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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Hire ME SC 10th annual Employer Summit — October 1, 2025
Date:October 1, 2025Address:521 Michelin Rd, Greenville, SC 29605Details:Education / GuidesAnnouncing the Hire Me SC 10th annual Employer Summit, October 1, Greenville, SC, at the Michelin Conference Center. Early Bird Pricing is available now through July 15 with lesson tracks for...
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S.A.L.T. & Healthcare Ministries Community Health & Resource Fair — October 4, 2025
Date:October 4, 2025Address:119 Diamond Ln, Columbia, SC 29210Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyPlease mark your calendar for Word of God Church and Ministries International's Community Health & Resource Fair! This event will take place on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Word...
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Dementia 101 The Basics — October 7, 2025
Date:October 7, 2025Address:300 E South St. Union, SC 29379Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaEducation / GuidesSouth Carolina Department on Aging Dementia Care Specialist Melissa Dalton, CDP will provide an overview of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and the support resources available in our state.
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Fall for Health Senior Expo — October 7, 2025
Date:October 7, 2025Address:950 Jackson Avenue, Columbia, SCDetails:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyCelebrate the fall season with a day of wellness, community, and good vibes. From fitness demos to lifestyle tips, come gather with friends, connect with local vendors, enjoy interactive workshops...
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SCDOA Faith-Based Symposium — October 9, 2025
Date:October 9, 2025Address:8301 Parklane Road Columbia SC 29223Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe South Carolina Department on Aging (SCDOA) will host its 7th Annual Faith-Based Symposium Thursday, October 9, 2025, at the South Carolina Department of Archives and History, located at 8301...
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Columbia PD Faith & Blue — October 11, 2025
Date:October 11, 2025Address:201 Lake Murray Blvd, Irmo, SC 29063Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesThe Columbia Police Department hosts a Faith and Blue event each year to bring members of the faith community, police officers and neighborhoods together. We’ve been involved in the past and attended...
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Central Midlands Family Caregiver Support Program Subcommittee Meeting
Date:October 13, 2025Address:220 Stoneridge Dr. Columbia, SC 29210 (1st Floor Conference Room 106)Details:Education / GuidesThe Central Midlands Family Caregiver Support Program Subcommittee exists to support ongoing activities and new program development.
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Central Midlands Regional Aging and Disability Advisory Committee Meeting
Date:October 13, 2025Address:220 Stoneridge Dr. Columbia, SC 29210 [Room 106 (1st Floor)]Details:Education / GuidesThe 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...
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Empowering Employment
Date:October 14 — 15, 2025Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyBuild your independent living skills!
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For Better or Worse: Estate Planning Strategies When Your Spouse is ill
Date:October 15, 2025Address:2728 Sunset Blvd. (Highway 378) West Columbia, SC 29169 (Lexington Medical Park I- Auditorium)Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyJoin us virtually via Zoom OR in person!
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South Carolina Public Health Association Fall Conference — October 21, 2025
Date:October 21, 2025Address:91 Polo Road, Columbia, SC 29223Details:Alzheimer's / DementiaCaregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyGet Ready for the SCPHA Fall Conference...
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Caring for the Caregivers Education and Support Program Meeting
Date:October 23, 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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2nd Annual Race for the Ages 5K — November 1, 2025
Date:November 1, 2025Address:6071 St. Andrews Road, Columbia, SCDetails:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe South Carolina Department on Aging is hosting its 2nd Annual Race for the Ages 5K Run/Walk on November 1, 2025. This year's theme is Rockin' 5K and features an 80s inspired focus.
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South Carolina Respite Coalition Resource Fair — November 1, 2025
Date:November 1, 2025Address:65 University Parkway Bluffton, SC 29909Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesJoin the South Carolina Respite Coalition for the Lowcountry Respite Resource Fair on Saturday, November 1, 2025.
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South Carolina Respite Coalition Resource Fair — November 4, 2025
Date:November 4, 2025Address:1700 S Rutherford Drive Florence, SC 29505Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesJoin the South Carolina Respite Coalition for the Pee Dee Respite Resource Fair on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
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SC Department of Consumer Affairs Wednesday Webinar on Medicare Open Enrollment with SCDOA — Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Date:November 5, 2025Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyMedicare Open Enrollment for 2025 is October 15 to December 7. This is the time to make changes to your health and prescription drug plans. It also means you are likely getting lots of calls and...
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South Carolina Respite Coalition Resource Fair — November 6, 2025
Date:November 6, 2025Address:201 Columbia Mall Blvd. Columbia, SC 29223 [Suite 91]Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / GuidesJoin the South Carolina Respite Coalition for the Midlands Respite Resource Fair on Thursday, November 6, 2025.
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Virtual Family Caregiver Conference — November 6, 2025
Date:November 6, 2025Details:Caregiving / FamilyEducation / Guides📅 Calling all family caregivers! Join the South Carolina Department on Aging for a FREE Virtual Family Caregiver Conference on Nov 6, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Alliance for a Healthier SC — November 7, 2025
Date:November 7, 2025Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyThe Alliance for a Healthier SC is hosting their 8th Annual Live Healthy SC Conference on Friday, November 7, in Columbia. This year’s theme, “From Vision to Action: Shaping the Future of Health in SC...
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Is Probate Inevitable? How to Avoid the Hassle and Why You Probably Should
Date:November 11, 2025Address:106 Hillpine Road Columbia, SC 29212Details:Education / GuidesHealth / SafetyJoin us virtually via Zoom or in person!