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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VAGAL SC Volunteer Training — September 25, 2026
Date:September 25, 2026Address:1301 Gervais Street Columbia, SC 29201Details:Education / GuidesThe Vulnerable Adult Guardian ad Litem Program of South Carolina (VAGAL SC) is looking for dedicated volunteers to advocate for vulnerable adults, ages 18 and older, who are often victims of abuse...
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2026 Andrews Community Health Fair
Date:September 26, 2026Address:105 N. Morgan Avenue, Andrews SC, 292510Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyMiranda’s Senior Resource Center (MSRC), in collaboration with Roper St. Francis Healthcare, is pleased to announce an effort to host the 2026 Andrews Community Health Fair.
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GRACE Worship Service — September 27, 2026
Date:September 27, 2026Address:125 Sparkleberry Lane Columbia, SC 29229Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesGRACE is a 30-minute supportive worship service for individuals experiencing memory loss or cognitive change, together with a family member or caregiver. The service includes familiar hymns, Scripture...
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Empower Hour for People with Disabilities — October 1, 2026
Date:October 1, 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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Calhoun County Rural Veterans Claims Clinic — Oct. 2-3, 2026
Date:October 2 — 3, 2026Address:John Ford Community Center, 304 Agnes Street, St. Matthews, SC 29135Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyCalhoun County Rural Veterans Claims Clinic will host an event October 2 and October 3 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day.
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2026 Greenville Senior Expo (Free Event) — October 3, 2026
Date:October 3, 2026Address:506 South Pleasantburg Drive #105 Greenville, SC 29607Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyJoin us for a day of fun at the "A Medicare Moment" Greenville Senior Expo!
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Brewing Better Outcomes- networking event — October 6, 2026
Date:October 6, 2026Address:3372 Laurens Rd Greenville SC 29607Details:Education / GuidesAfter a year-long pause during our hospital expansion, we’re excited to announce the return of our monthly networking coffee series, Brewing Better Outcomes, at Encompass Health Rehabilitation...
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Dementia 101 The Basics — October 6, 2026
Date:October 6, 2026Address:20 Wilborn Rd Hilton Head Island, SC 29926Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesThe Hilton Head Island Recreation Association, located at 20 Wilborn Rd Hilton Head Island, SC 29926 will host a Dementia 101 The Basics course on October 6, 2026 from 1-2 p.m.
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The Grand Strand's Let’s Go Senior Expo! — October 6, 2026
Date:October 6, 2026Address:2250 Premier Resort Boulevard North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyLet’s Go Senior Expo! Connecting senior citizens to the businesses & services they need while making it a morning of food, fun, & fellowship
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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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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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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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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!