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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Dementia 101: The Basics — August 19, 2026
Date:Address:1401 Washington Street Columbia, SC 29201Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesTori Anderson, Dementia Care Specialist Program Manager for the South Carolina Department on Aging will present this comprehensive introduction to dementia including types, stages, warning signs, ways... -
Household Disaster Preparedness Event — August 19, 2026
Date:Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyFree virtual webinar on household disaster preparedness in partnership with the South Carolina Emergency Management Division. Learn practical steps you can take to prepare for disasters and protect... -
Back to Work Program — August 20, 2026
Date:Details:Education / GuidesThe Back to Work Program is an intensive job readiness bootcamp that assists individuals who are transitioning back into the workforce. Classes take place over the course of three weeks (two classes... -
CFHA Bone Loss & Injury Prevention — August 20, 2026
Date:Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe Center for Healthy Aging at MUSC is excited to announce our August speaker: Michael Sole, MS, LAT, ATC, CSCS, Health, Wellness, and Human Performance ICCE, from the MUSC Wellness Institute. Dr... -
Empower Hour for People with Disabilities — August 20, 2026
Date:Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyEmpower Hour! Have a disability? Empower Hour is led by your peers. If you’d like to join, contact peersupport@able-sc.org or call 1-800-681-6805. To make a request for accommodation based on... -
Talk Medicare with Me Thursdays — August 20, 2026
Date:Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyJoin us on Thursdays for a free Medicare webinar where we discuss everything related to Medicare in a casual and informative setting. -
Free Legal Clinic Series For Veterans (Myrtle Beach) — August 21, 2026
Date:Address:1800 Airpark Drive Myrtle Beach, SC 29577Details:Education / GuidesOn the third Friday of each month, South Carolina Legal Services attorneys come to the VA Clinic to provide general information about various civil legal issues that affect veterans' well-being. They... -
Greenwood County Free Food Distribution- Hodges — August 21, 2026
Date:Address:415 Riley Road Hodges, SC 29653Details:Health / SafetyGreenwood County Free Food Distribution, Little River Multicultural Center. No paperwork to fill out. Food items are first-come/first serve. No need to get out of your car. One dry food box and one... -
Senior Movie Morning — August 21, 2026
Date:Address:200 Sunset Drive, West Columbia, SC 29172Details:Education / GuidesThe Senior Movie Morning takes place on Friday, August 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the South Congaree-Pine Ridge Branch Library located at 200 Sunset Drive, West Columbia, SC. -
Signature Concert — August 21, 2026
Date:Address:203 Old Chapin Rd, Lexington, SC, United States, South Carolina 29072Details:Education / GuidesExperience the exciting activities and welcoming community you’ve been dreaming of at Deepwood Estates. Join us for our August Concert, featuring the BMuzick Band, who will be playing your favorite... -
Community Health & Wellness Fair — August 22, 2026
Date:Address:111 E Main St Timmonsville, 29161Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyN.U. Vision Community Connection Foundation is hosting their 4th Community Health & Wellness Fair. -
Mama's Girls Caregiving-Focused Play — August 22, 2026
Date:Address:763a Fashion Drive Columbia, SC 29223Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyMama's Girls, a caregiving-focused stage play that brings families together through storytelling, humor, and heart. Attendees can learn about AARP caregiving resources and reflect on ways to support... -
North Augusta Project Life Drive Thru Food Line — August 22, 2026
Date:Address:1518 Edgefield Road North Augusta, SC 29860Details:Health / SafetyThe North Augusta Project Life Drive Thru Food Line is scheduled the fourth Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. until noon at Newlife Church, located at 1518 Edgefield Road North Augusta, SC 29860. -
BRIDGED Nonprofit's Third Annual Disability Resource Expo — August 23, 2026
Date:Address:1 Exposition Dr, Greenville, SC 29607Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyWhether you are a family with a new diagnosis, an educator supporting students with disabilities, a disabled individual looking for community, or a caregiver planning for the future, this event is for... -
Back to Work Program — August 25, 2026
Date:Details:Education / GuidesThe Back to Work Program is an intensive job readiness bootcamp that assists individuals who are transitioning back into the workforce. Classes take place over the course of three weeks (two classes... -
Get the Skills: Free Monthly Trainings for People With Disabilities, From People with Disabilities — August 25, 2026
Date:Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyGet the Skills with Able SC! -
Free Legal Clinic Series For Veterans (Columbia) — August 26, 2026
Date:Address:6439 Garners Ferry Road Columbia, SC 29209Details:Education / GuidesOn the third Friday of each month, South Carolina Legal Services attorneys come to the VA Clinic to provide general information about various civil legal issues that affect veterans' well-being. -
Get the Skills: Free Monthly Trainings for People With Disabilities, From People with Disabilities — August 26, 2026
Date:Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyGet the Skills with Able SC! -
Memory Cafe — August 26, 2026
Date:Address:313 S. White Street Lancaster, SC, 29720Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesMemory Cafe for those living with memory loss and their care partners. Join us for a monthly social gathering: "Until Next Time" Memory Cafe. Stay connected, meet others on a similar journey, laugh... -
Back to Work Program — August 27, 2026
Date:Details:Education / GuidesThe Back to Work Program is an intensive job readiness bootcamp that assists individuals who are transitioning back into the workforce. Classes take place over the course of three weeks (two classes...