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
Events
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11th Annual Hire Me SC Employer Summit — October 7, 2026
Date:October 7, 2026Address:South Lake Access Road, Jenkinsville, SCDetails:Education / GuidesWhat: 11th Annual Hire Me SC Employer SummitWhen: October 7, 2026 @ Dominion Energy, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.Where: VC Summer Nuclear Learning Center, South Lake Access Road, Jenkinsville, SCOne in three...
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Dementia 101: The Basics - webinar — October 7, 2026
Date:October 7, 2026Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyProviding a comprehensive overview of dementia including types of dementia, warning signs, risk factors, navigating a diagnosis, treatments and support resources available. This is free and all are...
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Meet a Dementia Care Specialist
Date:October 7, 2026Address: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.
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2026 Anderson Senior Expo (Free Event) — October 8, 2026
Date:October 8, 2026Address:3027 Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard Anderson, SC 29625Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyJoin us for a day of fun at the "A Medicare Moment" Anderson Senior Expo! 2027 Medicare Plan Information!
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Empower Hour for People with Disabilities — October 8, 2026
Date:October 8, 2026Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyEmpower Hour! Have a disability? Empower Hour is led by your peers. If you’d like to join, contact peersupport@able-sc.org or call 1-800-681-6805. To make a request for accommodation based on...
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Free Legal Clinic Series For Veterans (Charleston) — October 8, 2026
Date:October 8, 2026Address:6450 Rivers Avenue North Charleston, SC 29406Details:Education / GuidesOn the second Thursday of each month, South Carolina Legal Services attorneys come to the VA Clinic to provide general information about various civil legal issues that affect veterans' well-being.
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Veteran Stand Down for Homelessness
Date:October 8, 2026Address:5001 Coliseum Dr, North Charleston, SC 29418Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe Veteran Stand Down for Homelessness event will honor our veterans with a day of resources and connection, bringing together veterans and community partners to promote wellness and housing...
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Community Shred Event — October 9, 2026
Date:October 9, 2026Address:2025 Ebenezer Rd., Rock Hill, SC 29732Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyJoin the Catawba Area Agency on Aging, SHIP, and SMP for a free Community Shred Event.
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Central Midlands Family Caregiver Support Program Subcommittee Meetings — October 13, 2026
Date:October 13, 2026Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesThe 2026 Family Caregiver Support Program Subcommittee Meetings are on the ground floor of the Central Midlands Area Agency on Aging building, located at 220 Stoneridge Dr. Columbia, SC 29210...
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Central Midlands RADAC Meeting — October 13, 2026
Date:October 13, 2026Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe 2026 Regional Aging and Disability Advisory Committee Meetings are on the ground floor of the Central Midlands Area Agency on Aging building, located at 220 Stoneridge Dr. Columbia, SC 29210...
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Empower Hour for People with Disabilities — October 15, 2026
Date:October 15, 2026Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyEmpower Hour! Have a disability? Empower Hour is led by your peers. If you’d like to join, contact peersupport@able-sc.org or call 1-800-681-6805. To make a request for accommodation based on...
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Guardians of Trust — October 15, 2026
Date:October 15, 2026Address:7435 Monticello Rd, Columbia, SC 29203Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyJoin the event Guardians of Trust: Building Safe & Supportive Connections in Later Life hosted by the South Carolina Elder Justice Network and the South Carolina Legal Services.This free community...
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Talk Medicare With Me Thursdays — October 15, 2026
Date:October 15, 2026Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyJoin us on Thursdays for a free Medicare webinar where we discuss everything related to Medicare in a casual and informative setting.
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Age Ready Series — October 17, 2026
Date:October 17, 2026Address:5306 N Main St, Columbia, SC 29203Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe University of South Carolina College of Social Work is partnering with local organizations and offices to bring easy-to-understand and accessible information to help older adults and caregivers...
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Moments and Melodies: Understanding Dementia Together — October 17, 2026
Date:October 17, 2026Address: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!
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Charleston Fall Senior Expo — October 20, 2026
Date:October 20, 2026Address:7000 Rivers Avenue North Charleston, SC 29406Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyJoin the fun! Attend our FREE Senior Expo on Tuesday, October 20, at Trident Tech College and connect with local organizations dedicated to helping seniors & their families. Prize drawings...
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Energy Assistance Community Day — October 21, 2026
Date:October 21, 2026Address:1404 Springfield Rd, Springfield, SC 29146Details:Education / GuidesDominion Energy is hosting an Energy Assistance Community Day on October 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Springfield Goodland Community Center where community organizations will provide resources and...
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Myrtle Beach Seniors Fair — October 21, 2026
Date:October 21, 2026Address:800 Gabreski Lane Myrtle Beach, SC 29577Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyMyrtle Beach seniors and their families are invited to connect with valuable resources at the upcoming Seniors Fair hosted by the City of Myrtle Beach’s Senior Advisory Committee. The free fair takes...
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Seniors Day at the SC State Fair
Date:October 21, 2026Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe South Carolina State Fair takes place from October 15 through October 25, 2026. Senior Day is being observed on October 21, 2026.
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Empower Hour for People with Disabilities — October 22, 2026
Date:October 22, 2026Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyEmpower Hour! Have a disability? Empower Hour is led by your peers. If you’d like to join, contact peersupport@able-sc.org or call 1-800-681-6805. To make a request for accommodation based on...