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
February 11 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Boiling Springs Library, 871 Double Branch Rd, Boiling Springs
Managing Money: A Caregiver's Guide to Finances
February 11 | 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Mauldin Library, 800 W Butler Road, Greenville
Effective Communication Strategies
February 13 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Town Square, 368 Fort Mill Pkwy, Fort Mill
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
February 25 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Portside at Grande Dunes, 901 Portside Drive, Myrtle Beach
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
February 27 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Myrtle Beach Manor, 9547 N. Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
February 27 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Horry County Memorial Library, 910 First Avenue South, North Myrtle Beach
Live Webinars
The Empowered Caregiver
A free live webinar series offered in partnership with Isaac Health and the North Carolina Chapters of the Alzheimer's Association
Thursday in February from 6:00-7:30 PM
View details and register (for individual courses or the entire series)
- February 6: Understanding Dementia and Foundations of Caregiving
- February 13: Supporting Independence
- February 20: Communication and Behavior Changes and Strategies
- February 27: Care and Support Services
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
Coastal Region: FebruaryMidlands Region: February
Upstate Region: February
Virtual Meetings
To register, click on a date or call 800.272.3900.Generation X, Y & ALZ Support Group
Meets monthly on 1st Sunday at 6:30 PM
February 2 | 6:30-7:30 PM
St. Michael's Monday Support Group
(hybrid: Zoom meeting offered concurrently with in-person meeting in Murrells Inlet)
Meets monthly on 1st & 3rd Mondays at 10:30 AM
February 3 | 10:30-11:30 AM
February 17 | 10:30-11:30 AM
Caregiver Support Group
Hosted by Respite Care Charleston
Meets monthly on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 7:00 PM
February 4 | 7:00-8:00 PM
February 18 | 7:00-8:00 PM
Spousal Caregiver Support Group
Meets monthly on 2nd Tuesday at 12:00 PM
February 11 | 12:00-1:00 PM
Coffee & Caregivers Group
Meets monthly on 3rd Saturday at 9:00 AM
February 15 | 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
February 13 | 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.
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.