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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Family Caregivers Virtual Event
Date:November 19, 2024Details:Caregiving / FamilyIn honor of National Family Caregiver Month, join us for an informative webinar and learn how to detect, prevent, and respond to fraud.
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Fall for Health Senior Expo
Date:November 21, 2024Address:421 Bush River Rd. Columbia, SC (Dutch Square Mall)Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyWho: The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation, Wellcare, South Carolina Cancer Alliance, 100 Black Men of Columbia Inc., and CenterWell Senior Primary Care
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The WELL
Date:November 21, 2024Address:1401 Washington Street Columbia, SC 20201Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyA 30-minute worship service targeted to appeal to people with cognitive difficulties, but also a mid-week worship service for everyone.
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The Art of Small Talk
Date:December 2, 2024Details:Education / GuidesThe art of small talk- Uncover new ways to communicate with people and share ideas.
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The Art of Small Talk
Date:December 3, 2024Details:Education / GuidesThe art of small talk- Uncover new ways to communicate with people and share ideas.
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Dementia 101 — The Basics - Dec 12th
Date:December 4, 2024Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyThis is a virtual event that is offered the first Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m.
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I/DD and Dementia Workshop
Date:December 4 — 6, 2024Address:2725 Banny Jones Ave, W. Columbia, SC 29170 [Babcock Center]Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaEducation / GuidesFoundation (2 day) Workshop $275 | Dec. 4 & 5 | 9 am - 4:30 pm Affiliated Regional Trainer Workshop $475 | As above, plus Dec. 6 | 9 am - 12 noon
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Caring for the Caregivers Education and Support Program Meeting
Date:December 5, 2024Address:236 Stoneridge Drive Columbia, SC 29210Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHome to Survive the Holidays When You Are Caregiving — Thompson Funeral Home, Mary Beth Lamey.Reservations are requested and lunch will be provided.
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DDSN 5th Annual Holiday Market
Date:December 5, 2024Address:3440 Harden Street Extension, Columbia, SCDetails:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesGet ready for an extraordinary holiday shopping experience on December 5, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3440 Harden Street Extension, Columbia, SC.
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The WELL
Date:December 19, 2024Address:1401 Washington Street Columbia, SC 29201Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyA 30-minute worship service targeted to appeal to people with cognitive difficulties, but also a mid-week worship service for everyone.
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Dementia 201: Positive Interactions - Jan 09
Date:January 9, 2025Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyDementia 201: Positive Interactions is a free, 90-minute, live webinar providing best practices for caregivers and loved ones of people living with dementia.