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AARP South Carolina

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Join AARP South Carolina on Martin Luther King Jr. Day for a free film series at the Nickelodeon Theater in downtown Columbia. Experience three powerful films that explore civil rights, courage and the ongoing fight for equality. Registration is required; AARP membership is not.
As we wrap up 2025, AARP South Carolina is proud to reflect on the work we’ve done together with members, volunteers, and partners across the Palmetto State.
Scammers Increasingly Using Cryptocurrency ATMs in South Carolina
The kiosks—often located in gas stations, groceries or convenience stores—convert cash into difficult-to-trace digital currency. Growth in such scams has led to calls for legislation to better protect South Carolina consumers.
The South Carolina Public Service Commission (PSC) is reviewing settlements reached between Duke Energy Progress (DEP) and Duke Energy Carolinas (DEC) regarding their separate proposals to increase electric rates across the state.
AARP South Carolina partners with the Central Carolina Community Foundation’s One SC Fund to fight hunger and support food banks across the state.
As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older Georgians—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
Find upcoming election dates, registration deadlines and options for voting, such as absentee or early voting, or voting with a disability.
AARP has compiled a list of government, nonprofit and other aid available to help those affected by Hurricane Helene.
Did you miss a virtual class offered by AARP? Starting this month, you can access AARP South Carolina programming on your own schedule, using Learn On-Demand.
South Carolina residents can schedule new COVID-19 vaccine appointments or walk into a nearby pharmacy to get a shot. Here’s how to find an updated vaccine near you.
Technology doesn't have to be scary. Learning to use technology responsibly could dramatically improve your life, including the way you manage your money, avoid misinformation and manage your health. Join AARP SC for this series of classes to help you become more tech savvy.
Santee Cooper is proposing to add a surprise charge to your utility bill. Learn about the issue, read AARP's statement of opposition and learn how you can fight back.
Healthy Cooking In this virtual cooking series, Chef Veera Gaul conducts cooking demos and shares healthy recipes based on the Mediterranean Diet. Sessions Include:Meet the Chef (4:43)Intro. to the Mediterranean Diet (10:05)Southern Dishes Made Healthy (40:34)French-Inspired Healthy Eating (49:00)Nourishing Summer Sides (42:47)* Free access to course videos and recipes will be provided upon registration.
For veterans and military families going through medical care, a Fisher House can provide a place to stay and a shared sense of camaraderie. The Fisher House Foundation now has 94 houses across the U.S.
Get ready for the summer! Enter to win.
AARP South Carolina advocates for important issues to older South Carolinians. The 2024 legislative session has ended. Here's a recap of what we accomplished thanks to our volunteers and members.
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