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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SCDSS Recognizes Kinship Care Month
Sept. 1, 2023 – Governor Henry McMaster has declared September as Kinship Care Month in South Carolina.
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Infant Safely Surrendered in Lowcountry Under Safe Haven Act
August 29, 2023 – Officials with the Moncks Corner Fire Department recently accepted an infant surrendered under Daniel’s Law, the Safe Haven for Abandoned Babies Act, on Monday, August 28, 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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DSS Charges Former Child Care Center Director with Forging Background Check Documents
COLUMBIA, SC – Agents with the South Carolina Department of Social Services have arrested Theresa Lea Foster, a resident of Spartanburg County, with Forgery.
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SC DSS Honors August Employees of the Month
August 17, 2023 -- The South Carolina Department of Social Services Employee of the Month program recognizes staff whose work exemplifies our core principles: Competence, Courage and Compassion.
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