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DSS Warns Public of Phishing Scam

The South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) recently learned of possible phishing scams in an attempt to acquire personal identifying information from individuals perceived to be recipients of federal benefit programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). It has been reported these scams may include threatening people with an arrest. DSS has reported these possible phishing scams to the proper authorities and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation.

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SC DSS Recognizes Employees of the Month

The South Carolina Department of Social Services’ Employee of the Month Program honors staff whose work exemplifies our core principles: Competence, Courage and Compassion.

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York County DSS to host Back to School Bash

The York County Department of Social Services will host an inaugural Back to School Bash from 10 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019, at the DSS office, 933 Heckle Blvd., Rock Hill, SC 29732.

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Notice of Abandonment -- Greenwood

Greenwood County EMS Medic 50 was presented with an infant child under the Daniel’s Law on July 17, 2019.

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Summer Camp Safety

What Questions Should I Ask Before Enrolling my Child in a Summer Camp Program? As the largest child serving agency in South Carolina, the Department of Social Services (DSS) has a responsibility to help parents access safe, affordable, quality child care. Our child care staff work hard to ensure that children are provided a safe, nurturing and high-quality environment in which to learn and grow.

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Notice of Abandonment -- Greenwood

Medical Professionals at Self-Regional Hospital in Greenwood County received an infant July 3, 2019, under Daniel’s Law. Under the Safe Haven for Abandoned Babies Act, Greenwood County DSS took custody of the child.

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Do you have a complaint regarding services being provided to a child by a state agency? Please submit your complaint by phone (1-800-206-1957) or an electronic submission form here with the South Carolina Department of Children's Advocacy..