Table of Contents

Addiction
AIDS/HIV Resources
Assistance with Paperwork / Technology
Clothing / Furniture
Dental Services
Disability Resources
A. Children
B. Adult/Elderly
Domestic Violence
Elderly and Aging Resources
A. Senior Subsidized Housing
B. Other
Employment
Ex-Offender
Financial Assistance
Food Assistance
Health Care Services
Home Repair
Housing
Human Trafficking
LGBTQIA+
Mental Health
A. Adult
B. Child
Mentoring Services
Mobile Devices (Cell Phones)
Parent / Family Services
Pregnancy Services
A. Family Planning
B. Newborn
Prescription Medication Assistance
Sexual Assault
Shelters / Transitional Housing
A. Emergency Shelters
B. Shelters for Women and Families / Foster Care
C. Transitional Housing
D. Veteran’s Emergency / Transitional
Shower and Laundry Services
Transportation
Trauma Services
Veteran Services
Vision
Worship Services
Addiction / Substance Use Disorder
1. Alcoholics Anonymous, Greater Columbia Intergroup
 3014 Devine St, Room 103, Columbia, SC 29205
 Helpline: (803) 254-5301
 Greater Columbia Intergroup - Greater Columbia Intergroup (aacolumbia.org)
 Additional link for meeting locations, times, and events:
https://alcoholicsanonymous.com/aa-meetings/south-carolina/columbia-south-
carolina/
 List of meeting locations and times, events, and resources for those experiencing
alcohol addiction.
2. Columbia Metro Treatment Center
 560 Chris Dr, West Columbia, SC 29169
 New Patients: (877) 284-7074
 Medication-assisted treatment (methadone, buprenorphine, suboxone),
counseling, medically supervised withdrawal, medical exams, convenient
outpatient services, referrals, confidentiality. Accepts Medicaid and Medicare.
3. Crossroads of Columbia
 1421 Bluff Rd, Columbia, SC 29201
 (800) 805-6989
 Methadone/medication-assisted treatment, counseling, accessible, convenient, and
comprehensive care. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial/ private
insurance.
4. LARADAC
 Richland: 2711 Colonial Dr, Columbia, SC 29203
o (803) 726-9300
 Lexington: 1068 South Lake Dr, Lexington, SC 29073
o (803) 726-9400
 Referrals | LRADAC
 Treatment, detox, and prevention programs for adults, teens, and youth.
5. Morris Village Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Center
 610 Faison Dr, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 935-7100
 Evaluation, medical stabilization, detoxification and inpatient treatment services
for adults over 18. A part of the SC DMH system.
6. South Carolina Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services (SC DAODAS)
 1801 Main St, 12th Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 896-5555
 Offers education, prevention, treatment, and recovery services, working with a
range of public and private service providers.
7. South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation – The Palmetto Center
 1709 Stokes Rd, Florence, SC 29501
 (843) 662-9378
  Serves Vocational Rehab consumers with a full range of vocational treatment
services for people whose employment is prevented or jeopardized by substance
abuse or dependence.
 Must be a VR consumer, be tested for TB, and be opioid, stimulant, depressant,
and hallucinogen free for at least 10 days, or alcohol, cocaine, methamphetamine,
and marijuana free for three days.
8. The Courage Center
 Richland: 1535-D Broad River Rd, Columbia, SC 29210
 Lexington: 860 Park Rd, Lexington, SC 29072
 Orangeburg: 950 Holly St, Orangeburg, SC 29115
 (803) 369-3905
 Peer recovery support, no cost meetings, harm reduction van, CPSS training, teem
services, young adult services, family services, sober social events, life skills
training, and alternative peer groups.
9. Three Rivers Behavioral Health
 2900 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169
 Main Phone: (803) 796-9911
 No-Cost Assessment: (866)-796-9911
 Adult psychiatric program for chemical dependency related issues and co-
occurring disorders, adult chemical dependency outpatient program, specialty
programs.
10. William S. Hall Psychiatric Institute
 220 Faison Dr, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 898-1662
 Cognitive behavioral therapy, inpatient addiction treatment, co-occurring disorder
treatment for young adults under 21. Accepts Medicaid and private insurance,
additional payment options available. A part of the SC DMH system.
AIDS/HIV Resources
1. Acercamiento Hispano de Carolina del Sur/SC Hispanic Outreach
 827 WildWood Avenue Ste 200
 (803) 419-5112
2. Joseph H. Neal Health Collaborative
 1411 Barnwell St, Suite 1, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 386-0476
 Free HIV/STI/Hep C testing, referrals, and health insurance enrollment assistance
3. Palmetto AIDS Life Support Services (PALS)
 2638 Two Notch Rd, Suite 108, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803)779-7257
 Free confidential HIV testing, as well as other STI screening, as well as
vaccinations for Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B. Housing case management,
community-based HIV/STI counseling, testing, and referral services,
comprehensive risk counseling services, client advocacy, support groups,
education about contraceptives, emergency financial assistance for housing issues,
emergency food pantry, transportation assistance through targeted programs.
4. Planned Parenthood
  2712 Middleburg Dr, Suite 107, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 256-4908
 HIV/STI testing, HIV education, referrals, prevention, and prescriptions. Accepts
Medicaid.
5. Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program
 Home | Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program (hrsa.gov)
 Primary medical care, medications, and essential support services for low-income
people with HIV
 Free HIV testing
6. SC Department of Health and Environmental Control
 Main Office 2000 Hampton St, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 576-2980 *call for appointment
 8:30-5pm
 Provides STD/STI services.
7. SC HIV/AIDS Counsel
 1813 Laurel St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 254-6644
 Many programs aimed to education and increase accessibility to HIV/AIDS
information and services.
 Elite Society of the Undetectables, Palmetto Project – Affordable Care Act, Ryan
Whie Emerging Communities – Part B, Ryan White AIDS Drug Assistance
Program (ADAP), Ryan White Supplemental Funds – Part B, Ryan White Special
Projects, Focus – Hep C, Project Preplan, New Directions, HIV Prevention
Projects for YMSM and Transgender Persons of Color, SCDHEC HIV Prevention
Category 1, SCDHEC Expanded Testing and Syphilis, Project P.A.C.T., Healthy
Connections, NBLCA “Sound the Alarm Hep C in Counties” - 5 City Southern
Initiative.
8. The South Carolina AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP)
 1-800-856-9954
 AIDS/STD Hotline: 1-800-322-2437
 Direct Dispensing Program: 3rd Floor, Mills Jarret Box 101106, Columbia, SC
29211
 Financial assistance for medications for STIs and HIV.
9. UofSC Supportive Housing Services
 1325 Laurel St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 343-3437
 HIV Case Management
10. Columbia Housing Authority (CHA)
 1917 Harden St, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 254-3886
 Provides Tenant Based Rental Assistance to persons with HIV/AIDS
 https://www.columbiahousingsc.org
11. The Cooperative Ministries
 3821 W Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 799-3853
  Provides short term rent, mortgage and utility assistance and supportive services
for persons with HIV/AIDS
 https://www.coopmin.org
Assistance with Paperwork / Technology
1. SC Thrive
 Scthrive.org
 (803) 726-8774
 Helps apply for: Medicaid Healthy Connections, Medically Indigent Assist
Program, Welvista, Medicare Rx, SNAP, State/Federal Taxes, Military/Vet
Benefits, SSI, SSDI, SSA (FI) Family Independence/TANF, Voter Registration
2. Richland Library Social Workers
 1431 Assembly St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 509-8371
 Helps with applications, information, and referrals for Affordable Care, Medicaid,
SNAP, FAFSA Housing, Food, and more.
3. Transitions Homeless Shelter
 2025 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 708-4861
 Speak with Day Center for assistance
4. Fast Foward
 3223 Devine St #3, Columbia, SC 29205
 (803) 343-2577
 Non-profit that provides technology education and computer access to those who
have been underserved thorugh traditional programs in the Midlands
Clothing/Furniture
 Salvation Army Furniture Voucher Program
 3024 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 765-0260
 Letter of referral required
 Clothing Closet by The Cooperative Ministry
 3821 West Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 799-3853
 Clothing and furniture
 M-Th 9am-2pm
 ReStore by Habitat for Humanity of Central South Carolina
 2814 Augusta Road West Columbia, SC 29169
 (803) 936-0088
 Home goods, furniture, efficient appliances
 The Neighbors Closet
 1717 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 509-1833
 Clothing and hygiene products for the homeless and those in need
 Open every Tuesday and every first and third Saturday 11-1, call to scedule an
appointment to come in and shop
 Restoration 803
  PO Box 1282 Columbia, SC 29202
 (888) 970-2004
 Clothing referrals
 EMS Closet
 Provides bags of clothing, a stuffed animal, and a book to children in grades K-12
in Richland School Districts One and Two whose families have encountered
hardship
 Only accept referrals from School Officials/ Requests filled Tuesday-Thursday
9am-3pm
 Visit www.emscloset.org/refer-a-child for referral form
Dental Services
1. EAU Claire Family Dentistry
 3800 North Main St, Suite C, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 705-3169
 Community Assistance Program, Financial Assistance for services, Affordable
Care Act Application assistance and experts
2. Donated Dental Services (DDS) in South Carolina
 Program Contact: Vivian Lovingood (888) 322-9527
vlovingood@DentalLifeline.org
 Must be over 65, permanently disabled, and need medically necessary dental care
 *Only accepts applications in certain counties
3. Give Kids a Smile
 Call American Dental Association at 1-844-490-4527 to find a GKAS program
near you
 Free oral health care for children
4. Good Samaritan Clinic
 West Columbia Clinic
 1316 Leaphart St, West Columbia, SC 29169
 (803) 467-8510
 Services available on Thursdays, opening at 4pm
 Call (803) 796-4484 between 2pm and 4pm on the day of, for registration
and appointment.
 Columbia Clinic
 7915 Old Percival Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
 (803) 358-8339
 Services available on Tuesdays, opening at 4pm
 Call (803) 790-0239 between 2pm and 4pm on the day of, for registration
and appointment.
5. WellPartners (United Way of the Midlands)
 WellPartners Adult Dental – Lexington
o Lexington County Health Department – Red Bank Crossing, 1070 S. Lake
Drive, Suite B, Lexington, SC 29073
o (803) 888-3270
o Monday 8 am to 4 pm, Tuesday 12:30 pm to 4 pm, Thursday 12:30 pm to
5pm
 o Must be 18 or older, have a valid Fairfield, Lexington, or Richland County
ID, no dental insurance, proof of low-income (less than 200% of the
Federal Poverty Level)
 WellPartners Children’s Dental – Lexington
o Lexington County Health Department – Red Bank Crossing, 1070 S. Lake
Drive, Suite B, Lexington, SC 29073
o (803) 888-3271
o Tuesday – Friday 8:30 am to 1:30 pm
o Children 5 or older, enrolled in public school in Richland or Lexington
County, enrolled in free or reduced lunch program, not eligible for
Medicaid or any other type of insurance, referred by school nurse.
 WellPartners Adult Dental – Richland
o Richland County Health Department, 2000 Hampton St, Suite 3145,
Columbia, SC 29204
o (803) 888-1690
o Monday – Thursday 8:30 am to 5 pm, Friday 8:30 am to 12 pm.
o Must be 18 or older, have a valid Fairfield, Lexington, or Richland County
ID, no dental insurance, proof of low-income (less than 200% of the
Federal Poverty Level)
 WellPartners Children’s Dental – Richland
o Richland County Health Department, 2000 Hampton St, Suite 4090,
Columbia, SC 29204
o (803) 888-1590
o Tuesday – Friday 8:30 am to 1:30 pm
o Children 5 or older, enrolled in public school in Richland or Lexington
County, enrolled in free or reduced lunch program, not eligible for
Medicaid or any other type of insurance, referred by school nurse.
6. Welvista
 121 Greystone Blvd, Columbia, SC 29210
 (803) 933-9184
 Offers prescription medication assistance and children’s dentistry
Disability Resources
A. Children/Youth
1. About Play
 2211 Alpine Rd Ext, Columbia, SC 29223
 (803) 497-3915
 Early intervention services for children, birth through six, eligible through Baby
Net or DDSN. Family training, case management, evaluations, speech services,
infant massage, physical therapy, support groups, hearing services, vision
services, nursing services, and nutrition services.
2. All on Board Speech LLC
 186 Seven Farms Dr, Suite F #356, Daniel Island, SC 29492
 (803) 814-3812
 Office@allonboardspeech.com
  Home health speech and language therapy, many different insurance providers
accepted.
3. Camp Cole
 1571 Crossing Creek Rd, Eastover, SC 29044
 (803) 849-8697
 Cole’s Kids – service-learning club for children in 1st-7th grade. Teaches children
how to have hearts and hands of service through the education of their core
values.
 Camp Impact – Summer camp for children who have experienced or are currently
experiencing homelessness or are from low-income families
 Camp Stars – Summer camp for military-affiliated children who have disabilities
(ages 6-22) and their siblings (6-13).
4. Center for Disability Resources
 (803) 216-3206
 Uscmed.sc.libguides.com/cdrlibrary
 Many resources are available to individuals with disabilities, houses the Assistive
Technology department and social workers for the Brain Injury Association.
5. DisabilityRightsSC
 www.disabilityrightssc.org
 (803) 782-0639
 Protection and Advocacy system (P&A) and the Client Assistance Program (CAP)
for South Carolina. Provide client assistance, training, abuse and neglect
investigation, legal assistance, and advocacy for change.
6. Easterseals South Carolina
 www.easterseals.com/southcarolina/
 (803) 312-3937
 Serves children with disabilities with services and programs tailored to meet the
diverse needs of clients. Hearing, speech, and orthopedic impairments to stroke,
neurological disorders and developmental disabilities.
7. Family Connection
 1800 St. Julian Place, Suite 104, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 252-0914
 Serves families of children with disabilities and chronic health conditions.
Provide information, support, education, and referrals to meet individual needs of
each family.
8. National Federation of the Blind of SC
 www.nfbofsc.org
 (803) 734-4611
 Free white cane program, advocacy, education, employment, safety and support,
scholarships and awards, legal assistance, braille certifications, career mentoring,
blind parent mentoring, free slate and stylus program.
9. South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation
 State Office (Comprehensive Services):
o 1410 Boston Ave, West Columbia, SC 29171
o (803) 896-6500
  Columbia Main Office:
o 516 Percival Rd, Columbia, SC 29206
o (803) 782-4239
 Columbia Downtown Office:
o 1430 Confederate Ave, Columbia, SC 29202
o (803) 898-8866
 Columbia TC:
o 201 Corporate Park Blvd, Columbia, SC 29223
o (803) 691-8284
 Transition services for youths to help qualified youth build self-esteem, learn
teamwork, gain communication and leadership skills, prepare for employment
success, and achieve independence.
B. Adult/Elderly
1. All Medical Inc
 1074 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169
 (803)-779-2011
 U.S. Healthcare Staffing Workforce Solutions
 Medical equipment rentals and installation, personalized services, home
evaluations, maintenance, repairs catered to individual client needs and
disabilities.
2. Amplify Life
 1401 Main Street Ste. 825, Columbia, SC 29201
 Contact to request an application: (803) 737-9898
 South Carolina Equipment Distribution Program established to provide qualified
SC with the telecommunications equipment
 Deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind, blind/low vision with hearing loss, speech
impaired
3. Assistive Technology Program
 Center for Disability Resources: 8301 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 935-5263
 Alli Upchurch: alli.upchurch@uscmed.sc.edu
 Demonstrations of assistive technology use for individuals and teams, free device
loans up to 4 weeks, trainings, tours, technical assistance, and assistive
technology reuse exchange for free AT devices.
4. Center for Disability Resources
 8301 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 216-3206
 Many resources are available to individuals with disabilities, training for service
providers, early interventionists, and houses the Assistive Technology department
and social workers for the Brain Injury Association.
 Attendant Care Project, CDR Library Project, Council on Consumer Affairs
(COCA), Developmental Evaluations, Individuals Motivating People to Achieve
Change Together (I.M.P.A.C.T.), Leadership Education in Neurodevelopment and
Related Disabilities (LEND), South Carolina Act Early Team, South Carolina
Assistive Technology Program (SCATP), Statewide System Change in Positive
 Behavior Support, Supported Employment, Team for Early Childhood Solutions,
Transition Alliance of South Carolina
5. DisabilityRightsSC
 www.disabilityrightssc.org
 (803) 782-0639
 Protection and Advocacy system (P&A) and the Client Assistance Program (CAP)
for South Carolina. Provide client assistance, training, abuse and neglect
investigation, legal assistance, and advocacy for change.
6. EmanuWheel
 PO Box: 1626, Lexington, SC 29071
 (803) 606-7551
 info@emmanuwheel.org
 Referral: How To Get Help - EmmanuWheel
 Serves clients who are mobility impaired by adding ADA compliant ramps to
client homes for free.
7. GetCareSC
 Service Guides | GetCareSC
 1-800-578-8750
 Informational services and service provider referrals for elders, caregivers, and
families. Referral services include assisted living, transportation, adult day care,
meals, medical supplies, and help with daily chores.
8. Family Connection
 1800 St. Julian Place, Suite 104, Columbia, SC 29204
 1-800-578-8750
 Para Español: 1-888-808-7462
 Serves families of children with disabilities and chronic health conditions.
Provide information, support, education, and referrals to meet individual needs of
each family
9. Kindred Hearts of South Carolina
 PO Box 290154, Columbia, SC 29229
 (803) 553-7277
 Support organization for caregivers to listen, learn, and gain support from
members of their community. Offers listening sessions, learning sessions,
community outreach and education/advocacy, and volunteer-driven case
management.
10. Leeza’s Care Connection
 201 St. Andrews Rd, Columbia, SC 29210
 (803) 888-7525
 A resource for family caregivers, education, support, and resources for those with
or taking care of relatives with terminal diagnosis.
11. Mobility Works
 www.mobilityworks.com OR www.homemobilityworks.com
 (803) 791-7791
 Vans and adaptive equipment and home access
12. National Federation of the Blind of SC
  www.nfbofsc.org
 (803) 734-4611
 Free white cane program, advocacy, education, employment, safety and support,
scholarships and awards, legal assistance, braille certifications, career mentoring,
blind parent mentoring, free slate and stylus program.
13. Palmetto Able Savings Program
 www.palmettoable.com
 1-800-439-1653
 Visit www.PalmettoABLE.com/eligibilty to determine eligibility
 Provides financial independence and empowerment for individuals with
disabilities by dramatically increasing their ability to save and invest
14. SC Commission for the Blind
 www.sccb.sc.gov
 (803) 898-8731
 Individualized vocational rehabilitation services, independent living services and
prevention-of-blindness services to consumers who are blind and visually
impaired
15. SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs
 3440 Harden Street Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 898-9600
 State agency that plans, develops, coordinates and funds services for South
Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities: intellectual disability and related
disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury
and similar disability.
16. SC State Library- Talking Books Services
 www.sctalkingbook.org
 803-734-4611
 Free library service from the South Carolina State Library for anyone who has a
visual, physical, or print disability that prevents them from holding or reading
normal print books.
17. South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation
 State Office (Comprehensive Services):
 1410 Boston Ave, West Columbia, SC 29171
 (803) 896-6500
 Columbia Main Office:
 516 Percival Rd, Columbia, SC 29206
 (803) 782-4239
 Columbia Downtown Office:
 1430 Confederate Ave, Columbia, SC 29202
 (803) 898-8866
 Columbia TC:
 201 Corporate Park Blvd, Columbia, SC 29223
 (803) 691-8284
 Assistive technology and other disability resources to prepare and assist eligible
South Carolinians achieve and maintain competitive employment.
 18. Wellhaven Home Care
 www.wellhavenhomecare.com
 (803) 256-2728
 Rise and Shine & Tuck-In Services
 Personal care, incontinence care, bathing/showering, grooming/dressing,
companion care, linen changes, medication reminders
 Transportation
o Church, social events, errands, doctors
o Flat fee charged in 30 minutes
19. SC DMH Deaf Services
 Deaf services hotline: 800-647-2066
 Videophone: 803-339-3339
 Email: deafhotline@scdmh.org
 Provides a statewide system of care for the delivery of mental health services
which promote recovery and allow enhanced mental functioning for Adults,
Children and Families where Deafness presents a significant cultural and/or
linguistic barrier.
Domestic Violence
1. Love is Respect
 (737) 225-3150
 Nationwide confidential support for teens, young adults, and their loved ones for
support on dating abuse. Helps create safety plans and connection to resources
2. Pathways to Healing
 3830 Forest Drive Suite 201, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 790-8208 (office) 803-771-7273 (24/7 hotline)
 Rape crisis center, 24-hour response services, clinical services, and legal
advocacy
3. PeeDee Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
 24-Hour Crisis Line: 1-800-273-1820
 Local: 1-843-669-4600
 Parent Helpline: (843) 618-2420
 Safety planning, information on protection orders, male victim resource guide,
legal services, education.
4. Sistercare Inc
 1820 Morlaine Road Cayce, SC 29033
 24/7 crisis line: (803) 765-9428 Office: (803) 926-0505
 Domestic violence resources for adults and teens
 Trauma informed services, community awareness and training, crisis line,
emergency shelters, court advocacy, career development services, support groups,
counseling, referrals
5. South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (SCCADVASA)
 P.O. Box 7776 Columbia, SC 29202
 (803) 256-2900
 Connects women to resources for domestic violence
6. The Hive Community Circle
 
4704 Colonial Drive, Columbia, SC 29203

(803) 888-7725

Peer advocacy, economic relief, holistic support, individual counseling, peer
support healing circles
7. YWCA of the Upper Lowlands
 Office: (803) 773-7158 Hotline: (803) 775-2763
 Domestic violence-oriented program, emergency shelters, support services,
children services for Sumter, SC

Elderly and Aging Resources

A. Senior Subsidized Housing
1. Abbott Arms
 2011 Wilkinson St Cayce, SC 29033
 (803)796-3456
2. AHEPA A 284 II
 130 Jimmy Love Ln, Columbia, SC 29212
 (803) 216-0228
3. AHEPA A 284 IV
 451 Pelham Dr, Columbia, SC 29209
 (803) 647-1021
4. Asbury Arms Apartments
 100 Asbury Lane West Columbia, SC 29169
 (803)794-8052
5. Carraige House APA
 110 Amsterdam Dr, Columbia, SC 29210
 (803) 722-9400
6. Christopher Towers
 1805 Devine St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 799-5876
7. Ensor Forest
 4520 Monticello Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 765-9515
8. Fern Hall Apartments
 600 Fern Hall Apartments Lexington, SC 29073
 (803)951-1874
9. Finlay House
 2100 Blossom St, Columbia, SC 29205
 (803) 799-6524
10. Lakeside Apartments
 401 Harbison Blvd, Columbia, SC 29212
 (803) 781-8050
11. Richland Village
 1234 Universal Dr, Columbia, SC 29209
  (803) 783-4262
12. Sandwood Apartment
 1151 Comanchee Triangle West Columbia, SC
 (803)799-1970
13. The Carolina Apartments
 3201 Meadowlark Dr, Columbia, SC 29204
 803-754-6200
14. Woods Edge Apartments
 109 Hillpine Rd, Columbia, SC 29212
 (833) 840-0252
B. Other Resources
1. Central Midlands | Aging Services
 236 Stoneridge Drive Columbia, SC 29210
 803-376-5390
 Fairfield, Lexington, Newberry, Richland
2. Kindred Hearts of South Carolina
 PO Box 290154, Columbia, SC 29229
 (803) 553-7277
 Support organization for caregivers to listen, learn, and gain support from
members of their community. Offers listening sessions, learning sessions,
community outreach and education/advocacy, and volunteer-driven case
management.
3. Leeza’s Care Connection
 201 St. Andrews Rd, Columbia, SC 29210
 (803) 888-7525
 A resource for family caregivers, education, support, and resources for those with
or taking care of relatives with terminal diagnosis.
4. Santee-Lynches Regional Council of Governments
 Main Office:
o 2525 Corporate Way, Suite 200, Sumter, SC 29154
o (803) 775-7381
 Annex Office (Area Agency on Aging/Health and Human Services):
o 39 East Calhoun St, Sumter, SC 29150
o (803) 774-1980
 Family caregiver program, information and referral assistance, insurance
counseling, legal assistance, long term care ombudsman, seniors raising children
program.
5. South Carolina Respite Coalition
 8301 Farrow Road, Columbia, SC 29203
 Call (803) 935-5027 and ask to speak to a voucher program staff member to
inquire about eligibility
 Can provide $500 respite vouchers to eligible family caregivers through the
federal Lifespan grant
6. Wellhaven Home Care
  www.wellhavenhomecare.com
 (803) 256-2728
 Rise and Shine & Tuck-In Services
 Personal care, incontinence care, bathing/showering, grooming/dressing,
companion care, linen changes, medication reminders
 Transportation
o Church, social events, errands, doctors
o Flat fee charged in 30 minutes

Employment
A. Employment and Training

1. Able SC
 720 Gracern Rd. Suite 106 Columbia, SC 29210
 (803) 779-5121
 Ticket to Work, SNAP2Work, Hire Me SC, works with individuals who are
disabled and receive benefits. May help with employment, job seeking, financial
independence, education resources. Advocacy, independent living, peer
support/mentoring, transition services, accessibility consultations, specialized
programs
2. All Medical Inc
 1074 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169
 (803) 779-2011
 U.S. Healthcare Staffing Workforce Solutions
 Medical equipment rentals and installation, personalized services, home
evaluations, maintenance, repairs.
3. Columbia Urban League
 1400 Barnwell St. Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 799-8150
 College internship programs, opportunities to earn certifications, apprenticeships,
academic success and social skill development in middle and high school
students, science and technology enrichment programs, college scholarships,
racial inclusion
4. DSS Workforce Consultant
 Richland County DSS Workforce Consultant: Symone Flagler 803-978-0162 or
(803) 636-7857
 SNAP/TANF participants can receive employment services assistance at no
charge. Services provided: job search assistance, resume assistance, interviewing
tips, soft-skills workshop, hiring event info, technical training info, community
resource information.
5. Goodwill Job Connection/Mission Mobile
 Ticket to work, senior community services employment program, youth and
family services center, one on one job connection, provides training tools, skills
assessments, and application assistance
 Columbia Goodwill Job Connection Locations:
 o 6642 Garners Ferry Rd. Columbia, SC 29209
 (803) 783-0323
 Job Connection Hours: Monday and Wednesday 9am-12pm;1pm-
4:30pm
o 555 St. Andrews Rd. Columbia, SC 29210
 (803) 772-7900
 Job Connection Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-12pm; 1pm-4:30pm
o 2744 Decker Blvd. Columbia, SC 29206
 (803) 865-1770
 Job Connection Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-12pm;1pm-4:30pm
o 111 Highland Center Dr. Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 509-8394
 Job Connection Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 9am-12pm; 1pm-
4:30pm
o 2110 Sunset Blvd West Columbia, SC 29169
 (803) 457-8162
 Job Connection Hours: Friday 9am-12pm; 1pm-4:30pm
 Visit www.goodwillsc.org for more South Carolina locations
6. Job Corps
 Jobcorps.gov
 (800) 733-5627
 Free to low-income 16-24 year olds. There are over 120 centers across the
country. They provide campus living, meals, training, supplies, and a supportive
community all for free.
7. Operation Employment
 Funded by the U.S. Department of Labor. Helps veterans experiencing
homelessness transition into employment. Must call VA for an appointment.
8. SNAP Employment and Training Program
 https://dss.sc.gov/assistance-programs/work-programs/snap-employment-and-
training/
 Richland County Contact: Charlene Carter (803) 638-3820
 Helps SNAP recipients seeking employment and job training opportunities.
Available Services: intensive case management, work readiness training, work
experience/workfare opportunities, job search leads, Adult Education (GED and
Literacy Courses), Skill Trainings and Certifications, Support Services
(Transportation, one-time component fee, childcare, rent assistance, job retention,
covid-19 support services), resume writing, basic computer skills training,
pathway scholarship program.
9. Richland County Public Library Business and Job Center
 1431 Assembly St. Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 929-4201
 Career coaches, high school/career online school, resume assistance, interviewing
skills, small business services
10. SC Thrive
 120 Research Drive, Columbia, SC 29203
  (800) 726-8774
 Helps clients navigate the complex systems of available benefits, can also help
with filling out forms. Assists with getting birth certificates and SS card
replacement
11. SC Works Midlands
 Columbia Center
o 700 Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201
o (803) 737-5627
 Lexington Center
o 671 Main St, West Columbia, SC 29170
o (803) 737-5627
 Re-employment services for jobseekers, partner services, business services, and
resource rooms for use when filing for unemployment or searching for work
online.
 Online database of job listings: SC Works Online Services
12. South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation
 State Office (Comprehensive Services):
o 1410 Boston Ave, West Columbia, SC 29171
o (803) 896-6500
 Columbia Main Office:
o 516 Percival Rd, Columbia, SC 29206
o (803) 782-4239
 Columbia Downtown Office:
o 1430 Confederate Ave, Columbia, SC 29202
o (803) 898-8866
 Columbia TC:
o 201 Corporate Park Blvd, Columbia, SC 29223
o (803) 691-8284
 Disability management services, job training, job search assistance, substance
abuse recovery program, and job retention services.
13. Work in Progress
 2231 Devine Street, Suite 301, Columbia, SC 29205
 (803) 758-0066
 Provides employment services for those with mental illness, job coach,
employment counseling, follow along services, job development, transportation,
interview
Ex-Offender
1) Alston Wilkes Veteran Home
 3519 Medical Dr, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 799-2490 ext. 303
 Provide supportive services to Veterans and their families, individuals with justice
system involvement, and at-risk youth and adults in our community
2) Providence Home of Columbia
 3421 North Main St, Columbia, SC 29203
  1-803-779-2927
 Christ-focused ministry for men, providing transitional housing and promoting
recovery from drugs, alcohol, and incarceration
3) Reentry Employment Services- Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina
 111 Highland Center Drive, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 509-8394
 Reentry case management, job preparation services, job placement assistance,
financial aid and tuition assistance, assistance obtaining driver's license,
assistance with criminal record expungement
4) Secondchancejobs.org
 (866) 724-2623
 Connects ex-offenders with jobs and training opportunities.
5) SC Department of Probation, Parole, and Pardon
 510 Beckman Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 734-6350
 Jobs for ex-offenders; Stacey B knows places that give ex-offenders second
chances
Financial Assistance
1. Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center
 1218 Batchelor St, West Columbia, SC 29169
 (803) 744-7943
 Provides social, educational, and economic development – intervention programs,
summer camps, diabetes intervention, AARP help, employment opportunities, and
financial assistance programs for Lexington and Richland counties.
2. Central South Carolina Habitat for Humanity (Administration Office)
 209 S. Sumter St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 252-3570
 Provides affordable housing to approved applicants.
3. Christian Assistance Bridge
 126 Blythewood Rd, Blythewood, SC 29016
 (803) 786-1903
 Serves 29229 zip code (Northeast Richland County), provides utility and eviction
assistance, food assistance, commodity supplemental food program,
transportation, prescriptions, and moving expenses.
4. Jewish Family Services
 306 Flora Dr, Columbia, SC 29223
 (803)787-2023, cheryln@jewishcolumbia.org
 Anyone living in Richland, Lexington, or Kershaw counties may access the food
pantry. This organization also offers referrals, financial assistance,
individual/family counseling, senior programs, and bereavement groups.
5. Rainy Day Fund Columbia
 1601 Assembly St, #8707, Columbia, SC 29201
 (844) 724-6933
  Works to eliminate barriers to housing/employment by assisting those who are
legal system involved, with costs associated with obtaining work, securing
identification, restoration of rights, court costs, basic care, and other physical
needs.
 Email completed referral form to referrals@rainydayfund.us
 Request for funds 12_4_23 c.pdf
6. Salvation Army of the Midlands
 3024 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 765-0260
 Provides rent and utility assistance through the Woodyard Fund, provides
furniture vouchers to their thrift shop with referral, food pantry, and emergency
disaster services.
7. Sharing God’s Love
 147 Friarsgate Blvd, Irmo, SC 29063
 (803) 732-3188
 Food bank, clothing bank, financial assistance in some cases, and spiritual support
are available.
8. The Columbia Housing Authority
 1917 Harden St, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 254-3886
 Section 8 vouchers and subsidized housing referrals.
9. The Cooperative Ministry
 3821 W. Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 799-3853
 Provides rent, utility, and mortgage assistance through their Financial
Empowerment Program (can take up to three months), food vouchers, food
pantry, clothing and furniture available with application, cars sometimes
available.
10. United Way of the Midlands
 1818 Blanding St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 733-5400
 Provides rent and utility assistance, food banks, shelters, physical and mental
health care, employment support, childcare resources, services for elderly
citizens, and individuals with disabilities.
11. Wateree Community Actions
 201 Columbia Mall Blvd, Suite 91, Columbia, SC 29223 (opens at 2pm).
 (803) 807-9811
 Provides rent and utility assistance, education resources, youth leadership, and
employment assistance.
Food Assistance
1. Asbury Memorial UMC- Food Pantry
 1005 Asbury Dr, Columbia, SC 29209
  (803) 776-7237
 Open Tuesday and Thursday 10am-12pm.
2. Brookland Lakeview Empowerment Center
 1218 Batchelor St, West Columbia, SC 29169
 (803) 744-7943
 Call for distribution dates, they run 9am-1pm but food runs out within the first
hour usually.
 It has healthy boxes available for diabetics.
3. Capital City Church
 628 Muller Ave, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 771-0092
 No regular hours available, please call ahead for more information.
4. Christ Central Ministries Columbia
 2401 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 765-1998
 Lunch: Monday-Thursday 12-1pm
 Pantry Wednesdays 9-11am
5. Christian Assistance Bridge
 126 Blythewood Rd, Blythewood, SC 29016
 (803) 786-1903
 Serves 29229 zip code (Northeast Richland County), provides utility and eviction
assistance, food assistance, commodity supplemental food program,
transportation, prescriptions, and moving expenses.
 Emergency Food Pantry: Wednesdays 9-11am.
6. Christian Life Church
 2700 Bush River Rd, Columbia, SC 29210
 The pantry is open every Monday 12:30pm to 3:30om for Richland and Lexington
County families every other week.
7. The Cooperative Ministry
 3821 W. Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 799-3853
 Provides rent, utility, and mortgage assistance through their Financial
Empowerment Program (can take up to three months), food vouchers, food
pantry, clothing and furniture available with application, cars sometimes
available.
8. DSS
 Lexington County:
o 1070 S. Lake Dr, Suite A, Lexington, SC 29073
o (803) 785-7333
 Richland County:
o 3220 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29204
o (803) 714-7300
 State Office:
o 1535 Confederate Ave, Columbia, SC 29201
 o (803) 898-7601
 These offices offer services for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
(TANF), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), childcare
vouchers, foster care, and adoption services.
9. Food for the Soul
 110-A East Dekalb St, Camden, SC 29020
 (803) 432-4771
 Lunch Tuesday-Friday 12pm-1pm in Kershaw.
10. Foodshare Columbia – USCSM
 201 Columbia Mall Blvd, Suite 109, Columbia, SC 29223
 (803) 851-4461
 info@foodsharesc.org
 Provides different programs that help with access to fresh fruits and vegetables in
Columbia, works with SNAP, and has diabetes specific initiatives.
11. Gamecock Pantry
 701 Assembly St, Suite 4000, Columbia, SC 29201
 Open to faculty, staff, and students at the university Monday-Friday 8am to 6pm.
12. Harvest Hope Food Bank
 2200 Shop Rd, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 254-4432
 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9am-1pm, some days are reserved for
referrals from certain organizations.
13. Jewish Family Services
 306 Flora Dr, Columbia, SC 29223
 (803) 787-2023, cheryln@jewishcolumbia.org
 Anyone living in Richland, Lexington, or Kershaw counties may access the food
pantry. This organization also offers referrals, financial assistance,
individual/family counseling, senior programs, and bereavement groups.
14. Mission Lexington
 (803) 957-6656
 216 Harmon St, Lexington, SC 29072
 Monday-Friday 9am-12pm/Saturday 9am-12pm
 Need to sign in before 9am-11am.
15. Mission of Hope
 1819 Middleton St, Cayce, SC 29033
 (803) 530-8805
 Emergency food pantry opens Thursday 9am to 11:30am, emergencies are
handled as needed.
 Contact: Laura @ 803-603-0412
16. Palmetto Aids Life Support Services (PALSS)
 2638 Two Notch Rd, Suite 108, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 779-7257
 Clients who are in active case management with PALSS can access the food
pantry every 30 days.
17. Rehoboth UMC Food Pantry
  (803) 788-2220
 Food Pantry: M-Th 10am to noon
 Must bring a picture ID, they do not have to be Jewish.
18. Salvation Army of the Midlands
 3024 Farrow Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 765-0260
 Food bank M-Th 10-11:30 *bring ID
 Provides rent and utility assistance through the Woodyard Fund, provides
furniture vouchers to their thrift shop with referral, food pantry, and emergency
disaster services.
19. Sharing God’s Love
 147 Friarsgate Blvd, Irmo, SC 29063
 (803) 732-3188
 Food bank, clothing bank, financial assistance in some cases, and spiritual support
are available.
20. United Way of the Midlands
 1818 Blanding St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 733-5400
 Provides rent and utility assistance, food banks, shelters, physical and mental
health care, employment support, childcare resources, services for elderly
citizens, and individuals with disabilities.
21. Additional Churches with Food Pantries available to the public listed here:
 Food Pantries (needfulthingscolumbialexingtonsc.org)
22. Restoration 803
 PO Box 1282 Columbia, SC 29202
 (803) 970-2004
 Annual Christmas Dinner, Weekly Meal Service in downtown Columbia on Saturdays
for people experiencing homelessness, may offer emergency food; gift card or referral
23. The Compass Community Development Corporation
 1234 St. Andrews Rd Columbia, SC 29210
 803-200-2009
 Food pantry open Tuesday-Thursdays from 10am-2pm
 Fruit and vegetable giveaway every 3rd Sunday
24. NorthStar
 803-736-9250
 NorthStar Storehouse: Last Saturday 10-noon 711 Longtown Road Columbia, SC
29229
 NorthStar Center of Hope: Every Thursday 10-noon 1410 Sunnyside Drive Forest
Acres, SC 29209 *Fresh veggies and meat*
Health Care Services
1. Acercamineto Hispano de Carolina del Sur/ SC Hispanic Outreach
 827 WildWood Avenue Suite 200 Columbia, SC
 (803) 419-5112
  Free HIV testing, diabetes prevention, pregnancy prevention, prenatal programs,
smoking cessation, document translation, oral interpretation, legal and educational
referral services
2. Christ Central Ministries
 2401 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 765-1998
 Referrals for medical care
3. Community Medical Clinic of Kershaw County (CMCofKC)
 PO Box 217 Camden, SC 29020
 (803) 713-0806
 Provides direct medical services to those in Kershaw County who cannot afford to
see a doctor. Primary family care, chiropractic services, diabetes education, breast
cancer and cervical cancer screening, other specialties with referrals.
 Eligibility: CMC of Kershaw County | Services We Offer (cmcofkc.org)
4. Continue Care Hospital at Palmetto Health Baptist
 Taylor at Marion St, 7th Floor, Columbia, SC 29220
 Phone: (803) 296-3701
 Admissions: (803) 296-3757
 Financial assistance for medical care, ventilator weaning, wound care, medically
complex services, and pulmonary care.
5. DHEC Richland
 2000 Hampton St, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 296-2273
 Reproductive health services, immunizations, vaccines, services for teens/children
with special health care needs, TB treatment, WIC services.
 NFP (Nurse Family Partnership): First-time mothers can have a registered nurse
visit the home until the child is 2 years old. Nurses will provide
counseling/education on health and developmental topics. Program also provides
education, job skills, and community referrals.
6. Eau Claire- Cooperative Health
 Walk-in Clinic: 4605 Monticello Rd, Building B, Suite 2, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 753-5590
 www.ecch.org for locations
 Good Samaritan Plan/Sliding Fee Program, services from family medicines,
dental, podiatry, pediatrics, substance use treatment, STD’s, homeless health
 Financial assistance available
7. EyeCare America
 The Academy's EyeCare America: public service eye care program
o Senior Program: connects eligible seniors with local volunteer
ophthalmologists who provide medical eye exams for up to one year; no
out-of-pocket cost
o Glaucoma program: provides a glaucoma eye exam at no cost to those
who are eligible and uninsured
o *Determine eligibility at aao.org/eyecare-america OR at
eyecareamerica@aao.org OR 877-887-6327
 8. Free Medical Clinic
 1875 Harden Street Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 765-1503
 Requirements: no health coverage, annual household income must be below
175% of poverty line, Walk-In clinic, appointments only for specialty care
 Pharmacy open 9am daily/M-Th 8-5pm Friday 8am-12pm
9. Medical Ministries
 1411 Barnwell St, Suite 1, Columbia, SC 29201
 (843) 743-8980
 Services for chronic conditions, HIV/STI, AIDS, infectious disease, referrals for
medical tests, minor illnesses, screenings, and monitoring.
10. Modivcare
 SC Region 2: Kershaw, Lancaster, Lee, Lexington, Newberry, Sumter, Richland
 1-866-445-6860
 Non-emergency medical transportation, home care, remote patient monitoring
 Medicaid and Medicare
11. Prisma Health Community Health Men’s Clinic
 1801 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169
 (803) 296-2273
 Free prostate screenings every fourth Thursday from 5:30pm to 7:15pm, diabetes
screenings, cancer screenings.
12. South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control
 Main office: 2000 Hampton Street Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 576-2980, call for an appointment 8:30-5pm
 Family planning, immunizations, NFP, STD/HIV, TB, WIX, Naloxone
13. Tandem Health
 Tandem Health (tandemhealthsc.org)
 Healthcare system that provides referrals to doctors' offices with sliding scale
payment options in Sumter, SC.
14. Waverly Family Practice
 1228 Harden St, Suite C, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 748-1181
 Medical care with a sliding scale for payment options.
15. Waverly Women’s Health
 2117 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 744-0542
 Women’s health services with a sliding scale for payment options.
16. Well Partners
 2000 Hampton Street, Suite 3145 Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 888-1690
 Free dental and vision health services that provide preventative and restorative to
children and adults in Fairfield, Lexington, and Richland
 Contact clinic for appointment in mornings
Home Repair
 1. Home Works
 3823 W. Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 781-4536
 Home repairs for those who qualify.
2. South Carolina Association of Community Action Partnerships, Inc. (SCACAP)
 2700 Middleburg Dr, Suite 213, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 771-9404; fax: 803-771-9613
 housingdocs@scacap.org
 Provides up to $10,000.00 in free home repairs and other resources to keep
families and individuals safe from home health hazards. Examples of services:
ramp installation, extermination, fixing leaky roof, etc.
 To qualify: 1) must be a South Carolina resident, 2) have a household income that
is at or below 80% of the area (county) median income, 3) not reside in a
manufactured or mobile home.
3. Holistic Resources Crisis Intervention Outreach Services (HRCIOS)
 2062 N. Beltline Blvd Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 790-8833
 Holisticresource@att.net
 Non-profit organization that works with the SC Housing Trust Fund to provide
qualifying low-income homeowners with free, emergency household repairs to
address leaking ceilings, flood damage, insufficient HVAC systems, and
wheelchair accessibility
4. Single Family Housing Repair Loans & Grants Home Repair Program (Section 504
Home Repair Program)
 Strom Thurmond Federal Building 1835 Assembly Street Suite 1007 Columbia,
SC 29201-2449
 (803) 765-5163
 Provides low-interest loans up to $20,000 to very low-income homeowners to
repair, improve, or modernize their homes. It also grants up to a lifetime amount
of $7500 to elderly very-low-income homeowners to remove health and safety
hazards
5. Weatherization Assistance Program

Housing
A. Affordable (General)
2. Park North Apartments
 200 Brookhill St. West, Lexington, SC 29072
 (803) 350-9083
 low-income/subsidized housing in Lexington, SC
3. Fern Hall Apartments
 600 Fern Hall Dr, Lexington, SC 29073
 (803) 951-1874
 low-income/subsidized housing in Lexington, SC
B. Services
1. Eastern Carolina Housing Organization (ECHO)
  2625 Hardee Ct, Unit A, Sumter, SC 29150
 (843) 213-1798
 Housing first program, veteran programs, housing programs, community
programs. ECHO aims to break the cycles of homelessness experienced by those
in their community and assist them in finding a place to call home.
2. SC Housing
 300-C Outlet Pointe Blvd, Columbia, SC 29210
 Main Phone: (803) 896-9001
 SC Homeowner Rescue Program, SC Stay Plus, visit website for up-to-date
information (always changing).
3. Columbia Housing Development Corporation (CHDC)
 3905 Ensor Ave Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 545-3767
 Provides affordable housing opportunities for home ownership and rentals
4. Columbia Housing Authority (CHA)
 1917 Harden St, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 254-3886
 Assists low income households leading efforts with local organizations to find
more choices for decent, safe, and affordable housing opportunities in Columbia
 Provides Tenant Based Rental Assistance to persons with HIV/AIDS
 https://www.columbiahousingsc.org
5. The Cooperative Ministries
 3821 W Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 799-3853
 The Cooperative Ministry exists to increase the economic self-sufficiency of
people experienceing poverty in the Midlands through crisis assistance and
sustainability programs. Also provides short term rent, mortgage, and utility
assistance and supportive services for persons with HIV/AIDS
 https://www.coopmin.org
Human Trafficking
1. Lighthouse for Life
 7320 Broad River Rd Ste K 247, Irmo, SC 29063
 803-669-0110
 info@lighthouseforlife.org
 Hotline: 1-888-373-7888
 Survivor Support Program & Karis Home; Long-term and short-term services:
trauma-informed resources, one-on-one support, direct assistance
2. National Human Trafficking Hotline
 1-888-373-7888
 Or text 233733 (BEFREE)
LGBTQIA+
1. Advanced Recovery Systems
 LGBTQ+ and Substance Abuse: Causes, Challenges and Resources
(drugrehab.com)
 LGBTQIA+ sensitive educational information and resources for LGBT
individuals with substance use disorders.
2. Harriet Hancock Center
 1108 Woodrow St, Columbia, SC 29205
 (803) 771-7713
 Community center for LGBTQIA+ in Columbia. Support and social groups,
educational material, directory of community resources, pages of pride book club,
queer collective, Sam Nickles memorial library, Trans-Fusion, Youth Out loud.
3. Harriet Hancock Center Comprehensive Resource Guide
 Resource Guide — Harriet Hancock LGBT Center (harriethancockcenter.org)
 This resource guide is a source of information and services available to the LGBT
community of Columbia and the Midlands. This list includes resources on crisis
assistance, transgender resources (medical providers, name change advice, etc.),
medical services, counseling services, advocacy and legal resources, community
and national organizations, affirming religious congregations, and other resources
and service providers.
4. LGBT National Help Center
 National Hotline: 1-888-843-4564
 National Youth Talkline: 1-800-246-7743
 National Senior Hotline: 1-888-234-7243
5. Pathways to Healing
 3830 Forest Drive Suite 201, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 790-8208 (office) 803-771-7273 (24/7 hotline)
 Rape crisis center, 24-hour response services, clinical services, and legal
advocacy
6. Reformation Lutheran Church
 118 Union St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 252-1507
  Official pride worship service, everyone is welcome and affirmed. Worship every
Sunday at 10am.
7. Richland County Sheriff’s Department
 Gay and Lesbian Liaison Officer as a part of the Victims Advocacy Unit
 (803) 576-3090
8. SC HIV/AIDS Counsel
 1813 Laurel St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 254-6644
 Many programs aimed to education and increase accessibility to HIV/AIDS
information and services.
 Elite Society of the Undetectables, Palmetto Project – Affordable Care Act, Ryan
Whie Emerging Communities – Part B, Ryan White AIDS Drug Assistance
Program (ADAP), Ryan White Supplemental Funds – Part B, Ryan White Special
Projects, Focus – Hep C, Project Preplan, New Directions, HIV Prevention
Projects for YMSM and Transgender Persons of Color, SCDHEC HIV Prevention
Category 1, SCDHEC Expanded Testing and Syphilis, Project P.A.C.T., Healthy
Connections, NBLCA “Sound the Alarm Hep C in Counties” - 5 City Southern
Initiative.
9. South Carolina Equality
 LGBTQ Resources – SC Equality (equalmeanseveryone.org)
 PO Box: 544 Columbia, SC 29202
 (803) 256-6500
 South Carolina specific non-profit that offers a list of resources for those new to
South Carolina, those coming out, those needing support, transgender people,
those needing legal advice, looking for faith communities, facing discrimination,
in need of medical and mental health resources, and those wishing to share their
stories.
10. The Trevor Project
 24/7 Lifeline: 1-866-488-7386
 TrevorText: Text “START” to 678678
 LGBTIA+ sensitive suicide prevention hotline
11. Trans Lifeline
 Peer Support Hotline: (877) 565-8860
 Peer-to-peer hotline ran by trans people that connect trans people with resources
and crisis support.

Mental Health Services

Adult
1. Choices Counseling Center
 3969 Southeastern Way, West Columbia, SC 29169
 (803) 851-4049
 Accepts Medicaid: Select Health/First Choice, Molina, WellCare, Blue Choice,
Medicaid-MCO. Payment plans available
2. Crossroads of Columbia
 1421 Bluff Road Columbia, SC 29201
  (800) 805-6989 5am-10am
 Help with recovery from substance-use disorders. Medication-assisted treatment,
accept Medicaid, Medicare, and other commercial insurance plans. Tele-health or
in-person
 Methadone/Suboxone programs
3. DMH Columbia Area Mental Health Center
 2715 Colonial Drive, Suite 100 Columbia, SC 29203
 Richland County Adults: (803) 898-8888
 After hours emergency line: (833) 364-2274
 Outpatient facility of DMH, no one is turned away from treatment regardless of
ability to pay
4. Epworth Center for Counseling
 1154 Sunnyside Dr, Columbia, SC, 29204
o (803) 667-4697
 108 Anderson Ave, Anderson, SC 29625
o (864) 642-6555
 Crisis services, family therapy, group therapy, individual therapy, assessments,
behavioral health screenings
 Accepts Cigna, Cigna EAP, BCBS, Healthy Blue, Molina, Absolute Total Care,
Select Health, Optum, Tricare, SC Medicaid- MCO. Payment plans also available
5. Live Oak Counseling Center
 600 King St, Columbia, SC 29205
 Scheduling: (803) 256-1033
 Counseling services with financial support available.
6. University of South Carolina Psychology Services Center
 1331 Elmwood Ave, Suite 140, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 777-7302
 Therapeutic intervention and psychological assessment to children, families,
couples, and individual adults through a sliding-scale payment structure to keep
services affordable.
7. MIRCI
 Clinical services: (803) 939-2642 3809 Rosewood Drive Columbia, SC 29205 /
Outpatient clinic: (803) 661-8004 1516 Gregg Street Columbia, SC 29201
 Provide behavioral healthcare, clinical and support programs, supportive housing,
and essential needs
 Aged 17+
Child
1. DMH Columbia Area Mental Health Center
 2715 Colonial Drive, Suite 100 Columbia, SC 29203
 Richland County Children: (803) 898-4777
 After hours emergency line: (833) 364-2274
 Provides individual, family, and group therapy to children and adolescents 3-18
years of age (also serve children up to the age of 21 who are in transitional
services through school districts) who present emotional, behavioral, or
psychiatric problems.
  Services include assessments, treatment, referrals, behavior modification, family
support, child welfare services, evaluation for autism spectrum disorder, and case
management.
2. Epworth Children’s Home
 1154 Sunnyside Dr, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 667-4697
 Behavioral health screenings, assessments, individual therapy, group therapy,
substance use, family therapy, crisis management. Sliding fee offered and SC
Medicaid accepted.
3. Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health SC
 810 Dutch Square Blvd, Suite 486, Columbia, SC 29210
 (803) 772-5210
 Youth and family networks available, parent peer support, facilitating support
groups, training for parents, leadership training for high school students, self-
advocacy, wellness recovery training with youth.
4. Live Oak Counseling Center
 600 King St, Columbia, SC 29205
 Scheduling: (803) 256-1033
 Counseling services with financial support available.
5. SC Share
 2201 Commerce Dr, Cayce, SC 29033
 (803) 739-5712
 Self-help association regarding emotions, offers advocacy, education, and
recovery support services.
6. South Carolina Youth Advocate Program (SCYAP)
 140 Stoneridge Dr, Suite 350, Columbia, SC 29210
 (803) 779-5500
 Inf0@scyap.com
 Individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, crisis management, behavioral
health screenings and assessments, foster care services, in-home family services,
community-based wraparound services, transportation services, school-based
7. Thriveworks Counseling and Psychiatry
 1501 Main St, Suite 140, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 882-3401
 Columbia mental health service providers with a range of special services
available. Some providers accept Medicaid.
8. University of South Carolina Psychology Services Center
 1331 Elmwood Ave, Suite 140, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 777-7302
 Therapeutic intervention and psychological assessment to children, families,
couples, and individual adults through a sliding-scale payment structure to keep
services affordable.
Mentoring Services
1. After School and Summer Cayce’s Best
 1350 Knox Abbott Dr, Cayce, SC 29033
  (803) 556-8708
 Free transportation from school, martial arts classes, dance, tumbling, sports
games, homework
o Serves Cayce elementary schools.
2. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia SC
 1414 Lady St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 281-0333
 Mentoring services for youth, after school programs
 Merged with Ezekiel Ministries
3. Big Homie Lil Homie
 HOME (bighomielilhomie.org)
 (347) 962-0324
 Applications located online.
4. Camp Cole
 1571 Crossing Creek Rd, Eastover, SC 29044
 (803) 849-8697
 Cole’s Kids – service-learning club for children in 1st-7th grade. Teaches children
how to have hearts and hands of service through the education of their core
values.
 Camp Impact – Summer camp for children who have experienced or are currently
experiencing homelessness or are from low-income families
 Camp Stars – Summer camp for military-affiliated children who have disabilities
(ages 6-22) and their siblings (6-13).
5. First Steps South Carolina
 636 Rosewood Dr, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 734-0479
 Services to improve children’s health, strengthen families, expand access to
quality early care and education, increase participation in four-year-old
kindergarten programs, and help transition rising kindergarteners.
6. Juvenile Offender Program at South Carolina Mentor
 State Office: 1800 St. Julien Place, Suite 200, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 799-9025
 South Carolina Mentor has programs such as therapeutic foster care, medically
complex foster care. Community-based prevention services, juvenile offender
programs, personal treatment and support, and personalized services.
7. Midlands Fatherhood Coalition
 1420 Colonial Life Blvd, Columbia, SC 29204 (other locations in Lexington and
Sumter)
 (803) 933-0052
 Mission to engage fathers in positive support of their children and to enhance
support for fatherhood.
 Free services, job coaching, employment, secure parental rights, relationship
building.
8. The Nurturing Center
 1332 Pickens St, Columbia, SC 29201
  (803) 771-4160
 Therapy, parenting support, mandated services, bilingual services.
9. Sowing Seeds into the Midlands
 2111-A Lady St, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803)661-8552
 sowingseedsmidlands@gmail.com
 Life skills development, mentoring holistic health, seeds summer camp, and
sexual health.
10. Richland County Sheriffs Department Youth Services Department
 Work with you and the family in an attempt to improve their choices, decision
making, and help counsel them back on track
 Contact Capt. Michael Pearson, RCSD (803) 576-3495
Mobile Devices (Cell Phones)
1. Lifeline South Carolina
 Government benefit program that offers a discount to eligible consumers on their
telephone or broadband service
 www.ors.sc.gov
 1-866-788-6565
 Contact you telephone company to apply
2. LifeWireless
 Free Government Cell Phone Lifeline Program - Life Wireless
3. USAC Lifeline
 Home - Universal Service Administrative Company (usac.org)
 Go to website for application and requirements
Parent / Family Services
1. Camp Cole
 1571 Crossing Creek Rd, Eastover, SC 29044
 (803) 849-8697
 Cole’s Kids – service-learning club for children in 1st-7th grade. Teaches children
how to have hearts and hands of service through the education of their core
values.
 Camp Impact – Summer camp for children who have experienced or are currently
experiencing homelessness or are from low-income families
 Camp Stars – Summer camp for military-affiliated children who have disabilities
(ages 6-22) and their siblings (6-13).
2. Child Care Scholarship Program
 Funded by DSS, can apply for childcare assistance if eligibility requirements are
met
 Email scchildcare@dss.sc.gov for questions
3. Child Care Assistance Program
 (803) 254-3886
 Up to $2500 per child in childcare assistance *application required
4. Discount Diaper World
 1604 Decker Blvd, Suite B, Columbia, SC 29206
 (803) 949-5435
  Low prices on diapers sizes NB - Size 5 with online ordering and same day, free
delivery.
5. Epworth Children’s Home
 2900 Millwood Ave, Columbia, SC 29205
 (803) 256-7394
 Foster Care program, counseling, early intervention, family care center,
homebuilders, independent living program, intensive in-home services, residential
services program, spiritual enrichment.
6. First Steps SC
 636 Rosewood Dr, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 734-0479
 Parent support services focusing on high quality early childhood development
services, children social skills services, family life skills services, services for
children with behavioral challenges, free quality four-year-old kindergarten
program, and childcare scholarships.
7. HeadStart
 1-866-763-6481
 0-5 school readiness program, offers childcare and educational resources
8. Lutheran Services Carolinas
 1118 Union St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 750-9917
 Child and family services, refugee resettlement, day services for youth program,
LSC transitional foster care for unaccompanied children.
9. Midlands Fatherhood Coalition
 Richland Location
o 1420 Colonial Life Blvd, Suite 80, Columbia, SC 29210
o (803) 933-0052
 Lexington Location
o 943 East Main Street Lexington, SC 29072
o (803) 996-2114
 Fatherhood programs including parenting and co-parenting, healthy relationships,
job readiness and employment, economic stability, child support and visitation,
personal development, individual coaching, group program sessions and peer
support
 Service is free
10. PeeDee Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
 24-Hour Crisis Line: 1-800-273-1820
 Local: 1-843-669-4600
 Parent Helpline: (843) 618-2420
 Safety planning, information on protection orders, male victim resource guide,
legal services, education.
11. Parentchild+
 1420 Colonial Life Blvd, Room C-13, Columbia, SC 29210
 Coordinator Ella D. Bookert
o ebookert@richlandone.org
  Child learning and development services focusing on high quality early education.
12. The Nurturing Center
 1332 Pickens St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 771-4160
 Parenting support services such as behavioral health services, family reunification
services, trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy, protective clarification
services, outpatient therapy, visitation services, and bilingual services.
13. Thornwell
 302 South Broad St, Clinton, SC 29325
 (864) 938-2100
 Family services using a continuum of care model for children with ACEs. Offers
in-home counseling for children 13-17, a 14-week program for Laurens County
families, foster care and residential services, child development center, learning
center, momentum summer camp, and read right reading intervention program.
14. Windwood Family Services
 4857 Windwood Farm Rd, Awendaw, SC 29249
 (843) 884-5342 ext. 12226
 Family Resource Connection and Preservation Services (FRCPS), their goal is to
prevent out of home placement and the need for further child welfare system
involvement. Residential program for boys that includes qualified residential
treatment programs, psychiatric treatment, and online admissions application.
15. St. Lawrence Place After School Program & Camps
 Kittrell Center, 2711 Middleburg Drive, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 256-3999
 https://www.homelessnomoresc.org
 Works with homeless families and their children and provides after school and
summer camp programs for low-to-moderate income youth
16. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
 1800 Main Street Columbia, SC 29201
 1-803-777-3824
 Responds to specific human service needs in the Midlands through prevention and
intervention, strategies aimed at enhancing and maintaining effective functioning
of families and individuals. Helps UofSC employees and their family members
through times of need such as: marital difficulties, parenting, stress, depression,
substance abuse, and more
 https://www.sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/human_resources/benefits/
employee_wellness/eap/index.php
17. South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
 Columbia Campus 1550 Gadsden Street P.O. Box 995 Columbia, South Carolina
29202
 1-803-737-2400
 Responsible for paying unemployment insurance benefits, collecting
unemployment taxes, helping people find jobs, matching businesses with
qualified candidates, and collecting and disseminating state/federal employment
statistics
Pregnancy Services
A. Family Planning
1. Acercamineto Hispano de Carolina del Sur/ SC Hispanic Outreach
 827 WildWood Avenue Suite 200 Columbia, SC
 (803) 419-5112
 Free HIV testing, diabetes prevention, pregnancy prevention, prenatal programs,
smoking cessation, document translation, oral interpretation, legal and educational
referral services
2. Birthright of Columbia
 1316 Richland St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 765-0165
 Free and confidential services to anyone facing an unplanned or problem
pregnancy, diapers, baby and maternity clothing, toys, supplies, biannual
community baby showers.
3. Daybreak Lifecare Center
 1601 St. Julian Place, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 771-6634
 Support programs for families and people facing unplanned pregnancies. Services
include pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, parenting support, post-abortion support,
services for men.
4. DHEC- Richland County Health Department
 2000 Hampton St, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 576-2980
 Monday – Friday 8:30am to 5pm
 Family planning assistance.
5. Discount Diaper World
 1604 Decker Blvd, Suite B, Columbia, SC 29206
 (803) 949-5435
 Low prices on diapers sizes NB - Size 5 with online ordering and same day, free
delivery.
6. Hannah House
 1726 Sumter St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 771-4357
 Hannahhouse@ccmins.com
 Shelter, GED classes, tutoring, scholarships for Midlands Tech, professional
development, counseling, life skills classes, case management for women.
7. Midlands Healthy Start
 1333 Taylor St, Suite 4-H, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 296-3780
 It is a free program that encourages moms-to-be to begin prenatal care as soon as
they become pregnant, and many different classes to assist with the pregnancy and
parenthood experience, as well as case management.
8. Planned Parenthood
 2712 Middleburg Dr, Suite 107, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 256-4908
  Abortion, birth control, emergency contraception, gender-affirming care, HIV
services, mental health services, pregnancy testing and planning, prenatal and
postpartum services, STD testing and treatment, vaccines, wellness and
preventative care.
9. Power in Changing
 2638 Two Notch Rd, Suite 116, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 281-0013
 Info@powerinchanging.org
 Prenatal vitamins, period products, emergency diaper bank, family empowerment.
10. Waverly Women’s Health Center
 2117 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 744-0540
 OBGYN services including birth control, annuals, pregnancy services, menopause
assistance. Pricing is based on a sliding scale, $20 for individuals with no
insurance, and can otherwise range between $20 and $55. Lab work may be an
additional cost.
11. WIC Richland County Health Department
 2000 Hampton St, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 576-2870
 Appointment Scheduling: (855) 472-3432
 Food assistance, nutrition information and support, breastfeeding support,
referrals, nutrition and health classes, and immunization.
 Eligibility: Meet income guidelines, child under 5, new mom or
pregnant/breastfeeding, live in SC, and have nutritional need.
B. Newborn
1. Birthright of Columbia
 1316 Richland St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 765-0165
 Free and confidential services to anyone facing an unplanned or problem
pregnancy, diapers, baby and maternity clothing, toys, supplies, biannual
community baby showers.
2. Distribution Among Service Hubs
 2700 Middleburg Drive, Suite 213, Columbia, SC 29204
 833-3SC-ACAP
 diaperdash@scacap.org
 www.scacap.org
 provides diapers and connects participants with eligible resources. The family
must meet federal poverty income guidelines up to 200%, or children must be
currently enrolled in EHS/HS/EHS-CCP (or on a waiting list for this). Emergency
need participants must meet eligibility criteria and have an urgent need.
3. Power in Changing
 2638 Two Notch Rd, Suite 116, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 281-0013
 Info@powerinchanging.org
 Prenatal vitamins, period products, emergency diaper bank, family empowerment.
 4. WIC Richland County Health Department
 2000 Hampton St, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 576-2870
 (855) 472-3432 Call to schedule an appointment
 Food assistance, nutrition information and support, breastfeeding support,
referrals, nutrition and health classes, and immunization.
 Eligibility: Meet income guidelines, child under 5, new mom or
pregnant/breastfeeding, live in SC, and have nutritional need.

Prescription Medication Assistance

1. GSK For You
 https://contactus.gsk.com/patient-support/patient-assistance-program/
 Patient assistance program for prescription medicines, co-pay assistance, vaccine
assistance, reimbursement support services, coupons for medications and medical
devices.
2. Mission Lexington
 216 Harmon St, Lexington, SC 29072
 (803) 785-6900
 Monday – Thursday 10am to 12:45pm
 Provides food, clothing, financial assistance, prescription medication voucher,
baby essentials, school supplies, fire recovery, prayer, enrichment classes.
 Eligibility: https://www.missionlexingtonsc.org/i-need-help
3. Needy Meds
 https://www.needymeds.org/newuser
 Helpline: 1-800-503-6897
 Provides prescription assistance program. Application only available online.
4. South Carolina Drug Card
 https://southcarolinadrugcard.com/
 Contact online, free card to help cover the cost of medications that are not
covered by insurance.
5. Welvista Pharmacy
 121 Greystone Blvd, Columbia, SC 29210
 (803) 933-9184
 Offers prescription medication assistance and children’s dentistry
Sexual Assault
1. Pathways to Healing
 3830 Forest Drive Suite 201, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 790-8208 (office) 803-771-7273 (24/7 hotline)
 Rape crisis center, 24-hour response services, clinical services, and legal
advocacy
2. Sistercare
 1820 Morlaine Rd Cayce, SC 29033
 Hotline: (803) 765-9428
 Main Office: (803) 926-0505
  24/7 crisis line, emergency shelters, court advocacy, career development services,
community support groups, individual counseling, children's counseling, safety
planning, referrals, crisis counseling, transitional housing, satellite counseling
centers in Kershaw, Fairfield, Lexington, and Newberry counties offering
advocacy, crisis intervention, and counseling services.
3. The Hive Community Circle
 4704 Colonial Drive, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 888-7725
 Peer advocacy, economic relief, holistic support, individual counseling, peer
support healing circles
4. Dickerson Advocacy Center
 140 Gibson Rd, Lexington, SC 29202
 (803) 358-7200
 Non-profit CAC providing therapeutic and investigative services to abused
children and their non-abusive family members. Provides comprehensive
assessment and treatment services to physically and sexually abused children ages
0-18 years old throughout Midlands of SC
5. South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (SCCADVASA)
 P.O. Box 7776 Columbia, SC 29202
 (803) 256-2900

Shelters / Transitional Housing

A. Emergency Shelters
1. City of Columbia Emergency Winter Shelter
 Calhoun St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (855) 678-4357
 Opens during the cold months in the city.
2. Homeless No More
  2411 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 602-6379
 Emergency and Transitional Housing
3. MIRCI
 3809 Rosewood Dr, Columbia, SC 29205 (clinical services)
 Clinical Services: (803) 939-2642
 Outpatient Clinic: (803) 661-8004
 Administrative Services: (803) 789-1844
 Youth (18-21)
4. Oliver Gospel Mission / Toby’s Place
 1100 Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 254-6470
 Men only, Toby’s Place available to women and their children.
5. One80 Place
 3710 Landmark Dr, Suite 301, Columbia, SC 29204
 Veterans: (803) 726-6348
 Men, Women, Veterans, Children
6. Palmetto Place Children and Youth Services
 PO Box 3395 Columbia, SC 29230
 Referral Line: (803) 386-9364
 Main Line: (803) 786-6819
 Youth only (16-21) all gender
7. Rapid Shelter Columbia
 194 Calhoun St, Columbia, SC 29201
 Pio@columbiasc.gov
 Pallet shelters for single men and women.
8. Ronald McDonald House
 2901 Colonial Dr, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 254-3181
 Free place to stay if a child is seriously ill or injured and staying in hospital.
9. Sistercare
 1820 Morlaine Rd Cayce, SC 29033
 Hotline: (803) 765-9428
 Main Office: (803) 926-0505
 Women and children involved in domestic violence situations
10. Transitions
 2025 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 708-4861
 Adults only
B. Shelters for Women and Families / Foster Care
1. Epworth Children’s Home
 2900 Millwood Ave, Columbia, SC 29205
 (803) 256-7394
 Foster Care program
2. Family Promise
 1333 Omarest Dr, Columbia, SC 29210
 (803) 832-4765
3. Hannah House
 1726 Sumter St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803)771-4357
 Applications at Resource and Solution Center:
o 2018A Main St. Columbia, SC 2920
o (803) 828-9125
4. Karis Home
 7320 Broad River Rd Ste K 247, Irmo, SC 29063
 Long term residential care program for biological female victims of sex
trafficking between 12-21
5. Lutheran Services Carolinas
 1118 Union St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 750-9917
 Child and family services, refugee resettlement, day services for youth program,
LSC transitional foster care for unaccompanied children.
6. RUTH House
 2527 Atlas Rd, Columbia, SC 29209
 (803) 776-6353
 Jrjwc@bwcar.org
 Temporary shelter for runaway and homeless teen girls 13-16
7. SCADVASA
 440 Knox Abbott Dr Suite 310, Cayce, SC 29033
 (803)-256-2900
8. Thornwell
 302 South Broad St, Clinton, SC 29325
 (864) 938-2100
 Family services using a continuum of care model for children with ACEs. Offers
in-home counseling for children 13-17, a 14-week program for Laurens County
families, foster care and residential services, child development center, learning
center, momentum summer camp, and read right reading intervention program.
9. Toby’s Place
 1100 Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803)254-6470
 Women and children
10. Women's Shelter
 3425 Main St, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803)779-4706
 Women only
C. Transitional Housing
1. Family Promise
 1333 Omarest Dr, Columbia, SC 29210
 (803) 832-4765
 2. Hannah House
 1726 Sumter St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 771-4357
 Applications at Resource and Solution Center:
o 2018A Main St. Columbia, SC 29201
o (803) 828-9125
3. Samaritans Well
 129 Gibson Ct, Lexington, SC 29072
 (803) 785-0129
4. St. Lawrence Place
 2400 Waites Rd, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 256-3999
 Families with children.
D. Veterans Emergency/Transitional
1. Alston Wilkes Society
 3519 Medical Dr, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 799-2490
 Rehabilitative services to veterans, homeless and released.
2. Central Midlands Transitional Retreat
 201 Duffie Dr, Lexington, SC 29702
 (803) 359-1509
 Specifically for veterans who have a partnership with the VA. Includes
transitional housing, education, training, financial counseling, and employment
consulting. Helps with obtaining certificates of release, discharge, birth
certificates, photo ID, driver’s license, resume writing, completing job
applications.
3. One80 Place
 3710 Landmark Dr, Suite 301, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 726-6348
 *Contact local VA: (803) 776-4000 and ask for the Homeless Veterans Program
or go to the VA Hospital Emergency Room

Shower and Laundry Services

1. Clean of Heart
 809 Calhoun Street, Columbia, SC 29201
 *By appointment only 803-399-9654
 M, W, Th from 8:30-2pm
 Laundry and shower services
2. Christ Ministries Columbia Mission Station
 2401 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 765-1998
 Clothing for men and women (Monday – Thursday, 9 am – 11 am), adult
incontinent supplies, hygiene supplies, shower and laundry facilities.
3. St. Luke’s Fresh Start
  1300 Pine St, Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 254-2327
 Laundry and shower services, food and meals, clothing and sundries, financial
assistance.
 Open on Thursdays from 9am – 12pm, and every other Saturday 12pm – 2pm.
Transportation
1. Christ Central Ministries Resource and Solution Center
 2018A Main St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 828-9125
 Works with clients to make life improvement plans, helps obtain transportation
for clients to get to needed resources, monitors and helps adjust improvement
plans.
2. The Comet
 3613 Lucius Rd, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 255-7100
 Offers discounted fares for those with Military ID, seniors 65+
4. Kershaw Connect
 803-934-0396 ext.147
 Transportation through Camden and Elgin areas
 The fare is $1.00 each way, citizens 65 and older and individuals with disabilities
ride for half fare.
 Routes:
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 https://www.townofelginsc.com/ride-the-kershaw-connect/
5. ModivCare
 SC Region 2: 1-866-445-6860
 Non-emergency medical transportation
6. Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
 (803)363-6783
 Medicaid recipients can request free transportation to non-emergency medical
services
7. Wellhaven Home Care
 Transportation Services:
 church, social events, errands, doctors
1. flat fee charged in 30 min increments
8. Restoration 803
 PO Box 1282 Columbia, SC 29202
 (888) 970-2004
 Offers bus passes

Trauma Services
1. Pathways to Healing
 3830 Forest Dr, Suite 201, Columbia, SC 29204
 Office: (803) 790-8208
 24-hour Hotline: (803) 771-7273
24-hour response services, clinical awareness, legal advocacy, education, training,
outreach, and awareness.
2. NAMI Mid-Carolina
 PO Box: 2526 Columbia, SC 29202
 (803) 206-2916
 Family and connection support groups online.
3. Live Oak Counseling Center
 600 King St Columbia, SC 29205
 (803) 256-1033
 Non-profit agency that offers psychotherapy, support, education, and guidance to
individuals and families in the midlands and South Carolina

Veteran Services
1. Alston Wilkes Veteran Home
 3519 Medical Dr, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 799-2490 ext. 303
 Provide supportive services to Veterans and their families, individuals with justice
system involvement, and at-risk youth and adults in our community
2. Eastern Carolina Housing Organization (ECHO)
 2625 Hardee Ct, Unit A, Sumter, SC 29150
 (843) 213-1798
 Housing first program, veteran programs, housing programs, community
programs. ECHO aims to break the cycles of homelessness experienced by those
in their community and assist them in finding a place to call home.
3. One80 Place
 3710 Landmark Dr, Suite 301, Columbia, SC 29204
 Veterans: (803) 726-6348
 Emergency shelter for Men, Women, Veterans, Children
 *Contact local VA: (803) 776-4000 and ask for the Homeless Veterans Program
or go to the VA Hospital Emergency Room
4. Central Midlands Transitional Retreat
 201 Duffie Dr, Lexington, SC 29702
 (803) 359-1509
 Specifically for veterans who have a partnership with the VA. Includes
transitional housing, education, training, financial counseling, and employment
consulting. Helps with obtaining certificates of release, discharge, birth
certificates, photo ID, driver’s license, resume writing, completing job
applications.
5. Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
 VA Regional Office: 6437 Garners Ferry Rd, Suite 1129, Columbia, SC 29209
 (803) 647-2422
 Helps veterans of every generation navigate VA benefits help, transitioning to
civilian life, transportation, employment and entrepreneurship.
6. Wm. Jennings Bryan Dorn Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center
  6439 Garners Ferry Road Columbia, SC 29209
 (803) 776-4000
 Primary care and specialty health services, including mental health services,
surgery, psychiatry, physical medicine and rehabilitation, cardiology, neurology,
oncology, dentistry, geriatrics, extended care, and more
7. South Carolina Department of Veterans Affairs
 1800 St. Julian Place Suite 305 Columbia, SC 29204
 (803) 734-0200
 AssistsVeterans and their families in obtaining benefits, advocates for Veterans
 Career opportunities: https://scdva.sc.gov/career-opportunities-veterans

Vision Services
1. Christ Central Optical Clinic
 2018A Main St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 898-9125
 Vision clinic
2. EyeCare America
 The Academys EyeCare America: public service eye care program
o Senior Program: connects eligible seniors with local volunteer
ophthalmologists who provide medical eye exams for up to one year; no
out-of-pocket cost
o Glaucoma program: provides a glaucoma eye exam at no cost to those
who are eligible and uninsured
o Determine eligibility at aao.org/eyecare-america OR at
eyecareamerica@aao.org OR 877-887-6327
3. InfantSEE – Children
 Optometrists | InfantSEE
 Program that optometrists may participate in to provide eye exams and vision
services to infants.
4. National Federation of the Blind of SC
 www.nfbofsc.org
 (803) 734-4611
 Free white cane program, advocacy, education, employment, safety and support,
scholarships and awards, legal assistance, braille certifications, career mentoring,
blind parent mentoring, free slate and stylus program.
5. SC Commission for the Blind
 Individualized vocational rehabilitation services, independent living services and
prevention-of-blindness services to consumers who are blind and visually
impaired
 www.sccb.sc.gov
 803-898-8731

6. WellPartners Adult Eye Care Clinic

 Richland County Health Department, 2000 Hampton St, Suite 3145, Columbia,
SC 29204
  (803) 888-1692
 Free comprehensive eye care, eye and vision exams, prescriptions, eyeglasses,
dilation, glaucoma screening, refraction, retinal photography, visual field exam.
7. SC State Library- Talking Books Services
 1500 Senate Street Columbia, SC 29201
 www.sctalkingbook.org
 803-734-4611
 Free library service from the South Carolina State Library for anyone who has a
visual, physical, or print disability that prevents them from holding or reading
normal print books.
Worship Services
1. Bethlehem Baptist Church – College Place
 1028 Eastman St, Columbia, SC 29203
 (803) 754-1890
 Mental health ministry and youth ministries.
2. Reformation Lutheran Church
 118 Union St, Columbia, SC 29201
 (803) 252-1507
 Official pride worship service, everyone is welcome and affirmed. Worship every
Sunday at 10am.