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 — September 9, 2026
Date:Address:205 Main Street Hardeeville, SC 29927Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesSouth Carolina Department on Aging Dementia Care Specialist Cameron Harrison will provide a Dementia 101 training on September 9, 2026, at the Hardeeville Senior Center, located at 205 Main Street... -
Dementia 201: Positive Interactions — September 10, 2026
Date:Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesDementia 201: Positive Interactions is a 90-minute class providing practical strategies for effective communication and problem-solving for caregivers and people in our community supporting those... -
Dementia Myths — September 12, 2026
Date:Address:115 W South 1st Street, Seneca SC 29678Dementia Myths explores common misconceptions about dementia and replaces them with current, factual information. This helps to minimize stigma and provides residents of South Carolina with the tools... -
Alzheimer's Resource Coordination Center Advisory Council Meeting — September 15, 2026
Date:Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesThe Alzheimer's Resource Coordination Center (ARCC) Advisory Council meetings serve as a platform for discussing and advising on initiatives and strategies related to Alzheimer's disease and related... -
Caregivers Reading Room Virtual Book Club — September 15, 2026
Date:Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesCaregivers Reading Room is hosted by Respite Care Charleston for caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia. It is an online space to read, reflect and connect with... -
Dementia 101: The Basics — September 15, 2026
Date:Address:167 South Irby St. Florence, SCDetails:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesA comprehensive introduction to dementia including types, stages, warning signs, ways to reduce risk, navigating a diagnosis, current treatments and resources available in our state. -
Dementia Care Education Series for Caregivers — September 16, 2026
Date:Address:2025 Ebenezer Rd. Suite H. Rock Hill, SC 29732Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesCommunication Strategies for Caregivers: Using our words to respond in difficult situations. Join us for a session on practical communication strategies to help caregivers respond to difficult... -
Dementia Myths — September 19, 2026
Date:Address:Sutton Branch Baptist Church 420 Sutton Branch Road Lugoff, SC 29078Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesExplores common misconceptions about dementia and replaces them with current, factual information. This helps to minimize stigma and provides residents of South Carolina with the tools and knowledge... -
Meet a Dementia Care Specialist — September 30, 2026
Date:Address:300 East Rutledge Avenue Gaffney, SC 29340Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyDrop in to meet your local Dementia Care Specialist who can answer your questions about dementia care and the latest on brain health. -
Dementia 101 The Basics — October 6, 2026
Date:Address:20 Wilborn Rd Hilton Head Island, SC 29926Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesThe Hilton Head Island Recreation Association, located at 20 Wilborn Rd Hilton Head Island, SC 29926 will host a Dementia 101 The Basics course on October 6, 2026 from 1-2 p.m. -
Meet a Dementia Care Specialist
Date:Address:300 East Rutledge Avenue Gaffney, SC 29340Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyDrop in to meet your local Dementia Care Specialist who can answer your questions about dementia care and the latest on brain health. -
Moments and Melodies: Understanding Dementia Together — October 17, 2026
Date:Address:2134 North Lake Drive Columbia, SC 29212Details:Education / GuidesAn event for Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists to learn about caring for those with dementia. Spend the morning learning from experts while earning CEUs. Sign up today! -
Open Mic Dementia Drop-in —December 9, 2026
Date:Address:255 Enterprise Boulevard Greenville, SC 29615Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesJoin the professionals from the Center for Success in Aging's Memory Health Program for a drop-in question and answer session. -
Alzheimer's Resource Coordination Center Advisory Council Meeting — December 15, 2026
Date:Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesThe Alzheimer's Resource Coordination Center (ARCC) Advisory Council meetings serve as a platform for discussing and advising on initiatives and strategies related to Alzheimer's disease and related... -
Alzheimer's Resource Coordination Center Advisory Council Meeting — March 9, 2026
Date:Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesThe Alzheimer's Resource Coordination Center (ARCC) Advisory Council meetings serve as a platform for discussing and advising on initiatives and strategies related to Alzheimer's disease and related... -
Alzheimer's Resource Coordination Center Advisory Council Meeting — June 8, 2027
Date:Address:1301 Gervais Street, Suite 350 Columbia, SC 29201Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesThe Alzheimer's Resource Coordination Center (ARCC) Advisory Council meetings serve as a platform for discussing and advising on initiatives and strategies related to Alzheimer's disease and related...