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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Senior P.R.E.P. event- May 20, 2025
Date:Address:499 W. Rutledge Ave. Gaffney, SC 29341Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyThere will be a Senior P.R.E.P. event for May 20, 2025, at Senior Centers of Cherokee County, located at 499 W. Rutledge Ave. Gaffney, SC 29341. The event is from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and will have... -
Exploring the Unique Aspects of Powers of Attorney: Uncommon Types and Their Impact
Date:Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyPowers of Attorney (POAs) are crucial tools in legal and financial planning, but not all POAs are created equal. -
Independence: My Choices, My Life State Conference
Date:Address:169 Laurelhurst Avenue Columbia, SC 29210Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe Independence: My Choices, My Life Conference is hosted by IMPACT SC which is South Carolina's statewide self-advocacy council for people with disabilities. IMPACT SC's purpose is to provide self... -
Central Midlands AAA Dementia Dialogues Workshop - May 27, 2025
Date:Address:5440 Augusta Road Lexington, SC 29072 [Lexington County Public Library]Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaEducation / GuidesDementia Dialogues is an evidence-informed, nationally registered, intervention training program designed to educate community members and caregivers the signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and... -
Senior P.R.E.P. event- May 29, 2025
Date:Address:223 Hall Street, Society Hill, SC 29593Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyThere will be a Senior P.R.E.P. event for May 29, 2025, at the Society Hill Nutrition Center, located at 223 Hall Street, Society Hill, SC 29593. The event is from 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. and will have... -
Dorchester County Hurricane Expo- May 31, 2025
Date:Address:200 Renken Rd, Summerville, SC 29485Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyDorchester County is hosting the Hurricane Expo on Saturday, May 31st from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Ashley River Park (200 Renken Rd, Summerville, SC 29485). -
6th Annual Midlands Family Expo- Sunday, June 1, 2025
Date:Address:1101 Lincoln Street, Columbia, SC 29201Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesJoin us for the Midlands Family Expo presented by Flight Adventure Park on Sunday, June 1st from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center! Learn about local resources & kid... -
Dementia 101 — The Basics - June 4, 2025
Date:Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesThis is a virtual event that is offered the first Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. -
Central Midlands Family Caregiver Support Program Subcommittee Meeting
Date:Address:220 Stoneridge Dr. Columbia, SC 29210 (Room 106, First Floor)Details:Health / SafetyThe Central Midlands Family Caregiver Support Program Subcommittee exists to support ongoing activities and new program development. -
Disability Rights South Carolina presents: First-Party Special Needs Trusts, Pooled Trusts, and ABLE Accounts
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... -
Alzheimer's Resource Coordination Center Advisory Council Meeting- 06-17-2025
Date:Address:1301 Gervais Street, Suite 350 Columbia, SC 29201Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaEducation / GuidesThe Alzheimer's Resource Coordination Center (ARCC) Advisory Council meeting serves as a platform for discussing and advising on initiatives and strategies related to Alzheimer's disease and related... -
Managing your money
Date:—Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyFree training for people with disabilities. Create strong relationships through communication and problem-solving. Build your independent living skills! -
Role Reversal : Balancing Caregiving and Planning Ahead for What’s Next
Date:Address:801 N Lake Dr, Lexington, SC 29072Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyJoin us in person or virtually via Zoom! -
Caring for the Caregivers Education and Support Program Meeting- June 26, 2025
Date:Address:220 Stoneridge Dr. Columbia, SC 29210 [Room 106 (First Floor)]Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesJoin us as we come together to learn about resources in the community and share with one another about our experiences as caregivers. -
Dementia 101 — The Basics - July 2, 2025
Date:Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesThis is a virtual event that is offered the first Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. -
For Better or Worse: Estate Planning Strategies When Your Spouse is ill
Date:Address:220 Pinckney Colony Rd, Bluffton, SC 29909Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyJoin us in person or virtually via Zoom! -
Talk Medicare with Me Thursdays - July 10, 2025
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... -
How can I advocate?
Date:—Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyRegister for a free training in-person at the Columbia and Greenville Able offices on Tuesday, July 15 from 3-4:30 p.m. -
VAGAL SC Volunteer Training- July 18, 2025
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... -
Dementia 101 — The Basics - August 6, 2025
Date:Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesThis is a virtual event that is offered the first Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m.