COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) -South Carolina officials unveiled a new strategy Friday aimed at reducing dementia risk among older adults as the state braces for a historic demographic shift: by 2030, seniors will outnumber children for the first time, according to the state.

The initiative centers on a dementia prevention toolkit designed for senior centers across the state. Advocates say the resource offers practical steps to keep aging minds active and healthy.

“If I had one word to describe today, it’s action,” said Andrew Boozer, Executive Director of Senior Resources.

Taylor Wilson, the director of government affairs for the Alzheimer’s Association South Carolina Chapter went on to discuss why she believes it will help.

“Dementia can be prevented through lifestyle intervention. Senior cen

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