Our Gracefully Aging 101 event brought together a wide circle of trusted professionals dedicated to helping mature adults remain safe, independent, and well-connected. Each presenter provided practical guidance, resources, and expertise to help residents navigate the many aspects of aging with clarity and confidence.

Healthcare & Home Support

• HealthShare – Sun City
  Advocacy and navigation support to help seniors understand care options and ask the right questions when coordinating care needs.
  Jane Gregor — 704-819-1775 • scclhsrn@gmail.com
  
  
• CenterWell Home Health
  Clinical specialists and nurses offering rehabilitation, chronic disease management, and in-home skilled care.
  Leslie Matthews — 803-372-7519 • leslie.matthews@centerwellhomehealthcare.com
  
  
• Senior Helpers – Sun City
  In-home caregiving, including personal care, companionship, dementia support, and respite care.
  Jim Largen — 803-329-4357 • jlargen@seniorhelpers.com
  
  
• VIA Health Partners
  Palliative care, symptom management, and compassionate support for individuals with advanced or complex health needs.
  Kristie Poulton — 980-401-2256 • kpoulton@viahp.com

Senior Care Planning & Advisory Services

• Next Level Senior Advisors
  Guidance to help families compare senior living options, plan, and make informed transitions.
  Cindy Hall — 704-501-8790 • Cindy@nextleveladvisors.com
  
  
• Elder Options
  Care management services supporting safety, independence, crisis navigation, and long-term planning for older adults.
  Scott Tenbroeck — 704-942-0650 • Scott@elderoptionsforyou.com

Legal & Financial Guidance

• Simpson Estate Law
  Importance of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and legal planning to protect assets and ensure future care wishes are honored.
  David White — 803-764-9555 • Jennd@simpsonestatelaw.com
  
  
• Edward Jones
  Financial planning, retirement income strategies, long-term care considerations, and tools to protect financial well-being.
  Aaron Kauffman — 803-835-6812 • aaron.kauffman@edward-jones.com

Realtor & Lifestyle Services

• Keller Williams Realty
  Home maintenance resources that help maintain your home for future sale, support downsizing, provide aging-in-place evaluations, and offer real estate guidance for homes that meet later-life needs.
  Margaret Johnson — margaretjohnson@kw.com
  
  
• Kelly Ogden Lifestyle
  “Personal daughter” services—help with administrative tasks, financial organization, errands, and everyday support, as well as help to manage downsizing and moving
  Kelly Ogden — 704-317-2020 • kellyogdenlifestyles.com

Nutrition & Daily Living Support

• Chefs for Seniors
  Personalized in-home meal preparation to support nutrition, independence, and caregiver relief.
  Jeff Stackhouse — jeff.stackhouse@chefsforseniors.com

Rehabilitation & Support Networks

• Encompass Health
  Rehabilitation services, rehabilitation services from hospital or home, coordination to support recovery and long-term wellness.
  Sophia Williams — 803-558-2487 • sophia.williams@encompasshealth.com

A Unified Purpose

Together, these organizations offered a comprehensive overview of the resources available to our community—from health advocacy and home support to legal planning, financial stability, nutrition, rehabilitation, and lifestyle services.   We ensure every attendee feels informed, supported, and empowered to age safely at home with confidence and dignity.