29th Annual DSC Diabetes Symposium

 

Pastides Alumni Center Columbia, SC | Friday, Apr 24 at 8:30 am EDT

This symposium is designed to update providers on current management and treatment guidelines for people with diabetes.

Contact info: Joye Louie, leejoy@musc.edu 

Join us for the 29th Annual Diabetes Symposium, a one-day program dedicated to bridging the gap between clinical theory and real-world application. With a theme of "From Guidelines to Practice," this year’s sessions are drawn directly from the latest ADA guidelines, featuring expert speakers who will demonstrate how to implement these standards in daily practice. Offering 6 hours of continuing education, the curriculum spans critical areas such as pharmaceutical management, renal care, and pregnancy. This event is an invaluable resource for South Carolina’s multidisciplinary care teams, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, endocrinologists, dieticians, CDCESs, social workers, and community health workers—who are committed to improving outcomes for people living with diabetes.

Register Here

 

South Carolina Dysphonia Support Group Hybrid Meeting March 21

•  Time - March 21, 2024 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm (GMT-04:00)
•  Location - Greenville ENT - Upper Entrance, 1 Doctors Drive, Greenville, SC 29605 OR Zoom

Please join us for a hybrid meeting on Thursday, March 21, 2024, from 4:00 – 5:00 PM EST.

For in-person attendees: CLICK HERE TO RSVP

For Zoom attendees: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER


If you are living with a voice disorder, you are not alone on this journey. Join us to learn more about spasmodic dysphonia and related voice conditions including muscle tension dysphonia, vocal tremor, and vocal cord paralysis/paresis. There is no cost to attend and refreshments will be served. Family and friends are invited. Discover a community that cares about you and your voice! 


This support group has been provider-led since its start in 2017. Greenville ENT and Dysphonia International prefer that support groups be led by patients for a host of reasons. A patient with personal experience of a chronic voice disorder is the ideal leader due to their innate ability to relate to other members of the group on a more personal level, and to choose meeting topics that feel most relevant to the group’s needs. We feel that a passionate patient leader will also be highly successful in growing the group and its reach. Our goal is to “pass the baton” to a patient leader by the close of 2024. If this sounds exciting, but intimidating, never fear! Dysphonia International will provide you with training and resources to help easily maintain the group, and will walk alongside you every step of the way. If you are interested in taking on the role of group leader, please contact Emily directly. 

Hosted by South Carolina Dysphonia Support Group Leader Emily Young | emily.young@greenvilleent.com

 

 

Hopes & Dreams Conference Schedule Now Available

 

Interested in the day's agenda? Visit our schedule page! More details and registration link are available on our conference page.

Meet our Keynote Speakers!

Morning Keynote Dr. Meghan Burke is a professor of special education at Peabody College at Vanderbilt University. Her research interests include family-professional partnerships, families of individuals with disabilities, and disability policy.  Learn more.

	Afternoon Keynote:          Steve Turner and Giving Tree Music's mission is to facilitate teamwork, respect, and the understanding that when we play together, we accomplish more than we ever could alone!  Learn more.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available!

Brain Injury Association of SC Newsletter

 

March is Brain Injury  Awareness Month! March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and stand with the millions of people affected by brain injury. This month, we invite you to take action by supporting the Walk, Run & Roll for Brain Injury Awareness, making a donation, or participating in one of our programs. See the ways you can get involved below. Less Than Three Weeks to Go! March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, and across South Carolina we’re coming together to raise awareness and support. With less than three weeks until the events, now is the time to sign up, invite friends, or make a donation. Every registration and every dollar raised helps BIASC in its mission to support BI survivors and their families. Three events. One mission. One community coming together. Register now for the event nearest you! Upstate At BIASC, we are creating a better future through brain injury prevention, research, education, and advocacy. Free writing toolkit with your Every Story Matters registration. A few spaces remain for Every Story Matters, a FREE creative writing workshop for brain injury survivors beginning March 18. Participants receive a free Every Story Matters Toolkit to support storytelling, reflection, and creativity throughout the workshop. Register today to secure your spot and be part of a supportive community that celebrates every voice.  Register Now! The South Carolina Youth Leadership Forum is a summer experience where you can become a leader for disability rights — all while having fun. The SC YLF is open to anyone 15–23 years old, who has a disability, shows leadership potential in school or their community, and lives in South Carolina. Apply now! Veteran Experience Action Center Veterans are invited to attend the Veteran Experience Action Center. This event is for veterans and family members interested in applying for veteran benefits or disability compensation. Learn more. March 19 – March 21 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. SCNG Armory 1328 Old Dairy Dr., Columbia, SC Meet BIASC’s Newest Board Member BIASC is excited to welcome Laura Shuman to the Board of Directors. A retired occupational therapist with more than 30 years of experience, Laura also brings a powerful personal perspective as a brain injury survivor. Her journey has strengthened her commitment to raising awareness, improving support for survivors, and advocating for better care and resources. Read more about Laura and her story. New Support Group Location Myrtle Beach Claire Chapin Epps YMCA 5000 Claire Chapin Epps Dr. Myrtle Beach, SC  3rd Thursday each month, 6 p.m. Contact: William Jollye 864-906-1158 or mbbiaofscinfo@gmail.com Find a support group near you. SC Assistive Technology Expo Join USC's Assistive Technology Program for a full day of exhibits and workshops showcasing assistive technology for people with a wide range of disabilities. Learn More March 10 • 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center 1101 Lincoln St. ABLE SC's Empower Hour brings together disabled individuals for peer networking. If you’d like to join, contact peersupport@able-sc.org or call 1-800-681-6805. Learn More Online every Thursday, 1–2 p.m. In person (Columbia and Greenville) on the 2nd Thursday from 3–4 p.m.

Proposal Deadline BIASC and the SC Brain Injury Leadership Council (SCBILC) are seeking presenters to lead discussions for professionals, survivors, and caregivers at the statewide Life with Brain Injury Annual Conference on Friday, July 24, 2026. Submit your proposal by March 5! BIASC Quick Links BI Survivor Resources Support Groups – Virtual and In-Person SC State Museum Accessibility Mornings 2026 Online BI Survivor Series Keep up with all the happenings on our calendar of events.

Community Sponsors enable BIASC to provide vital services and programs to individuals navigating life after brain injury. Find out how your organization can get involved. Copyright © 2026 Brain Injury Association of South Carolina, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website or at an event.

SC AT Expo March 10th-Session

Access to information. Access to communication. Access to independence. 

At the 2026 Assistive Technology Expo, vision and hearing professionals will discover innovative tools and strategies designed to remove barriers and expand opportunity for individuals who are Blind, Low Vision, Deaf, or Hard of Hearing. 

🦯 Innovations in Assistive Technology for Low Vision & Blindness 

Explore emerging tools including haptic and tactile interfaces, object recognition technology, audio-based 3D navigation apps, smart glasses, and smart speakers . 

👁 Top Eye Pathologies & AT for Activities of Daily Living 

Learn how to match specific visual conditions with targeted assistive devices that enhance reading, mobility, and independence . 

🤝 Interprofessional Practice in AT 

Hear directly from vision, hearing, OT, PT, and SLP specialists on how collaborative AT implementation improves student outcomes . 

🎶 Designing Joyful Learning Experiences for Children with Complex Needs 

Gain strategies for supporting learners with dual sensory differences using multisensory, accessible literacy tools. 

Whether you serve infants through adults, school systems, rehabilitation settings, or community programs — these sessions offer practical solutions you can use.

And this invitation extends beyond professionals. 

Please share with: 

• Individuals who are Blind or Low Vision 

• Individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing 

• Seniors experiencing vision or hearing loss 

• Families supporting loved ones with sensory differences 

The Vendor Hall will display tools that enhance independence, communication, and daily living. When access improves, opportunity expands.

Please see the attached full session list (speakers and bios) to choose your sessions and pay close attention to the CEU guide on the last page. Our last Expo Highlight will be sessions tailored specifically for:  

• Occupational & Physical Therapists (Monday) 

Stay tuned — there is something here for you.  

Invite a friend or neighbor.  Sare the invitation.  Join us. 

Thank you to the following sponsors: