Bureau of Aging Services

Beth Goodale, Acting Director
Location: 2104 Lincoln Street, Georgetown, SC 29440
Phone: (843) 546-8539
Fax: (843) 546-2613

Hours: 8:30 a.m.– 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (except for legal holidays)
Mailing Address: 2104 Lincoln Street, Georgetown, SC 29440
Point of Contact: Joanne Jacobs, Manager
Directions: Located off Merriman Road, near the Housing Authority on Lincoln Street

Department Functions:

The Bureau of Aging Services offers programs, activities and supportive services that will enable senior residents of Georgetown County to continue being an integral part of their community, while keeping their dignity and sense of well being. There are currently six senior centers in the County. Come and join other seniors for computer classes and other training opportunities, socialization, trips and tours, special events, health screening and more.

Programs:

Home Delivered Meals available throughout Georgetown County for homebound seniors 60+

Group Dining Meals in five senior centers

Homecare Service for those in need of basic housekeeping and personal care assistance

Health Promotion Activities and programs at each senior center

Transportation Services for center activities
Optional shopping and field trip opportunities available

Medical transportation (in county) is also available to assist residents in adderssing medical and pharmacy needs

Department News:

Senior Activities:
* Valentine Luncheon (Feb)
* Waccamaw Sports Classic (Mar)
* Spring Luncheon (May)
* Summer Celebration & Game Day
* AARP Drivers Safety Program (Sept)
* Beach Retreat (Sept)
* Senior Holiday Celebration (Dec)

* Call 546-9410 for more information.

Volunteer Opportunities: The senior center offers many volunteer opportunities. Whether you’re interested in teaching classes, sharing a special hobby, serving on a board or committee, helping with the newsletter, planning activities or coordinating special events, help is always needed.

Senior Centers

Andrews Senior Center
102 East Main Street
Andrews, SC 29510
843-264-8416
Monday-Friday 8:30 AM-2:30 PM
Site Manager: Valarie Brockington

Georgetown Senior Center
2104 Lincoln Street
Georgetown, SC 29440
843-546-9410
Monday-Friday 8:30 AM- 4:00 PM
Site Manager: Betty Shubrick

Pawleys Island Senior Center:
291 Parkersville Road
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
843-235-3498
Monday-Wednesday 9:00 AM-2:00 PM
Site Manager: Rounette Johnson
*Please note this center is no longer open for center programs and group dining but seniors in this area can call 546-9410 or 546-8539 to arrange transportation to the Georgetown Senior Center Site.

Plantersville Senior Center
1458 Exodus Drive
Georgetown, SC 29440
843-527-2029
Monday – Thursday
9:00 AM-2:00PM
Site Manager: Mayme Ford

North Santee Senior Center
1484 Mt. Zion Road
Georgetown, SC 29440
843-527-3338
Monday – Thursday 9:00 AM-2:00 PM
Site Manager: Martha G. Taylor

St. Luke Senior Center
245 Rich Avenue
Georgetown, SC 29440
843-546-3828
Monday-Friday 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM
Site Manager: Cindy Young

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What type of programs do you have for older adults?
A: Information and referral opportunities to assist older adults with accessing available resources. Social and recreatio activities, health seminars and non therapeutic counseling, health screening, life skills education, and income tax assistance.

Q: Who provides the services offered by the Bureau of Aging?
A: Paid staff and volunteers provide a variety of programs and services to seniors.

Links:

Serior Citizen Web Site

AARP