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KinGAP
Kinship Guardianship (KinGAP) Facts: What is Kinship Guardianship? Kinship guardianship is a judicially created relationship between a child and a responsible adult that is intended to be permanent and in which the guardian assumes many of…
The Kinship Caregiver's Role
The Kinship Caregivers Role When a child is placed with a kinship/fictive caregiver through the South Carolina Department of Social Services, the caretaker becomes a vital member with of the decision-making team which includes: DSS professionals,…
Getting Help
For the child, the reliability and consistency you offer are important even though it may not seem like a big deal to you. But you may also feel challenged by the responsibilities of kinship care. The role of SCDSS is to promote the safety and…
Documents
If you are providing kinship care for a child who is involved with SCDSS, Kinship Caregivers can expect to see these forms: The Safety Plan (DSS Form 3087) This is a voluntary written agreement signed by parents, the kinship…
FAQs
Q: How long does SC Vouchers for child care/Child Care Scholarships last? A: SC Voucher child care assistance may be provided for 52 weeks or more for a family that has SCDSS involvement (open child protective services or foster care) and for…
Glossary
Here are some terms and acronyms you may see as a kinship caregiver and what they mean. Board Payments This is the monthly payment that a licensed foster care parent can receive to help cover the expenses of a child in their care. Payment is based…
Contact Us
Who Should I Contact for Support? Each SCDSS region has a Kinship Care Coordinator available to answer your questions, help you find resources and advocate for you and the children in your care: Upstate Region: Erica Cunningham…
Family Stories
Kinship caregivers are some of our state’s most important resources. These families are sharing their stories to help other families know what to expect and see how valuable their caregiving can be. Sarah & Larry Walker “People…
What is Prevention?
What is Prevention? The term "prevention" is typically used to represent activities aimed at stopping or reducing an action or behavior, but can also be used to represent activities that promote a positive action or behavior while reducing risk.…
Key Statistics Reports: Major Agency Program Areas
This report provides data snapshots for major programs administered by the SC Department of Social Services, including Child Protective Services, Foster Care, Adoption, Adult Protective Services, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF),…
