Who do I call first for disability services in Richland 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 Richland County.

Is help available in Spanish in Richland County?

Yes. This Richland 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 Richland 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 Richland County, South Carolina

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Richland 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 Richland 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 Richland County

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

Able South Carolina ((803) 779-5121, Columbia)
Project SEARCH — Homewood Suites by Hilton (formerly Embassy Suites Columbia Greystone Conference Center) (Columbia). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — Lexington Medical Center Northeast (formerly MUSC Health Columbia) (Columbia). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of South Carolina. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Bryan Psychiatric Hospital Hall Inst — Child and Adolescent Services (803-898-1662, Columbia)
Columbia Area Mental Health Center — Behavioral Therapy Program (803-898-4800, Columbia)
G Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital (803-935-7143, Columbia)
LRC Substance Abuse and Behav Health — Behavioral Programs (803-740-9298, Columbia)
Cooperative Health Administrative Offices (803-733-5969, Columbia)
Eastover Family Practice (803-353-8741, Eastover)
Eau Claire Behavioral Medicine (803-252-0266, Columbia)
Eau Claire Family Dentistry at Monticello Road (803-733-5969, Columbia)
Columbia Chinese School Of South Carolina (IRMO)
Empowered Learning Academy (COLUMBIA)
Pendergrass Fairwold School (Columbia)
Sandhills School (COLUMBIA)
3 Generations Adult Day Care, Llc (803-881-0020, COLUMBIA). Adult day program
A & A Residential Care Facility (803-465-0907, COLUMBIA). Behavioral health agency
A Better Tomorrow Health And Wellness Services Llc (803-834-8272, COLUMBIA). Case management / support coordination
A Butterfly Journey Home Care Agency,Llc (803-451-0201, COLUMBIA). Respite care
Centerwell Home Health (803-731-2365, COLUMBIA)
Medical Services Of America Home Health (803-561-7680, IRMO)
Providence Home Health (803-343-5100, COLUMBIA)
Pruitthealth Home Health-Columbia (803-626-0089, COLUMBIA)

Statewide programs serving Richland County

These serve every county in South Carolina, including Richland 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

Other counties in South Carolina

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