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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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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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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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 / GuidesDementia 201: Positive Interactions is a free, 90-minute, live webinar providing best practices for caregivers and loved ones of people living with dementia.
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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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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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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.