The South Carolina Department on Aging (SCDOA) welcomes the opportunity to share knowledge on aging, as well as the efforts of others to do the same in South Carolina. We are excited to inform others of these opportunities with our calendar of events. If your organization is hosting an event and would like to share the news on our calendars (SCDOA's agency website and GetCareSC), please complete the following submission form for review.
Upcoming Events
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Breeze Peer Support group- Midlands Group
Date:Address:301 Greystone Blvd. Columbia, SC 29210 (R.L. Bryan building)Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe Breeze Peer Support groups bring together people who are experiencing or have experienced SCI. Our support groups provide opportunities for our members to get out of the house, fellowship, meet... -
Breeze Peer Support group- Midlands Group
Date:Address:Grand Strand Medical Center 809 82nd Parkway Myrtle Beach, SCDetails:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe Breeze Peer Support groups bring together people who are experiencing or have experienced SCI. Our support groups provide opportunities for our members to get out of the house, fellowship, meet... -
Georgetown County Job Fair
Date:Address:Horry-Georgetown Technical College – Georgetown Center for Advanced Manufacturing (4003 South Fraser Street, Building 1000, Georgetown, SC 29440)Details:Education / GuidesThe Georgetown County Job Fair is Wednesday, February 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., located at the Horry-Georgetown Technical College — Georgetown Center for Advanced Manufacturing. The address is 4003... -
Able SC Empower Hour — Weekly Support Group
Date:Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyHave a disability? -
Breeze Peer Support group- Florence Group
Date:Address:900 E Cheves St. Florence, SC 29506Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe Breeze Peer Support groups bring together people who are experiencing or have experienced SCI. Our support groups provide opportunities for our members to get out of the house, fellowship, meet... -
Clemson ADRC event
Date:Address:2241 Atlas Road, Columbia, SC (C.R. Neal Dream Center)Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe Clemson University Aging and Disability Resource Center is hosting a health and resource fair February 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the C.R. Neal Dream Center, located at 2241 Atlas Road in... -
Lexington Community Health and Safety Fair
Date:Address:108 Park Rd., Lexington, SC 29072Details:Caregiving / FamilyHealth / SafetyThe Lexington Community Health and Safety Fair on March 1st from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Lexington Leisure Center (108 Park Rd., Lexington). LPC along with five other area churches will be... -
Dementia 101 — The Basics
Date:Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesThis is a virtual event that is offered the first Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. -
Disability Rights South Carolina presents: School to Life Transition 101
Date:Details:Education / GuidesThe Disability Rights of South Carolina hosts free, virtual sessions on important disability rights topics. These classes are free, open to the public, and will be hosted on Zoom. ASL and Closed... -
Older Workers Employment Week Job Fair
Date:Address:1260 LEXINGTON DR WEST COLUMBIA, SC, 29170 (Academic Center Room 143)Details:Education / GuidesSC Works and the South Carolina Department on Aging are hosting an Older Workers Employment Week Job Fair on March 12 from 1-4 p.m. -
Talk Medicare with Me Thursdays
Date:Details:Education / GuidesWelcome to Talk Medicare with Me Thursdays presented to you by The South Carolina Department on Aging State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SCSHIP). Join us for a Free Medicare Webinar where you... -
Can You Trust a Trust to Protect Your Assets
Date:Address:106 Hillpine Road Columbia, SC 29212Details:Education / GuidesLearn what a trust is, when you might need one, and how it is a beneficial tool to avoid Probate Court. It is vital to have a plan in place for your retirement years, have the proper documentation to... -
Dementia 201: Positive Interactions
Date:Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesDementia 201: Positive Interactions is a free, 90-minute, live webinar providing best practices for caregivers and loved ones of people living with dementia. -
Dementia 201: Positive Interactions
Date:Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyDementia 201: Positive Interactions is a free, 90-minute, live webinar providing best practices for caregivers and loved ones of people living with dementia. -
Making new friends, meeting new people
Date:—Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyFree training for people with disabilities. Create strong relationships through communication and problem-solving. Build your independent living skills! -
A Place at the Table
Date:Address:220 Stoneridge Dr Room 106 (1st Floor) Columbia, SC 29210Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyJoin Central Midlands Area Agency on Aging for a celebration of the Senior Nutrition Program! We will discuss the importance of eating a variety from all of the food groups. We’ll also learn how to... -
Caring for the Caregivers Education and Support Program Meeting
Date:Address:220 Stoneridge Dr. Columbia, SC 29210 [Room 106 (First Floor)]Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesJoin us as we come together to learn about resources in the community and share with one another about our experiences as caregivers. -
Parkinson's Symposium
Date:Address:1293 Plantation Drive Hardeeville, SC 29927Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyLiving with Parkinson’s can be challenging, but there are many things you can do to maintain and improve your quality of life. This program will provide you with information to help you find the... -
VAGAL SC Volunteer Training
Date:Address:1301 Gervais Street, Suite 350 Columbia, SC 29201Details:Education / GuidesBE THE VOICE!!! We are seeking volunteers to advocate for those 18 years of age and older, with mental and/or physical impairments, who have been placed in Adult Protective Services Emergency... -
2nd Annual AutismConnect Conference
Date:Address:1066 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia SC 29169Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyDDSN and CAN Announces 2nd Annual AutismConnect Conference