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SCAIP receives 2009 Leadership in Aging Award
 
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The South Carolina Aging in Place Coalition installed Officers and Board Members
for a two-year term starting on January 1, 2010.

Pictured from left to right:
Top row: Mark Smith – Vice Chairman, Maureen Maguire – Education Chairman, Harry Fendrich – Treasurer, Annelle Orr – Outreach Chairman, David Heilman – Membership Chairman, Dick Giffen – Transportation Vice Chairman,
Bottom Row: Janet Schumacher - Chairman, Tauna Longest – Secretary, Erin Branham – Education Vice Chairman, Elissa Mundis – Outreach Vice Chairman, Philecia Wright – Membership Vice Chairman, Barbara Franklin - Transportation Chairman


The South Carolina Aging In Place Coalition


Current Initiatives
Transportation –Support ITN/Charleston Trident (Independent Transportation Network) by volunteering as drivers, encouraging donation of office supplies/equipment, used automobiles and encouraging other organizations and individuals to volunteer. SCAIP members have committed to provide a minimum of two rides a month over a twelve month period.

Education – Provide information through the Resource Directory and the SCAIP website about how to age in place and the wide range of resources that are available. Offer educational programs through the Speakers Bureau that are free of charge to civic, community, church and professional groups. Coordinate Coalition activities in connection with National Aging in Place Week.

Outreach – Seek out resources and opportunities to provide support (financial, in-kind services, advice) to Lowcountry older adults who need assistance to age-in-place successfully.

Code of Conduct

Members of the South Carolina Aging in Place Coalition are committed to carrying out the Coalition’s Mission, Vision, and Initiatives. Therefore, each member of the Coalition agrees to observe and maintain the following standards of conduct in dealing with older adults, their caregivers and their families.

The Coalition members are committed to:

  • Treating all older adults, their caregivers, families and friends with respect and dignity

  • Conducting themselves with honesty and integrity

  • Taking appropriate measures to maintain competence in their profession

  • Protecting privacy and confidentiality

  • Assuring that any product/service offered is appropriate and consistent with needs

  • Taking responsibility to report any suspected abuse or violation of the Code of Conduct to a member of the Membership or Executive Committees.

South Carolina Aging In Place Coalition
50 Broad Street
Charleston, SC 29401
843-577-1389

   

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