The hit television program has inspired youngsters of all ages to take dancing lessons

The competition is heating up to find out who will be the next winner of FOX’s hit television show “So You Think You Can Dance,” but some South Carolina residents have already chosen their favorite contestant. The residents and employees at Anderson Place Senior Living Community are rallying to support one resident’s grandson, Evan Kasprzak, as he continues to compete on the fifth season of “So You Think You Can Dance.”

Anderson Place resident, Jenny Kasprzak’s grandson, Evan Kasprzak, made it to the top 14 contestants on the show last week, as a large group of Anderson Place residents and staff sporting “Vote Evan” t-shirts gathered to cheer him on. This week, the growing group of seniors will gather again on July 1st to cheer for Evan. Jenny, who has been an avid dancer for more than 20 years and member of the Senior Follies dance troupe, claims to be Evan’s number one fan.

“You can really feel the energy and excitement in our community,” said Jami Sexton, community relations director at Anderson Place. “Families are printing t-shirts, baking cakes and hanging banners to support Evan. It has been a great way for our residents to stay connected to society, foster friendships and participate in pop culture.”

Anderson Place is hosting its third community viewing party of “So You Think You Can Dance” at 311 Simpson Road in Anderson on Wednesday, July 1 at 6:45 p.m. •

Anderson Place is an Emeritus Senior Living community. Emeritus Corporation is a national provider of assisted living and Alzheimer’s and related dementia care services to seniors. Anderson Place provides retirement, assisted living, skilled nursing and Alzheimer’s care services to local seniors. For more information, please contact Jami Sexton, Community Relations Director at (864) 261-3875.