VISION
To create a self-sustaining program to meet the growing need for Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementia (ADRD) support until a cure is found.
MISSION
To provide hope and relief to families living with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementia (ADRD).
Our vision and mission are accomplished through social respite, caregiver support and consultation, community education, and mentoring underserved communities through the Neighborhood Outreach Alzheimer's Help (NOAH) Project, in Dorchester, Charleston, Berkeley, Orangeburg and Colleton counties.
About The ARK of SC
The ARK of SC began in 1996 as a community outreach initiative of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Summerville. Initially, The ARK served 13 families with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. The following year, The ARK launched a satellite respite day program in rural St. George serving families in Dorchester, Colleton, and Orangeburg counties. In 2004, The ARK received grant funding for a bus that enabled more participants to attend our respite programs. In 2022, The ARK received grant funding and matching gifts to purchase a new van and retired the old bus. Presently, The ARK operates a five-day-a-week Summerville program with 10 participants per day and a one-day-a-week Harleyville program with a max of 10 participants a day. To date, The ARK has served hundreds of families, with countless others receiving information and referrals.
To learn more about what we do and how we can help you, or a caregiver you know,
contact us today.
Respite Program
The ARK of SC
Respite Program
The ARK of SC
Respite Program
The ARK of SC
Respite Program
The ARK of SC
We want to help. You are not alone!
Services available to Caregivers:
Respite Care | The social respite and early memory loss programs allow you, the caregiver, to take valuable time for yourself while your loved one is engaging in a social club. Locations are Summerville and Harleyville.
Support | You are not alone in your caregiving journey and support groups allow you the space to converse with other caregivers in the community. Free memory screenings available by appointment.
Education | The ARK presents Powerful Tools for Caregivers; a caregiver education series. This free series allows you, the caregiver, to learn how to prioritize yourself while you are caring for your loved one.
Consultation & Resource Referral | The ARK provides you, the caregiver, free consultations and resource referrals. We schedule a time to discuss the needs of yourself, your loved one and family to assess how best we can serve you. An appointment is required for consultations.
Programs
Caregiver Support
Being a caregiver for someone living with ADRD can feel isolating. We want you to know that you are not alone. The ARK provides support for caregivers such as our Powerful Tools for Caregivers class and one-on-one Caregiver Consultations to help you and your loved ones feel supported and do your best.
We need your support
The ARK of SC is able to serve caregivers throughout the Lowcountry of South Carolina because of the support of volunteers, generous donors, and the love of our local community.
There are numerous ways you can get involved and provide relief and support to caregivers. You can make a difference today in the life of a family living with Dementia.
EventsCalendar Dates
Throughout the year we offer many events, from classes to fun runs and everything in between, in order to connect caregivers and the community.
We offer a slate of events throughout the year, including valuable community fundraising events such as:
- Dancing with The ARK Stars >
- The Race for The ARK >
- And much more.
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