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Investigations
Investigations is the part of DSS that investigates reports of child abuse and neglect by parents, guardians, and caregivers. The best hope is that children are kept safe so they can stay in their own homes with their fami...


Family Preservation
Family Preservation Children are best served when they can safely remain in their homes with their families intact. Sometimes, children might need to be temporarily placed outside of their home while DSS puts resources i...


Foster Care
What is foster care? Foster care is the temporary care of children whose families are having problems, and the children cannot safely remain in the home. Children in the legal custody of the Department of Social Services ...


Birth Parent Information & Support
Parents… We understand that it is devastating when your child is removed and placed in foster care. We believe in you! We care about you! We commit to encourage, honor and support you through the difficult journey ahead. D...


FAQ
How do I maintain my license? Foster parents are required to renew their foster home license every two years. The renewal process requires DSS to gather updated information on the foster family and the home. The assigned...


Contact
Questions? Send us a message using our contact form. Regional Contacts Upstate Region Lynne PinsonRegional Foster Family and Licensing Support Unit Program Coordinator803.522.6580Lynne.Pinson@dss.sc.gov Midlands Region ...


SC Foster Parent Trainings and Resources
For information about local trainings and resources for foster parents, visit: SC Foster Parent Association website SC Foster & Adoptive Parent LMS Foster Parent Training Guidelines Foster Parent Bill of Rights


Board Rate
Board Rates for Regular Foster Homes Effective July 1, 2025 Regular Foster Care - Age 0-5 Monthly Rate - $700.00 Daily Rate - $23.33 Regular Foster Care - Age 6-12 Monthly Rate - $818.00 Daily Rate...


FAQ
What are the steps to becoming a foster parent? You can complete the initial application online, and Heartfelt Calling will follow up with you to explain some of the additional requirements of the licensing process. Or, ...


Contact
Questions? Comments? Concerns? Please contact the Foster Parent Liaison at fphelp@dss.sc.gov or 803-898-4174. Regional Contacts Upstate Region Lynne PinsonRegional Foster Family and Licensing Support Unit Program Coord...