We provide support and resources for programs that help aging citizens and adults with disabilities live independently.
If you need help finding assisted living, transportation, financial assistance, or other services, please visit GetCareSC.com
The SC Vulnerable Adult Guardian ad Litem Program trains volunteers to serve as guardians ad litem for certain vulnerable adults. Follow the link above to learn more about the program and read about our next upcoming training on April 5.
On Wednesday, May 8, 2019, the South Carolina Department on Aging will host Senior Citizen Day in recognition of Older Americans Month. For more information - and to register, please click the link above.
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program and the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) program offer tax help to people who generally make $55,000 or less and particularly those who are 60 years of age and older. For more information on the programs or to find a VITA or TCE site near you, please click the link above. You will be exiting aging.sc.gov and redirected to a website maintained by the IRS.
The ElderCare Trust Fund supports small community-based programs throughout South Carolina that help seniors stay in their communities. Join us and help seniors stay in their homes by checking Line 28 of your 2018 South Carolina Income Tax Return and completing Form I-330. Remember: "It's not too late to check Line 28!"