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