South Carolina: State & Local Resources: Health: Disability.gov

2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember telephone number that connects people with important community services, including transportation options for people with disabilities.

Alzheimer's Association chapters provide information, programs and services, including support groups and educational workshops, to people with Alzheimer's disease, their family members and caregivers.

Supports brain injury prevention, research, education and advocacy.

Works to enhance the well-being and quality of life of persons with disabilities and their families.

Listing of community mental health centers and hospitals in many South Carolina counties.

Contact list for Department of Social Services offices throughout South Carolina.

Provides services to children and adults with disabilities and their families including: Pediatric Therapy, Early Intervention, Individual Specific Assistance, Equipment Loan Program, Kids Are Riding Safely and Information and Referral.

Works to ensure that people with seizures are able to participate in all life experiences and adocates for the prevention, control and cure of epilepsy through research, education, advocacy and services.

Information and resources about health insurance for infants, children and teens in South Carolina.

Indian Health Service's Nashville Area office supports tribal governments and urban Indian communities in the development and administration of comprehensive health care delivery systems that meet the needs of Indian people in all states throughout the Eastern and Southern U.S.

Form to fill out to apply for Medicaid in South Carolina. Medicaid can help South Carolina adults (18+) living at home who are aged, blind or disabled and who need help to pay for health care services that will allow them stay in their home.

Directory of mental health treatment facilities and support services in the state.

MS Society contact information. Chapters encourage personal empowerment with employment counseling, family programs, volunteer opportunities, and advocacy issues.

Works to improve the quality of life and treatment for people with mental illness. NAMISC's hotline number is 800-788-5131.

Operates a variety programs for individuals with disabilities, chronic illnesses or severe developmental delays.

Includes a guide to available resources for older adults, people with disabilities, their family members and caregivers in South Carolina.

Provides service coordination for individuals with autism, partnerships between school personnel and the parents of students with autism and networks of support.

Provides programs and services for South Carolinians with mental retardation and related disabilities, autism, traumatic brain injury and spinal cord injury.

Gives priority to adults, children and their families affected by serious mental illnesses and significant emotional disorders.

Provides leadership in advocating, funding and implementing initiatives which recognize the inherent dignity of each individual, and promote independence, productivity, respect and inclusion for all persons with disabilities and their families.

Personal and preventive health services are provided through more than 90 clinics statewide. These hands-on services are provided to maintain and improve health outcomes for children and adults.

A guide to benefits, supports and services for families raising children with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities in South Carolina. Document is in Word format.

Contact information for ILCs throughout South Carolina. ILCs provide people with disabilities advocacy and support services, including assistance with employment, transportation, housing, health care and living skills.

Partners for Health (Medicaid) is South Carolina's grant-in-aid program by which the federal and state governments share the cost of providing medical care for needy persons who have low income. Medicaid health care services include medical transportation.

Benefits and programs available include employment, housing and health services.

Provides quality education, advocacy and research for people with spinal cord injuries and their families.

Provides locations where veterans can apply for benefits or receive primary health care and mental health services.

Search

South Carolina

Page Actions

The Disability.gov Toolbox

Information by Topic

Information by State