Upcoming Events

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. 

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  • Caring for the Caregivers Education and Support Program Meeting

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    Address:
    220 Stoneridge Dr. Columbia, SC 29210 [Room 106 (First Floor)]
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    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides
    Join us as we come together to learn about resources in the community and share with one another about our experiences as caregivers.

  • Dementia 101 — January 7, 2026

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    Details:
    Alzheimer's / Dementia
    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides
    Dementia 101: The Basics is a comprehensive introduction to dementia including types, stages, symptoms, how to manage risk, navigate a diagnosis, current treatments and available support resources in...

  • Community Health Event in Walterboro — January 8, 2026

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    Address:
    280 Recreation Lane, Walterboro, SC 29488
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    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety
    The South Carolina Department on Aging will host a Community Health Event on January 8, 2026, at 280 Recreation Lane, Walterboro, SC 29488 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

  • Dementia 201 — Jan. 22, 2026

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    Alzheimer's / Dementia
    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides
    Dementia 201: Positive Interactions is a 90-minute class providing practical strategies for effective communication and problem-solving for people in our community supporting those living with...

  • Central Midlands RADAC Meeting — Jan. 27, 2026

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    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety
    The 2026 Regional Aging and Disability Advisory Committee Meetings are on the ground floor of the Central Midlands Area Agency on Aging building, located at 220 Stoneridge Dr. Columbia, SC 29210...

  • Local Senior Games Workshop — January 27, 2026

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    Address:
    7494 Parkland Road Columbia, SC 29223
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    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety
    The mission of Local Senior Games is to encourage recreational fitness and socialization to improve the wellness of seniors. Hosting a Local Senior Games can be a valuable tool towards this mission...

  • Powerful Tools for Caregivers Telehealth Class Series — Jan. 27, 2026

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    Address:
    502 West 5th North Street Summerville, South Carolina 29483
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    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides
    Powerful Tools for Caregivers Telehealth (PTC) class series is an ONLINE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend who has a...

  • Dementia 101: The Basics — January 28, 2026

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    Details:
    Alzheimer's / Dementia
    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides
    The Lancaster County Library will host Dementia 101: The Basics with Melissa Dalton, CDP Dementia Care Specialist for the South Carolina Department on Aging.

  • Respite Awareness Day 2026 — February 11, 2026

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    Address:
    1100 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29208
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    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety
    Respite Awareness Day is an event aimed at raising awareness about the importance of respite care for family caregivers.

  • Senior Lifestyle, Health & Home Expo — February 19, 2026

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    Address:
    121 Alexander Road West Columbia, SC 29169
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    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety
    The Senior Lifestyle, Health & Home Expo is Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the Stone River Event Hall, located at 121 Alexander Rd. West Columbia 29169. This is a free event for seniors. There is...

  • VAGAL SC Volunteer Training — February 20, 2026

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    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety
    The South Carolina Vulnerable Adult Guardian Ad Litem Program are seeking volunteers to advocate for those 18 years of age and older, with mental and/or physical impairments, who have been placed in...

  • VAGAL SC Volunteer Training — February 27, 2026

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    Details:
    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety
    The South Carolina Vulnerable Adult Guardian Ad Litem Program are seeking volunteers to advocate for those 18 years of age and older, with mental and/or physical impairments, who have been placed in...

  • VAGAL SC Volunteer Training — March 6, 2026

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    Details:
    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety
    The South Carolina Vulnerable Adult Guardian Ad Litem Program are seeking volunteers to advocate for those 18 years of age and older, with mental and/or physical impairments, who have been placed in...

  • South Carolina Senior Sports Classic — April 10, 2026

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    Health / Safety
    The South Carolina Senior Sports Classic takes place April 10- May 7 at various locations. Dates and venues are subject to change. Follow them on Facebook, Instagram and www.scseniorgames.com for up...