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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Brain Injury Friendly Art Class- 05-06-2025
Date:May 6, 2025Details:Education / GuidesEvent Details:
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Central Midlands AAA Dementia Dialogues Workshop - May 6, 2025
Date:May 6, 2025Address:5440 Augusta Road Lexington, SC 29072 [Lexington County Public Library]Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyDementia 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...
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Orangeburg County Mobile Intake- May 6-8
Date:May 6 — 8, 2025Address:1645 Russell Street, Orangeburg, SC 29115Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyHave you been impacted by Hurricane Helene? Do you need resources?
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Thriving on Your Own: A Guide to Solo Aging
Date:May 6, 2025Address:1501 Belle Isle Ave, Ste 110-11, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyJoin us in person or virtually via Zoom!
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Thriving on Your Own: A Guide to Solo Aging- May 6, 2025
Date:May 6, 2025Address:1501 Belle Isle Ave, Ste 110-11, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyWhether by choice or circumstance, going through aging without the traditional family support structure poses unique challenges. We will explore strategies for building a strong support network...
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Dementia 101 — The Basics - May 7, 2025
Date:May 7, 2025Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesThis is a virtual event that is offered the first Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m.
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Talk Medicare with Me Thursdays - May 8, 2025
Date:May 8, 2025Details: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...
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Central Midlands AAA Dementia Dialogues Workshop - May 13, 2025
Date:May 13, 2025Address:5440 Augusta Road Lexington, SC 29072 [Lexington County Public Library]Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaEducation / GuidesDementia 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...
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SCDOA Dementia Seminar Series
Date:May 13, 2025Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe South Carolina Department on Aging (SCDOA) Dementia Seminar Series will have Geriatric Psychiatry Expert Dr. Shilpa Srinivasan on May 13 from 1:30-2:30 p.m.
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Dementia 201: Positive Interactions- May 14, 2025
Date:May 14, 2025Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesSouth Carolina Department on Aging Dementia Care Specialist Tori Anderson will host Dementia 201: Positive Interactions May 14 from 4-5:30 p.m.
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Disability Rights South Carolina presents: Assistive Technology and Employment
Date:May 14, 2025Details: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...
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Caring for the Caregivers Education and Support Program Meeting
Date:May 15, 2025Address: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.
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Central Midlands AAA Dementia Dialogues Workshop - May 20, 2025
Date:May 20, 2025Address:5440 Augusta Road Lexington, SC 29072 [Lexington County Public Library]Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaEducation / GuidesDementia 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...
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Making time work for you
Date:May 20 — 21, 2025Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyFree training for people with disabilities. Create strong relationships through communication and problem-solving. Build your independent living skills!
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Senior P.R.E.P. event- May 20, 2025
Date:May 20, 2025Address:499 W. Rutledge Ave. Gaffney, SC 29341Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyThere will be a Senior P.R.E.P. event for May 20, 2025, at Senior Centers of Cherokee County, located at 499 W. Rutledge Ave. Gaffney, SC 29341. The event is from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and will have...
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Exploring the Unique Aspects of Powers of Attorney: Uncommon Types and Their Impact
Date:May 21, 2025Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyPowers of Attorney (POAs) are crucial tools in legal and financial planning, but not all POAs are created equal.
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Medicare Fraud Prevention- May 21, 2025
Date:May 21, 2025Address:220 Stoneridge Dr. Ste 106 Columbia, SC 29210Details:Education / GuidesJoin Central Midlands Area Agency on Aging for an informative session about avoiding scams. The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs will facilitate a fun and interactive presentation about...
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Independence: My Choices, My Life State Conference
Date:May 22, 2025Address:169 Laurelhurst Avenue Columbia, SC 29210Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe Independence: My Choices, My Life Conference is hosted by IMPACT SC which is South Carolina's statewide self-advocacy council for people with disabilities. IMPACT SC's purpose is to provide self...
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Central Midlands AAA Dementia Dialogues Workshop - May 27, 2025
Date:May 27, 2025Address:5440 Augusta Road Lexington, SC 29072 [Lexington County Public Library]Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaEducation / GuidesDementia 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...
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Senior P.R.E.P. event- May 29, 2025
Date:May 29, 2025Address:223 Hall Street, Society Hill, SC 29593Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyThere will be a Senior P.R.E.P. event for May 29, 2025, at the Society Hill Nutrition Center, located at 223 Hall Street, Society Hill, SC 29593. The event is from 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. and will have...