University of South Carolina Brain Health

University of South Carolina Brain Health USC Brain Health is increasing access to and improving the quality of cognitive care for all South Carolinians.

“It was an honor to represent Brain Health at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference in Toronto,” says Rob...
09/03/2025

“It was an honor to represent Brain Health at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference in Toronto,” says Rob McMahon, one of our Nurse Practitioners. “I was humbled by the opportunity to learn about the latest research and treatments for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias from the world’s preeminent researchers and clinicians.”

For this National Community Health Worker Awareness Week, we’d like to show our sincerest appreciation to Aliyah Little ...
08/27/2025

For this National Community Health Worker Awareness Week, we’d like to show our sincerest appreciation to Aliyah Little and Takia Woods. Their dedication to the patients, caregivers and communities they serve, and the expertise and compassion they share with the Brain Health team are truly inspirational. They’re curious, life-long learners, and are completely willing to stand up to challenges head-on. And at the same time, they can change the course of a caregiver’s rough day with a smile and some patience, which they have an abundance of. Aliyah and Takia are the hardest working certified CHWs on the scene, and they are both true rays of light. We look forward to realizing our shared USC Brain Health dreams, now and well into the future, with them at our sides.

Excellent work by our friends at Hood Construction Company, Inc.!
08/18/2025

Excellent work by our friends at Hood Construction Company, Inc.!

Crystal Holloway and Valerie Austin, two of our Speech-Language Pathologists, recently volunteered at Leeza's Care Conne...
08/18/2025

Crystal Holloway and Valerie Austin, two of our Speech-Language Pathologists, recently volunteered at Leeza's Care Connection's respite day program. They worked with the Silver Linings group - a fun experience for people with dementia that engages participants in a variety of brain-healthy activities while also giving their caregivers a break.

08/13/2025

Treasurer Curtis Loftis was honored to speak to the Brain Injury Association of South Carolina and enjoyed the opportunity to connect with so many passionate advocates and survivors.

“Thank you to the Brain Injury Association for the important work you do across our state,” said Treasurer Loftis. “It was a privilege to share in your mission and meet those who are making a difference in the lives of South Carolinians living with a brain injury.”

Congratulations are in order for our clinical coordinator Megan Rembert, who just earned a Bachelor of Science in Health...
08/06/2025

Congratulations are in order for our clinical coordinator Megan Rembert, who just earned a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration at Columbia Southern University, and begins work on a master’s in Speech-Language Pathology at the Arnold School of Public Health at South Carolina this fall!

08/06/2025

Integrating physical movement into a patient’s daily routine is an essential strategy to combat chronic illness and ensure a healthier future for South Carolinians. A new collaborative research study from USC Brain Health and the Arnold School of Public Health goes one step further by examining ho...

Representative Gilda Cobb-Hunter, who serves District 95 - County of Orangeburg and Dorchester County Government, giving...
07/31/2025

Representative Gilda Cobb-Hunter, who serves District 95 - County of Orangeburg and Dorchester County Government, giving us a thumbs-up at the Palmetto Palace Annual Day of Hope! We greatly appreciate all the support she has given USC Brain Health at the State House and in many other aspects, and look forward to a strong, continued relationship with her.

07/21/2025

South Carolina Department on Aging Dementia Care Specialist Tori Anderson will host Dementia 201: Positive Interactions July 24 from 10-11:30 a.m.

To register, visit https://tinyurl.com/25t7rp75 or call 803-803-545-4277 for more information.

Dementia 201: Positive Interactions is a free, 90-minute, live webinar providing best practices for caregivers and loved ones of people living with dementia.

Topics include:
- A short overview of dementia – brain changes, types, stages, symptoms
- Effective communication strategies by stage
- Methods to interpret verbal, non-verbal and behavioral cues
- Best practices to prevent or de-escalate challenging situations

It is recommended, but not necessary to complete Dementia 101: The Basics prior to Dementia 201.
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Tori Anderson, especialista en atención a la demencia del Departamento de Carolina del Sur, recibirá Demencia 201: Interacciones positivas el 24 de julio de 10-11:30 a.m.

Para registrarse, visite https://tinyurl.com/25t7rp75 o llame al 803-803-545-4277 para obtener más información.

Demencia 201: Positive Interactions es un seminario web en directo gratuito de 90 minutos que ofrece las mejores prácticas para cuidadores y seres queridos de personas que viven con demencia.

Los temas incluyen:
- Una breve visión general de la demencia - cambios cerebrales, tipos, etapas, síntomas
- Estrategias de comunicación efectivas por etapa
- Métodos para interpretar señales verbales, no verbales y de comportamiento
- Mejores prácticas para prevenir o disminuir situaciones difíciles

Se recomienda, pero no es necesario completar Demencia 101: lo básico antes de la demencia 201.

07/21/2025

Are you interested in the latest discoveries in Alzheimer’s dementia research and what they mean for caregivers and families? Join us for AAIC For All, a no-cost event that you can join virtually or in person. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn directly from global experts. alz.org/aaic-for-all.

07/21/2025

The South Carolina Department on Aging will host a webinar discussion Wednesday, August 6 from 1-2 p.m. discussing Dementia 101 The Basics.

Register by scanning the QR code in the brain or — https://lnkd.in/g9x4uusU

For more info, call 803-545-4277 or email toanderson@aging.sc.gov

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El Departamento de Envejecimiento de Carolina del Sur acogerá un seminario web el miércoles 6 de agosto de 1-2 p.m. hablando sobre Demencia 101 Lo Básico.

Regístrate escaneando el código QR en el cerebro o - https://lnkd.in/g9x4uusU

Para más información, llame al 803-545-4277 o envíe un correo electrónico a toanderson@aging.sc.gov

07/21/2025

For more than 35 years, USC’s Alzheimer’s registry has collected information on all diagnosed cases of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia in South Carolina. The first of its kind in the U.S., the registry provides a comprehensive resource for researchers, policymakers and caregivers, allowing the...

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