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 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. -
Fairfield Lunch at the market — August 6, 2025
Date:Address:117 E Washington St. Winnsboro, SC 29180Details:Education / GuidesThe Fairfield Farmers and Artisans Market will be open August 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. located at 117 E. Washington Street in Winnsboro, South Carolina 29180. -
The Prevention Plan: Vital Planning for Healthy Older Adults
Date:Address:1 Pine Knoll Dr, Greenville, SCDetails:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetySecure your future and stay in control of life’s "what-ifs." -
The Prevention Plan: Vital Planning for Healthy Older Adults — August 12, 2025
Date:Address:1 Pine Knoll Dr, Greenville, SC 29609Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetySecure your future and stay in control of life’s "what-ifs." Take proactive steps to safeguard your assets, outline your healthcare wishes, and ensure peace of mind for yourselves and your loved ones... -
Talk Medicare with Me Thursdays - August 14, 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... -
Senior P.R.E.P. event — August 19 in Bluffton
Date:Address:868 Fording Island Rd Bluffton, SC 29910Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe South Carolina Department on Aging is having a Senior P.R.E.P. event on August 19 from 12 Noon to 3 p.m. at the Walgreens in Bluffton, located at 868 Fording Island Rd Bluffton, SC 29910. -
Working with Emergency Responders
Date:—Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyRegister for a free training in-person at the Columbia and Greenville Able offices on Tuesday, August 19 from 3-4:30 p.m. -
28th Annual Kids’ Day — August 20, 2025
Date:Address:1293 Old Highway 6 Cross, SC 29436Details:Caregiving / FamilyHealth / SafetyYou're invited to the 28th Annual Kids’ Day on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Cross High School Gymnasium in Cross, SC! -
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. -
Senior P.R.E.P. event — August 26, 2025 in Sumter
Date:Address:210 S Purdy St, Sumter, SC 29150Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe South Carolina Department on Aging is having a Senior P.R.E.P. event on August 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Birnie Hope Center, located at 210 S Purdy St, Sumter, SC 29150. -
Alzheimer's Resource Coordination Center Advisory Council Meeting — Sept. 2, 2025
Date:Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / 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... -
Dementia 101 — The Basics - Sept. 3, 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. -
SCSCIA's Superhero's in Motion 5K
Date:Address:1324 Pulaski St, Columbia, SC 29201-3082, United StatesDetails:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyGet ready to lace up your sneakers and unleash your inner hero! The Superheroes in Motion 5K is back by popular demand for its second exciting year. This event once again celebrates Spinal Cord Injury... -
Disability Rights South Carolina presents: Your Rights and Community Access
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... -
Talk Medicare with Me Thursdays - Sept. 11, 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... -
Adjusting and adapting to a disability
Date:—Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyBuild your independent living skills! -
Caring for the Caregivers Education and Support Program Meeting
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. -
Power of Attorney: Your Backup Plan for Life’s Plot Twists
Date:Address:750 Long Point Road, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyJoin us virtually via Zoom or in-person! -
Dementia 101 — The Basics - October 1, 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. -
Hire ME SC 10th annual Employer Summit — October 1, 2025
Date:Address:521 Michelin Rd, Greenville, SC 29605Details:Education / GuidesAnnouncing the Hire Me SC 10th annual Employer Summit, October 1, Greenville, SC, at the Michelin Conference Center. Early Bird Pricing is available now through July 15 with lesson tracks for...