feeling uncomfortable or doesn't have enough privacy, but that's not the same as an indictment of your intent to welcome the person into your home.
6. Don't go out of your way to engineer a trip back to a former home or hometown. Taking the person to visit a past home usually doesn't help because it's not remembered. (Earlier in dementia this may work, but it may also be confusing if the person doesn't quite remember the circumstances of leaving.)
7. Realize that "home" may refer to childhood. Invite the person to talk about favorite activities or places "back home."
8. Try going "home" with photos: "We can't go home today, but look at these pictures I found. They can help us plan a trip back there sometime." Then distract with the images.