New Grant Provides Aid in Strengthening South Carolina Families
September 13, 2023- The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) recently received a grant from the BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina Foundation to fund the development and implementation of a Peer Parent Mentoring program. Parent Partners will mentor eligible families by providing social support, offering guidance on how to navigate the process of reunification, and working with social workers and other professionals to ensure the family is getting needed resources. SCDSS will utilize the Iowa Parent Partner Approach model, which is rated as a “Promising” practice on the Title IV-E Prevention Services Clearinghouse. The Iowa Parent Partner Approach is rated as a promising practice because at least one study achieved a rating of moderate or high on study design and execution and demonstrated a favorable effect on the target outcomes of child permanency and reunification.
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SCDSS Showcases Range of Services in New PSA Campaign
September 11, 2023- The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) is rolling out a series of new public service announcements to educate South Carolinians on the wide range of services the agency offers. The :30 spots are currently running on multiple platforms statewide, including cable and broadcast television, social media, and streaming platforms.
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Infant Safely Surrendered in Pee Dee Under Safe Haven Act
September 8, 2023- Healthcare professionals at McLeod Regional Medical Center recently accepted an infant surrendered under Daniel's Law, the Safe Haven for Abandoned Babies Act, on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. The SC Safe Haven for Abandoned Babies Act provides a safe, legal option to surrender infants up to 60 days old at designed locations outlined by law.
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DSS Announces New Laurens County Director
Columbia, S.C. – The South Carolina Department of Social Services would like to announce Dr. Shebby Neely Aiken as the new Laurens County DSS Director. Dr. Aiken began her role on Thursday, August 17th.
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DAODAS and DSS Recognize September as Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Month
September 6, 2023 - Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed September as Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs) Awareness Month, which recognizes the dangers of alcohol use during pregnancy and the challenges individuals and families can face who are living with FASDs.
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Infant Safely Surrendered in Dorchester County Under Safe Haven Act
September 6, 2023 – Healthcare professionals at Summerville Medical Center recently accepted an infant surrendered under Daniel’s Law, the Safe Haven for Abandoned Babies Act, on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. The SC Safe Haven for Abandoned Babies Act provides a safe, legal option to surrender infants up to 60 days old at designated locations outlined by law.
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