The ARK - Alzheimer's Family Support Services

09/14/2026

You're invited to The ARK's 30th Birthday Bash on Sunday, November 15, 2026 from 1 - 4 PM.

There will be:
🌮 Food Trucks
🎶 Live Music
🍺 B**r & W**e to purchase
🎟️ Raffles
&& of course birthday cake! 🎂

➡️ Event entry is FREE and open to the public! Parking shuttle will be available.
Let us know you are coming by RSVPing to the facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Hw9MEgp7r/

09/10/2026

Join us for the 4th Annual Pull For The ARK, Sporting Clay Tournament presented by Quikrete on Thursday, November 19, 2026! This tournament takes place at Partridge Creek Gun Club and benefits The ARK of Harleyville, a satellite program of The ARK of SC.

🍤🦪 There will be an oyster roast & low country boil to follow the event!

There are teams and sponsorships available! Guests can join for just the roast and boil by purchasing a ticket online. All event information can be found here: https://bit.ly/PFTA2026

09/09/2026

Every Wednesday, we recognize sponsors of the 27th Annual Race for The ARK which raised a net $30,000! This week for Wednesday, we are recognizing our Long Distance Sponsors!

➡️ All About Seniors: Since 2005, All About Seniors has been providing North and South Carolina with the most comprehensive resource and referral directory available for older adults, caregivers and healthcare professionals. Their printed magazines include hundreds of pages of vital information and more than 50 service categories specific to the ever growing over 55 population and those who work to provide a better quality of life for them. Whether you are a family member, healthcare professional, caregiver or older adult, they can help you successfully navigate your local senior resources. Learn more at https://www.allaboutseniors.org

➡️ Carolina First Tax & Accounting: They have over 25 years experience in accounting and tax preparation services for a wide variety of clients. They specialize in: Tax return filing and tax planning for individuals and small businesses, Bookkeeping and financial statement preparation for small businesses and Payroll services. Learn more here: https://carolinafirsttax.com

➡️ Cone Landscaping: Over 10 years in the Local Landscaping Business: lawn maintenance, major clean-ups, sod install, tree removal and more. Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/p/Cone-Landscaping-100057513608174/

➡️ JAG Medical Spa: JAG Medical Spa began in Summerville with a simple belief: when you feel good about the way you look, you carry yourself differently. That confidence should not come from chasing trends or trying to become someone else. It should come from working with providers who listen, educate, and create a personalized plan around your goals. At the Summerville medical spa, they help clients throughout the Lowcountry address the signs of aging, stubborn skin concerns, unwanted hair, body confidence, wellness changes, and more — with treatments designed to deliver results while still looking like you. Learn more here: https://jagmedicalspa.com/summerville-location/


Image: Long Distance Sponsors

09/08/2026

The ARK is partnering with the Waring Senior Center to host Powerful Tools for Caregivers (PTC) an educational program designed to help family caregivers practice self care while also caring for a loved one with ANY chronic illness.

This is a FREE, six week series workshop.
Every Friday
September 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026
Waring Senior Center, 2001 Henry Tecklenburg Drive, Charleston, SC 29414

Please contact Jan Hyatt at 843-822-4703 to register!

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Powerful Tools for Caregivers Class designed to help family caregivers care for themselves while caring for a loved one with a chronic illness. Six weeks series, free of charge starting September 18. 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM. Waring Senior Center, 2001 Tecklenburg Drive. Register by contacting Jan Hyatt at 843-822-4703

09/03/2026

Join us for Alzheimer's & You six-week FREE educational series focusing on the unique challenges of Alzheimer's and other dementias.

This course will be held at The Village at Summerville from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM every Tuesday starting on September 15, 2026.

💡 Instructor: Karen Nichols, RN, CRCFA, NHA, CMC
Karen Nichols, RN, CRCFA, NHA has spent more than 25 years of her career dedicated to serving seniors. As the only certified Positive Approach to Care trainer and consultant in South Carolina, she is particularly passionate about caring for and training people to care for people with dementia and feels that helping people understand them is her life's calling.

TO REGISTER ➡️ Contact Jan Hyatt | [email protected] | 843-822-4703

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Alzheimer's & You, Free Six Week Educational Series Focusing on the Unique Challenges of Alzheimer's and other Dementias, September 15, 2026 through October 20, 2026, every Tuesday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A photo of Karen Nichols, instructor. To register, contact Jan Hyatt [email protected].

09/03/2026

Every Wednesday, we are recognizing our sponsors that supported the 27th Annual Race for The ARK which raised a net $30,000!

This week for Wednesday, we are recognizing our Marathoner Sponsors!

➡️ Atlas Tech: Atlas Tech delivers secure networking, cybersecurity, and mission-ready IT solutions supporting defense and government operations worldwide. Learn more here: https://www.atlas-tech.com

➡️ Beyond Basic Life Skills: Beyond Basic is a nonprofit organization that empowers adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through practical life skills and vocational training. Beyond Basic teammates hand-crafted our awards for the event and assisted with presenting the awards. They have a storefront where you can purchase their hand-crafted items from wall hangings, to jewelry to bowls & more! Learn more here: https://www.beyondbasiclifeskills.org

➡️ Guerin’s Pharmacy: Guerin’s Pharmacy is the oldest continuously operating pharmacy in South Carolina, serving the Summerville and Dorchester County area from its longtime location near Hutchinson Square. Learn more here: https://guerinspharmacy.com

➡️ SouthPaw Roofing: Southpaw Roofing provides residential and commercial roofing services for homeowners, business owners, property managers, and builders across Augusta, Charleston, and surrounding communities. From roof repairs and roof replacements to inspections, storm damage support, gutters, skylights, and commercial roof maintenance, their team helps you understand what is happening with your roof and choose the right next step with confidence. Learn more here: https://southpawroofing.com



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27th Annual McElveen Race for The ARK Marathoner Sponsor logos for Atlas Tech, Beyond Basic, Guerin’s Pharmacy and SouthPaw Roofing.

09/01/2026

Last week, we had so much fun making floral arrangements! We used silk flowers of every variety & arranged them into beautiful bouquets.

Each member got to choose a vase and their favorite flowers to arrange. Arranging flowers may seem like a simple activity but it helps with their fine motor skills, reduces agitation or anxiety, is a sensory stimulant and provides them with a sense of accomplishment.

We are always looking for volunteers to join in the fun! This social respite program is designed for loved ones with memory loss to participate in a fun, social club while their caregivers are getting a much needed break.

If you are interested in volunteering with us at The ARK, email [email protected] or visit our website at www.thearkofsc.org



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ARK club members arranging silk flowers into bouquets.

08/31/2026

08/31/2026

Thank you to our incredible sponsors and all the golfers who came out to support the 10th Annual Swing for The ARK at Lake Marion Golf Course in Santee, SC. We had 100 golfers join us for a fun & HOT 🥵 day raising funds and awareness for The ARK of Harleyville, a satellite office of The ARK of SC.

➡️ Thank you to our volunteers!
➡️ Special thanks to Katelyn Wagers for being our photographer for the event!