Who do I call first for disability services in Kershaw County, South Carolina?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and South Carolina vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Kershaw County.

Is help available in Spanish in Kershaw County?

Yes. This Kershaw County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most South Carolina agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Kershaw County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Kershaw County, South Carolina

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Kershaw County, South Carolina. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Kershaw County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Kershaw County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Kershaw County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

The Arc of South Carolina. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Santee/Wateree Mental Health Center — Kershaw County Mental Health Clinic (803-432-5323, Camden)
Sandhills Medical Foundation- Bethune (843-334-7145, Bethune)
Sandhills Medical Foundation--Lugoff Baldwin Ave (843-335-8291, Lugoff)
Sandhills Medical Foundation, Inc - Admin Annex (803-335-8291, Camden)
Sandhills Medical, Camden Office (803-432-3447, Camden)
Pine Grove (ELGIN)
Advance Healthcare Services Llc (704-309-1320, ELGIN). Case management / support coordination
Advanced In Home Care Llc (803-677-4357, CAMDEN). In-home support
Alexacare Llc (803-420-1912, CAMDEN). In-home support
Caring For Aging Beauties Home Care Llc (803-572-0780, LUGOFF). In-home support
Amedisys Home Health Of Camden (803-713-9774, CAMDEN)
Musc Health At Home Kershaw (803-425-1182, LUGOFF)
Browns Transportation Services Llc (803-414-3383, ELGIN). Medical & accessible transport
Heartfelt Connections Healthcare Llc (803-563-7789, ELGIN). Medical & accessible transport
Lighthouse Transit (803-900-4020, LUGOFF). Medical & accessible transport
Rsw Med Llc (803-200-5443, ELGIN). Medical & accessible transport
Chestnut Ferry Court, Inc. (803-425-1845, Camden)
Stratton Homes (803-425-1845, Lugoff)
Cjr Adams & Associates Llc (803-427-4721, LUGOFF). Home-delivered meals
Patient Centered Healthcare Llc (803-420-1209, ELGIN). Home-delivered meals
Aftercare Home Medical Equipment Inc (803-438-5732, ELGIN). Medical equipment & supplies
Aftercare Medical Equipment & Supplies, Inc (803-438-5732, ELGIN). Medical equipment & supplies
Alala Llc (803-432-7700, CAMDEN). Prosthetics & orthotics

Statewide programs serving Kershaw County

These serve every county in South Carolina, including Kershaw County.

Center for Disability Resources. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights South Carolina (866-275-7273). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
South Carolina Developmental Disabilities Council ((803) 734-0465). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
South Carolina Assistive Technology Program (803-935-5263). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Family Connection of South Carolina (803-252-0914). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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