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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Events

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  • Alzheimer's and You - the Unique Challenges of Alzheimer's and Other Dementias

    Date:
    May 2 — 30, 2024
    Address:
    1605 Harbor View Road, Charleston, SC 29412 (Martin Luther Lutheran Church)
    Details:
    Alzheimer's / Dementia
    Caregiving / Family

    This free, five-week course that covers five areas related to Alzheimer's and other dementias, including:*Dementia from the inside out*Communication*Stages of Dementia*Love Your Elder as Yourself

  • 2024 Senior Living Expo

    Date:
    May 16, 2024
    Address:
    698 W South 4th Street, Seneca SC 29678 (Shaver Center)
    Details:
    Education / Guides

    The 2024 Senior Living Expo will be held May 16 at the Shaver Complex in Seneca.

  • Lower Savannah Regional Aging Advisory Council (RAAC) Meeting

    Date:
    May 16, 2024
    Address:
    2748 Wagener Rd Aiken, SC 29801
    Details:
    Education / Guides

    The purpose of the Advisory Council is to advise and assist the Lower Savannah Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging (AAA) in planning, developing, promoting and coordination aging services in...

  • South Carolina Sports Classic State Games

    Date:
    May 16 — 18, 2024
    Details:
    Health / Safety

    The SC Sports Classic State Games (SCSC) is a 3-weekend competition in 20 sports for men and women 40 years old and older. The event has both ambulatory (standing) and non-ambulatory (sitting)...

  • Sensational Seniors Expo

    Date:
    May 17, 2024
    Address:
    300 Park Road Winnsboro, SC 29180
    Details:
    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety

    The Fairfield County Council on Aging is hosting a Sensational Seniors Expo on Friday, May 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. presented by Prime Tyme Riders & Two Men and a Grill.

  • Community Health Fair

    Date:
    May 18, 2024
    Address:
    2621 Clemson Road Columbia, SC 29229 (Killian Elementary)
    Details:
    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety

    The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is having a Healthy Me Healthy SC Health Fair on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

  • Medicaid Maverick- Navigating Your Complex Life Care Plan

    Date:
    May 22, 2024
    Address:
    104 Sunnydale Drive, Simpsonville, SC 29681 (Five Forks Library Meeting Room A)
    Details:
    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety

    Acknowledging the likelihood of mental or physical decline in your future, it’s crucial to recognize that if you don’t anticipate having the financial resources to cover $10,000 per month for long...

  • Senior P.R.E.P. event

    Date:
    May 28, 2024
    Address:
    1645 Cranium Drive Rock Hill, SC 29732
    Details:
    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety

    Senior P.R.E.P. program coming to Rock Hill

  • Community Health Fair

    Date:
    May 29, 2024
    Address:
    306 Flora Drive, Columbia, SC 29223 (Spring Valley Fitness & Wellness at the Katie & Irwin Kahn JCC)
    Details:
    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety

    There is a Health Fair on Wednesday, May 29 at the the Spring Valley Fitness & Wellness at the Katie & Irwin Kahn JCC from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

  • Health and Wellness Convention in Orangeburg

    Date:
    May 30, 2024
    Address:
    1326 Russell Street Orangeburg, SC (DORA Pavilion)
    Details:
    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety

    Orangeburg's Health & Wellness Agencies are coming together once a month to provide information and resources in one convenient place for the community. This event is open to the public.

  • Dementia 101 — The Basics

    Date:
    June 5, 2024
    Details:
    Alzheimer's / Dementia
    Caregiving / Family

    This is a virtual event that is offered the first Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m.

  • Dementia Dialogues

    Date:
    June 10 — 11, 2024
    Address:
    326 Stoneridge Dr. Columbia, SC 29210
    Details:
    Alzheimer's / Dementia
    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides

    Dementia 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...

  • Ombudsman Living Will Witness Training

    Date:
    June 15, 2024
    Address:
    236 Stoneridge Dr. Columbia, SC 29210
    Details:
    Education / Guides

    A living will state's one's preferences for care when one has a terminal condition or is permanently unconscious. If someone in a Long-Term Care facility or a hospital wishes to execute a living will...

  • Caring for the Caregivers Education and Support Program Meeting

    Date:
    June 20, 2024
    Address:
    236 Stoneridge Drive Columbia, SC 29210 (Central Midlands Council of Governments)
    Details:
    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides

    Bells Fleurs by Shon is having a Caring for the Caregivers Education and Support Program meeting.

  • Dementia 101 — The Basics

    Date:
    July 3, 2024
    Details:
    Alzheimer's / Dementia
    Caregiving / Family

    This is a virtual event that is offered the first Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m.

  • Central Midlands Regional Aging and Disability Advisory Committee Meeting

    Date:
    July 8, 2024
    Address:
    236 Stoneridge Drive Columbia, SC 29210 (Central Midlands Council of Governments)
    Details:
    Education / Guides

    The goal of the Regional Aging and Disability Advisory Committee (RADAC) meeting is to promote a positive experience of aging for older individuals, the disabled community, and their families. The...

  • Catawba Area Agency on Aging Board of Directors Meeting

    Date:
    July 17, 2024
    Address:
    917 Standard St. Rock Hill, SC 29730
    Details:
    Education / Guides

    The Catawba Area Agency on Aging Board of Directors meeting is held quarterly to enhance the leadership role of the Area Agency on Aging (AAA). The The Regional Advisory Council (RAAC) shall carry out...

  • Dementia 201: Positive Interactions

    Date:
    July 24, 2024
    Details:
    Alzheimer's / Dementia
    Caregiving / Family

    Dementia 201: Positive Interactions is a free, 90-minute, live webinar providing best practices for caregivers and loved ones of people living with dementia.

  • Dementia 101 — The Basics

    Date:
    August 7, 2024
    Details:
    Alzheimer's / Dementia
    Caregiving / Family

    This is a virtual event that is offered the first Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m.