South Carolina Office on Aging

We provide support and resources for programs that help aging citizens and adults with disabilities live independently.

Find service providers for seniors, caregivers, and adults with disabilities

If you need help finding assisted living, transportation, financial assistance, or other services, please visit GetCareSC.com

Featured Programs & Initiatives

Help fund programs for seniors this tax season, remember, it's not too late to check line 28!

The ElderCare Trust Fund awards grants to non-profit organizations that create programs to help our state's seniors live in dignity at home. Only non-profit organizations are eligible to receive grants from the Fund. The ElderCare Trust Fund does not make awards directly to individuals. One hundred percent of donations go toward promoting and funding the Eldercare Trust fund and the programs that provide services to seniors.
SCDOA accepting Geriatric Loan Forgiveness applications

We are currently accepting applications for the geriatric loan forgiveness program. Successful applicants must meet certain criteria. This program is only for geriatric fellows.
VAGAL Training - Volunteers Needed

The Vulnerable Adult Guardian ad Litem (VAGAL) program within the S.C. Department on Aging is looking for new volunteers. If you or someone you know would be interested in volunteering to advocate for adults 18+ who are served by the program and have been abused, neglected, exploited, or are no longer able to provide care for themselves, please click on the link above to view upcoming training information.

Stay healthy during the holidays

Viruses tend to spread more commonly during fall and winter, especially the respiratory viruses that cause flu, COVID-19, and RSV illness. For many, gathering with loved ones to celebrate the holidays during this season is an important tradition. During this holiday season take action to prevent severe disease and follow these tips to stay healthy!

Stay healthy during the holidays