DSS Reminder- Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (DSNAP)
In-Person Events Continue for Specific Counties Impacted by Hurricane Helene
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Nearly $955 Million Invested in Affordable, Accessible and Quality Child Care in South Carolina
December 4, 2024 - The South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS) Department of Early Care and Education (DECE) utilized $954.5 million in federal relief funds over the past four years to bolster quality child care efforts for children, families, and child care programs statewide.
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DSS Announces Second Phase of Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (DSNAP)
In-Person Events for Specific Counties Impacted by Hurricane Helene
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Infant Safely Surrendered in Berkeley County Under Safe Haven Act
November 22, 2024 – Healthcare professionals at Roper Berkeley Hospital in Summerville recently accepted an infant surrendered under Daniel’s Law, the Safe Haven for Abandoned Babies Act, on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. 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 Honors November Employees of the Month
November 15, 2024 -- 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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DSS Announces Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (DSNAP) Relief for Specific Counties Impacted by Hurricane Helene
November 6, 2024- The South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) has announced counties eligible to receive Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (DSNAP) Assistance under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.
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