Family Connection SC, Connection Corner

 

The 2025 LOOK! exhibit is currently on display for the public at the Food Court Hallway at Columbiana Centre in Columbia and at the Lexington County Library! Visit one of these locations and scan the codes to read the story that accompanies each photo. You can also visit the 2025  Virtual Gallery to view the exhibit and read the stories. Purchase a LOOK! Book to keep the photos and stories forever!

Save the Date for Family Connection events: Buddy Walk: Sunday, November 2, 2025 Saluda Shoals Park Athletic Fields Request sponsorship details! Hopes & Dreams Conference: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 R2i2 Conference Center For our latest training opportunities visit our training calendar!

Opportunities from our Community Partners:

Columbia Fireflies: Pack the Park and Support Family Connection Join Family Connection on Tuesday, August 26 at Segra Park as the Columbia Fireflies take on the Hickory Crawdads. Five dollars from every ticket sold through the link will go to Family Connection!  Buy Tickets! Gates will open at 6:00pm and the game will start at 7:05 PM.

Hire Me SC: Youth Disability Benefits and Employment Workshop Are you between the ages of 14 and 25? Are you interested in going to work or increasing your earnings? Have you been told that working would cause you to lose your cash benefits? At the workshop, facilitators will: Break down myths about working while receiving SSI/SSDI. Connect you with local service providers! Register now for this free ZOOM workshop, then join us on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 9:30 AM – 11 AM

	August is Palmetto ABLE to Save Month, and we’re helping spread the word about a powerful savings tool for individuals with disabilities. During the month of August, new account holders will receive a match of $25 on their initial deposit. Start saving today. Learn more at PalmettoABLE.com!

Did you know? South Carolina offers seven Medicaid waivers for specific populations, including children and young adults with disabilities and special health care needs, to receive specialized services beyond general Medicaid coverage. Descriptions of these waiver programs, who is eligible and how you can apply are available on the Waiver Overview Chart.  A listing of what services are offered through each waiver can be found on the Waiver Comparison Chart. Call our healthcare team at 1-800-578-8750 for additional information!

	Good News:  Recently, Family Connection received a five-year grant from the U.S. Department of Education!  Learn more about this exciting development and what it means for the families we serve!