South Carolina Celebrates Senior Citizens
Matt Perron
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — South Carolina is celebrating its senior citizens.
Thursday is Senior Day at the State House. It’s all a part of Older American’s Month.
The Lieutenant Governor’s Office on Aging, in partnership with event sponsors AARP South Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina, and Walgreens, will welcome over 600 South Carolina senior citizens to the State House for the event.
There will be four areas of participation during the event:
- An informational fair in the lower lobby of the State House
- A tour of public transit options provided by the South Carolina Alliance for Mobile Infrastructure
- A tent on the State House grounds featuring guest speakers and entertainment
- Free, optional health screenings provided by Walgreens.
Lieutenant Governor Henry McMaster will kick off the event with a news conference at 9:30 a.m.
Also as a part of Older’s American’s Month, the Lourie Center will be holding a series of events.
The following Lourie Center events are scheduled for May and are free (except where indicated) and open to the public.
Thursday May 5, 11:30 am-12:30 pm
Lecture: “The FriendShip: A New Virtual Senior Village” with Barbara Cullen
Thursday May 5, 12:30-2 pm
Cinco de Mayo BINGO Party
Come play Mexican-themed BINGO with us and guest host Shelby McMillan from Pruitt Health Columbia !
Thursday May 5, 6-7 pm
USC String Project Spring Concert
A spring concert featuring adult string players from the USC String Project. Special performances include the William Tell Overture as well as some soloists.
Tuesday May 10, 11:30 am-12:30 pm
Lecture: “Understanding the Recent Changes to Social Security”, with Jessie Gibbons, Policy Analyst at The Senior Citizens League
Thursday May 12, 11:30 am-12:30 pm
“Elder Law Legal Workshop”, South Carolina Bar
Friday May 13, 7-10:30 pm
Spring Dance with the Sensational Epics. Tickets $15 advance, $20 at the door.
Wednesday May 18, 11:30 am-12:30 pm
“Retirement Finance: Making Your Money Last” Ed Falco, Financial Advisor.
Thursday May 19, 11:30 am-12:30 pm
Lecture: “Are You Good to Go?” Doug Rice, End-of-Life Compassion & Choices. Refreshments provided.
Thursday May 19, 6-8 pm
Wine and Unwind: Sandra Johnson Book Release
In partnership with Richland Library, the Lourie Center will host South Carolina author Sandra Johnson for a presentation and book signing on her new book “Flowers for the Living”. Free and open to all. Refreshments will be provided.
Thursday May 26, 9 am
Annual Members and Board Meeting
All are welcome to join us for the election and induction of new board members and officers, plus a year-end review. Light refreshments served.
Thursday May 26, 11:30 am-12:30 pm
Lecture: Medicare Made Clear
Ed Greenleaf, Greenleaf Consulting USA
You may be enrolled in Medicare or just starting to think about signing up. This workshop will help you understand Medicare and your choices. Learn about Medicare parts A, B, C and D, Medicare supplement insurance and more.
- Who can get Medicare
- When to enroll
- What Medicare does and does not cover
- What Medicare may cost
- What financial help is available
