HCCOA North Strand

04/07/2026

We love Tonya, at the North Strand senior Center!

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Tonya Riggins

Meet Tonya Riggins, a dedicated North Strand Driver/Aide who has been serving HCCOA for 3 years!

Tonya supports her senior center in many ways—assisting with daily activities and events while also providing transportation to help seniors stay connected and involved.

💙 She loves engaging with seniors and hearing their stories, building meaningful connections along the way.

🚌 Tonya enjoys helping seniors get out of the house and to the center, giving them opportunities to stay active and social.

😊 She finds joy in knowing she’s making a difference by helping seniors enjoy their time at the center.

Known for always stepping in to help with events and activities, Tonya is a constant, caring presence for both staff and seniors.

🧶 Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, crocheting, and spending time with her family.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 Fun fact: She has three daughters and four grandchildren!

💬 Favorite saying: “Everything happens for a reason.”

Thank you, Tonya, for the energy and care you bring to your center every day! ❤️

02/28/2026

02/28/2026

Your kids will love the Easter Egg Hunt! Starts at 11:00 am - 2 age groups. Prizes will be awarded! No Entry fee for the day if you are here before 12:00

01/31/2026

Due to extreme weather, and for the safety of our seniors, HCCOA will be closed on Monday, February 2, 2026.

10/31/2024

Join us at the Senior Center at Carolina Forest next Friday at 10am to learn about The Salvation Army's Emergency Disaster Services and how you can become a volunteer! Then, stay for a hotdog lunch and speak to other senior service providers!

08/06/2024

All HCCOA services will be closed Tuesday - Thursday in response to Tropical Storm Debby and potential flooding concerns, keeping our drivers off the rode and our seniors, home, and safe.

07/25/2024

South Carolina Department on Aging Dementia Care Specialist Tori Anderson will host Dementia 201: Positive Interactions tomorrow from 1-2:30 p.m.

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 mañana de 1-2:30 p.m.

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.

07/04/2024

Are you planning to enjoy one of our region's beautiful waterways this Fourth of July? 🇺🇸

Always remember that safety comes first! The handbook of South Carolina Boating Laws and Responsibilities is available online athttps://assets.kalkomey.com/boater/pdfs/handbook/southcarolina-handbook-entire.pdf for anyone who may need a "refresher" before you set sail! (When we say refresher, we do not mean a cold one in your hand!😎) South Carolina law prohibits anyone from operating a moving motorized vessel or vessel under sail on the waters of the state while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or a combination thereof. 👩‍⚖️

Enjoy the holiday and stay safe out there!