Our library is proud to host the following non-profits and other agencies in the Union County Carnegie Library. Please see below for general and contact information.
Live Healthy Union
Live Healthy Union is a community health coalition through the Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System that focuses on improving the health and well-being of all those in Union County. The coalition brings together local organizations, agencies, and residents to address priority health needs through education, collaboration, and access to resources. Visit their website to learn more!
Rena Goode, Coalition Coordinator
Cell: (864) 909-0588
Email: rgoode@srhs.com
South Carolina Department on Aging – Vulnerable Adult Guardian ad Litem (VAGAL)
Each year in South Carolina, thousands of vulnerable adults experience abuse, neglect, and exploitation. To advocate for the protection of their rights and well-being, the Vulnerable Adult Guardian ad Litem Program of South Carolina (VAGAL SC) provides trained advocates appointed through the South Carolina Family Court system for vulnerable adults placed in protective services custody. The vulnerable adults are at risk of or have experienced abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation. These advocates represent the best interests of these adults, ensuring they have access to the resources, care, and protection they deserve.
Interested in becoming a Volunteer to advocate for Vulnerable Adults? Contact Nancy!
Nancy Fowler
Upstate Regional Coordinator B (Serving Union, Cherokee, Spartanburg, Newberry, and Laurens Counties)
Cell/Office: (803) 869-0255
Email: nfowler@aging.sc.gov
South Carolina Department on Aging – Dementia Care Specialist (DCS) Program
According to the University of South Carolina Office for the Study of Aging’s Alzheimer’s Disease Registry, there are at least 125,538 South Carolina residents currently diagnosed with a form of dementia. Union County has seen a110% increase in cases since 2000. The Dementia Care Specialist Program was created to provide support for South Carolina residents impacted by a suspicion or diagnosis of dementia. We offer community education, support consultations with families and connection to available resources. We also partner with organizations to create dementia-supportive community engagement opportunities.
For support in Union, York, Chester and Lancaster Counties:
Melissa Dalton, CDP
Dementia Care Specialist – Catawba Region
Cell/Office: 803-869-2059
Email: mdalton@aging.sc.gov
www.getcaresc.com