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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  • SC-Cater + Equip Virtual Reality Lab

    Date:
    July 27, 2024
    Address:
    1530 Wheat Street Columbia, SC 29205 (Children's Center at USC)
    Details:
    Education / Guides

    Come join us for loads of fun playing with different robots, drones, Virtual Reality (VR) headsets, and video games.

  • Lunch at the Market

    Date:
    July 31, 2024
    Address:
    117 East Washington Street Washington, SC 29180
    Details:
    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety

    Columbia, S.C. — The Fairfield Farmers and Artisans Market and Fairfield County Council on Aging is launching its first “Lunch at the Market” event in Winnsboro, South Carolina.

  • Midlands Community Resource Fair

    Date:
    July 31, 2024
    Address:
    2101 Walker Solomon Way Columbia, SC 29204
    Details:
    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides

    Come discover community resources at the Midlands Community Resource Fair on Wednesday, July 31 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Charles R. Drew Wellness Center, located at 2101 Walker Solomon Way...

  • Helping Older Adults prepare for Hurricanes

    Date:
    August 6, 2024
    Address:
    11 N Causeway Rd, Pawleys Island, SC 29585, USA
    Details:
    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety

    COLUMBIA, S.C. — Hurricane season is upon us in South Carolina and the Senior P.R.E.P. (Planning and Resources for Emergency Preparedness) program is coming to Walgreens in Georgetown County to help...

  • Lunch at the Market at Union County Farm and Craft Market

    Date:
    August 6, 2024
    Address:
    511 East Main Street Union, South Carolina 29379
    Details:
    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety

    The Union Farmers and Artisans Market is launching a “Lunch at the Market” event in Union, South Carolina on August 6.

  • Dementia 101 — The Basics - Aug 7th

    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.

  • 7th Annual Faith-Based Symposium

    Date:
    August 8, 2024
    Address:
    1260 Lexington Dr, West Columbia, SC 29170 (Midlands Technical College- Airport Campus)
    Details:
    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety

    Join the South Carolina Department on Aging for its 7th Annual Faith-Based Symposium on August 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in partnership with the South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health

  • Catawba Regional Advisory Council Meeting

    Date:
    August 8, 2024
    Details:
    Education / Guides

    The Regional Advisory Council (RAAC) meeting is held quarterly to enhance the leadership role of the Area Agency on Aging (AAA). The RAAC shall carry out advisory functions that further the AAA’s...

  • Caring for the Caregivers Education and Support Program Meeting

    Date:
    August 15, 2024
    Address:
    236 Stoneridge Drive Columbia, SC 29210 (Central Midlands Council of Governments)
    Details:
    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides

    Presented by Margo from Halcyon Hospice is having a Caring for the Caregivers Education and Support Program meeting.

  • Disability Resource Expo

    Date:
    August 25, 2024
    Address:
    424 Westfield Street, Greenville, SC 29601 (Kroc Center)
    Details:
    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety

    Discover a treasure trove of resources and connect directly with local service providers and state disability agencies at the first-ever Bridged Nonprofit Disability Resource Expo!

  • Dementia 101 — The Basics - Sep 4th

    Date:
    September 4, 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 - Sep 09

    Date:
    September 9, 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...

  • Dementia 201: Positive Interactions

    Date:
    September 12, 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.

  • SC Superheroes In Motion Walk, Run & Roll 5K or 1-mile

    Date:
    September 28, 2024
    Address:
    Maxcy Gregg Park 1806 Blossom Street Columbia, SC US 29201
    Details:
    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides
    Health / Safety

    South Carolina Spinal Cord Injury Association EventWalk, Run or Roll in our 5K or the 1-Mile option & be a Superhero.Every year in South Carolina about 350 people are injured with a Spinal Cord Injury...

  • Dementia 101 — The Basics - Oct 2nd

    Date:
    October 2, 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.

  • Catawba Area Agency on Aging Board of Directors Meeting

    Date:
    October 16, 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...

  • Caring for the Caregivers Education and Support Program Meeting

    Date:
    October 17, 2024
    Address:
    236 Stoneridge Drive Columbia, SC 29210 (Central Midlands Council of Governments)
    Details:
    Caregiving / Family
    Education / Guides

    Heartfelt Home Care is having a Caring for the Caregivers Education and Support Program meeting.

  • Dementia 101 — The Basics - Nov. 06

    Date:
    November 6, 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.