Local Program Calendar
Attend an education program in South Carolina
Learn about Alzheimer's disease, diagnosis, living with Alzheimer's and caregiving techniques at a public program by a trained presenter. If you need an in-home care sitter in order to attend a local educational program, learn how to access this service at no cost by calling the Alzheimer’s Association South Carolina Chapter at least 2 weeks in advance at 800-272-3900.To request a free educational presentation for a workplace or community group, please browse available topics and submit our interest form.
In-Person Programs
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
April 3, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Town Square, 368 Fort Mill Pkwy, Ft Mill
The Empowered Caregiver
Topics include: Foundations of Caregiving, Support Independence, Communicating Effectively, Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors, and Expanding Care and Support
April 4, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Appalachian Council of Governments, 30 Century Circle, Greenville
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
April 8, 11:20 AM - 12:00 PM
Bluffton Branch Library, 120 Palmetto Way, Bluffton
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
April 9, 5:30 - 6:30 PM
St. Helena Branch Library, 6355 Jonathan Francis Senior Rd, St Helena Island
Caring for the Caregiver
April 11, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Mauldin Library, 800 W Butler Road, Greenville
Live Webinars
The Empowered Caregiver
If you missed our live webinar series offered in partnership with Isaac Health in February, it's not too late to learn with us. Watch our recorded webinar series on demand.
- Understanding Dementia and Foundations of Caregiving
- Supporting Independence
- Communications and Behavior Changes and Strategies
- Care and Support Services Panel
On-Demand Programs
Take some of our most popular classes below on your own schedule or browse additional topics.
Attend a caregiver support group
Our caregiver support groups offer comfort, reassurance, practical advice and a community of people who are facing similar challenges. These meetings are for unpaid family members or friends caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease, another dementia or a related disorder. People who attend should be comfortable and open to discussing their experience in a group setting.Support group details are updated regularly and subject to change. Please note that our caregiver support groups are not appropriate for professionals or paid caregivers. If you need an in-home care sitter in order to attend a group, learn how to access a local sitter service at no cost by calling the Alzheimer’s Association South Carolina Chapter at least 2 weeks in advance at 800-272-3900.
In-person Meetings
Click to view PDF listings by region (updated 4/1/25)Virtual Meetings
To register, click on a date or call 800.272.3900.
Caregiver Support Group
Hosted by Respite Care Charleston
Meets monthly on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 7:00 PM
April 1 | 7:00-8:00 PM
April 15 | 7:00-8:00 PM
Generation X, Y & ALZ Support Group
Meets monthly on 1st Sunday at 6:30 PM
April 6 | 6:30-7:30 PM
Caregiver Support Group
Meets monthly on 2nd & 4th Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 AM
April 12 | 10:30-11:30 AM
April 26 | 10:30-11:30 AM
Younger-Onset Dementia Support Group
For those diagnosed with dementia age 64 and younger, plus care partners
Hosted by Duke Dementia Family Support Program
Meets monthly on 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 7 PM
View flyer for registration details.
April 8 | 7:00 PM
April 22 | 7:00 PM
Coffee & Caregivers Group
Meets monthly on 3rd Saturday at 9:00 AM
April 19 | 9:00 AM
Attend an early-stage program
Early-stage dementia programs are intended to provide a safe and positive environment for individuals who have a physician’s diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, another dementia, MCI (Mild Cognitive Impairment) or a related disorder. People who attend should be comfortable and open to discussing their diagnosis and symptoms in a group setting.
In-Person Connections Cafe: Early Stage Social Engagement Program
Meets monthly on the second Thursday at 2 PM
April 10 | 2:00 PM
The Upcountry History Museum
540 Buncombe St., Greenville, SC
Programs vary each month but typically include a short meeting, a tour of a current museum exhibition, and a hands-on activity time in the classroom. Admission is free for the diagnosed individual plus a guest.
Younger-Onset Dementia Support Group (Virtual Group)
For those diagnosed with dementia age 64 and younger, plus care partners
Hosted by Duke Dementia Family Support Program
Meets monthly on 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 7 PM
View flyer for registration details.
April 8 | 7:00 PM
April 22 | 7:00 PM
If you are looking for early stage programs in your area, please let us know that you are interested! Call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 or contact Debbie Schneider, Program Manager (deschneider@alz.org or 843.492.0472).
Join a local event
Join us for one of our signature events to raise awareness and funds to further the fight to end Alzheimer’s.
Ride to End ALZ® South Carolina
The best-supported cycling weekend of the summer now offers a Grand Tour (257 miles), a Half Tour (136 miles) and a monthlong Virtual Challenge.
The Longest Day®
awareness day on June 20, 2025
The Longest Day is a fun, flexible way to support the fight to #ENDALZ your way through sports, parties, baking or any activity that you love.
Walk to End Alzheimer's®
With 9 locations across SC, it's easy to be a part of the world's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research.