Addiction Recovery
Christ Central Ministries
Christ Central Oconee is meeting the needs of the poor and disadvantaged in the community by first providing basic needs, such as food, clothing, and prayer. The mission then assists individuals in improving their lives and the
lives of their families by providing teaching and training in areas needed for rehab, recovery support, to secure and retain employment, stabilize their family, and develop Christian character including the following areas:
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Mentoring
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Education
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Addiction and Trauma Restoration
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Transitional Housing
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Food and clothing distribution
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Food banks
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Job Training
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Place for Child and Parent Enrichment and Development
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Life Skills Classes
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Relationship Building; Enriching Communities
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Medical Services
Visit their website to learn more Christ Central Ministries - Oconee County SC
Men's: Oconee Addiction Recovery & Solutions Residential Program - 864-638-3322
Women's: Magnolia House Women's Residential Program - 864-916-4040
New Life Women's Recovery Home (Kingdom Over Culture)
A sober living facility located in Oconee Coutny for women in addiction coming out of jail, rehab, or off the streets. In 2023 Kingdom Over Culture launched New Life Women’s Recovery Home, which is a transitional sober living facility. At New Life Women’s Recovery Home, we aspire to create an environment and an opportunity for women who desire to get and remain sober as well as build a new life for themselves and their families.
Visit the Kingdom Over Culture website to learn more Home | Kingdom Over Culture or contact Charity Comeaux for more information: 864-723-7548
Recovery Bridges
A program of the NOLA Network, Recovery Bridges offers affordable individual and group therapy for individuals who are uninsured or underinsured and face barriers to accessing traditional mental health care. They support people in recovery, those currently struggling with substance use, and family members impacted by a loved one’s addiction. In addition to therapy, they offer case management services to help clients navigate resources, coordinate care, and build a stable foundation for long-term recovery.
To learn more, visit their website thenolanetwork.org/recoverybridges or contact them by email at recoverybridges@thenolanetwork.org
FAVOR Upstate
For individuals and families facing addiction. Meetings take place at Seneca Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, located at 115 W. S. 1st Street, Seneca, SC 29678.
For more information, visit https://favorupstate.org/oconee, or contact their Helpline at 864-430-1802
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Alcoholics Anonymous is for anyone who is having problems with alcohol. A.A. provides a solution to alcoholism which has helped many to stop drinking. People who think they might have a problem with drinking may attend "closed" meetings. Those who do not identify with problem drinking are welcome at "open" meetings.
For More Information, visit the local area website at Area 62 - South Carolina Alcoholics Anonymous
Anderson-Oconee Behavioral Health
Provides outpatient substance abuse assessment & treatment counseling for alcohol, drugs, gambling, smoking, family anger management. Each client will be assessed to develop a personalized treatment plan. Additional services include: referrals to detox and residential treatment centers, NARCAN distribution, Medication Assisted Treatment, nicotine replacement therapy, peer support services, ADSAP Services, DOT SAP Services, and Adult, Child, & Adolescent Services.
For more information, visit www.aobhs.org, or contact their office at 864-882-7563 during normal business hours.
Rosa Clark Medical Clinic
Provides Medication Assisted Treatment in conjunction with Suboxone. Additionally, Rosa Clark Medical Clinic offers individual and group substance use disorder counseling. Rosa Clark has offices located in Seneca and Westminster, South Carolina.
Contact their office to learn more: 864-882-4664 or visit their website at https://rosaclarkclinic.org
South Carolina Vocational Rehab Substance Abuse Treatment
The caring professionals in our voluntary four-week residential program guide you through the emotional and physical aspects of confronting addiction and replacing it with a rewarding lifestyle.
The Palmetto Center, located in Florence, SC, serves VR consumers with a full range of vocational and treatment services for people whose employment is prevented or jeopardized by substance abuse or dependence.
For more information about the Palmetto Center, visit the SC Voc Rehab website Substance Abuse Recovery | South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department, SC or call 843-662-9378.
Tamassee DAR Starlight Program
The Starlight Program located at the historic Tamassee DAR School in Tamassee, SC (just south of Salem, SC) is a residential recovery program for mothers and their children focusing on counseling, parenting, education, life and job skills. The program typically lasts 18-24 months. Starlight Program also offers after school, summer camp, and early childhood learning programs.
To learn more, visit their website at Starlight at Tamassee
The Magdalene Clinic
The Magdalene Clinic is a resource for pregnant women with substance abuse and offers prenatal care, mental health counseling, and peer support. The Magdalene Clinic is a collaborative initiative between Prisma Health-Upstate's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Phoenix Center, and Furman University's Institute for the Advancement of Community Health (IACH), and are housed at the ObGyn Center, South Carolina's largest provider of prenatal care, with a location in Oconee County, SC.
Visit their website to learn more: Magdalene Clinic
Giant Slayer Ministries
A faith-based alcohol and drug recovery resource center that assists those seeking help to find a successful environment for their recovery plan. Giant Slayer Ministries is connected and in partnership with many upstate facilities. Once recovery is completed, they offer one-on-one mentoring programs, as well as a monthly mentorship class that is open to the public.
For more information, contact Greg Whitfield at 864-324-4396, or by email at gregwhitfield99@gmail.com
Adult Protective Services
South Carolina Department of Social Services
SC DSS Adult Protective Services goal is to provide intervention and protection for Vulnerable Adults who cannot provide care or protection for themselves in a manner that ensures attention will be given to the Adult’s right to self-determination, lifestyle and culture. These services must be provided in the least restrictive environment as determined by the Adult’s level of care and safety.
To report suspected Abuse, Neglect, or Exploitation of a Vulnerable adult, call 1-888-CARE4US (1-888-227-3487) or click here to make a report online.
Childcare Resources
Affordable Child Care
The cost of child care can be a huge hurdle. We help South Carolina families with low or middle incomes to access child care scholarships that make high quality care more affordable. Child care scholarship opportunities for:
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Low and middle income, TANF or homeless families
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Children with disabilities, developmental delays or in foster care
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Dual language learners
Visit the ABC Quality Website to learn more about Affordable Childcare Options
The Agape Center for Youth and Children
After-school program located in Fair Play, SC at 207 Farmhouse Ln, Fair Play, SC 29643. Rate is $50/week per child. Contact Claire Childers at claire.agape1@gmail.com or by phone at 864-309-5007.
Visit their social media page here The Agape Center for Youth and Children
Tamassee DAR School
The Tamassee DAR School's Navigators Afterschool Program serves K–5th grade students from 3 to 6 PM on school days and from 7:30 AM to 6PM during school closures and holidays. Afterschool focuses on four components: Academics, Citizenship, Enrichment, and Resilience. Their program follows the School District of Oconee County's school calendar for added convenience!
Visit their website to learn more Navigators Afterschool Program - Tamassee DAR School
Seniors Raising Children
Qualifying relatives may receive assistance for their child(ren)'s involvement in a program of your choice such as camps of all types including instructional (math, reading, and more), athletic, music, art, dance, or church camps/activities.
For more information, contact 864-242-9733 and ask for a Family Caregiver Support Program Advocate.
Clothing Resources
'SON' Flower Closet - FREE Clothing
Located at 301 S. Laurel Street, Walhalla, SC 29691, 'SON' Flower Closet provides FREE clothing to those in need. To obtain clothing, recipients MUST live in the Greater Walhalla area.
Hours of Operation: Mon / Tues: 10am - 1pm
Contact: 864-638-2986
Community Tree 1
Community Tree 1 is a local non-profit organization that seeks to make our community a better place by offering many different resources to those in need such as clothing, backpacks for children, food boxes, toys, and more!
Visit their website to learn more: Community Tree 1
Grace's Closet
Located in each public school in the School District of Oconee County, Grace's Closet makes available free food, clothing, hygiene items, school supplies and more for students in our county.
For more information, visit their website Grace's Closet or call 864-557-9399
Care Connection
Care Connection offers FREE children's clothing for families in need every six months. A referral from the Golden Corner Food Pantry or a local pastor is required. Care Connection is located at Oakway United Wesleyan Church in the Oakway Community of Oconee County, SC.
For more information, or to schedule a clothing pickup, call 864-482-1789 or 864-499-4945
Dental Assistance
Rosa Clark Dental Clinic
The Rosa Clark Dental Clinic offers extractions, restorations, cleaning and preventative care on a "sliding fee scale." Located in Seneca, the clinic is centrally located to serve our county.
To learn more, visit their website Dental Services - Rosa Clark Medical Clinic - Seneca SC
Dental Clinic at Oconee Memorial Hospital
In partnership with Primas Health - Oconee Memorial Hospital, the Dental Clinic is conveniently located at Oconee Memorial Hospital, accessible from the Outpatient Entrance. They offer low-cost dental services for low-income individuals.
To schedule an appointment or to learn more, call 864-885-7545
Affordable Denture
Affordable Dentures in Anderson, SC partners with the leading denture provider in the nation to offer the best rates possible for their patients. Dr. Lohse, MD and the talented team at the Anderson office, can provide information on financing and payment plans that you may be eligible for.
To learn more, visit their website Affordable Dentures & Implants in Anderson, SC | Affordable Dentures & Implants
Diapers
United Way of Oconee County
The United Way of Oconee County's basic needs (hygiene kits) and diaper program helps to bridge the gap for residents in our community. No government subsidy program allows the purchase of hygiene or diapers, only food. Diapering for newborns to elder care is available at our office. These items can be very expensive, so our program aims to alleviate the stress of choosing between diapering a loved one and paying a light bill.
Please contact us at 864-882-9743 with any questions or visit their website to learn more United Way of Oconee County
Foothills Care Center
At Foothills Care Center, we walk alongside parents with resources, education, and encouragement. Whether you’re preparing for a new arrival or navigating the challenges of parenthood, we’re here to support you.
Visit their website to learn more Foothills Care Center
Disability Services
South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation
Located at 1951 Wells Hwy, Seneca, SC 29678, SC Vocational Rehab offers vocational and medical assessments of a person's ability to work even if they are disabled. They partner with local businesses and industries to provide employment opportunies and training for persons with disabilities. All Services FREE
Visit their website to learn more and explore options South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department, SC | Official Website
Tribble Center
At Tribble Center, we are proud to be a part of a community that values diversity, inclusion, and empowerment. We believe that by working together, we can create a world that is more accepting and supportive of advocates with disabilities and special needs. Join us in our mission to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Tribble Center is a non-profit agency that is dedicated to improving the lives of advocates with disabilities and special needs. Our mission is to provide comprehensive, person-centered services that promote independence, inclusion, and self-determination. We believe that every person has the right to live a full and meaningful life, and we are committed to making that a reality for the advocates we support. Our team of experienced professionals is passionate about what we do and is dedicated to providing the highest level of support to our advocates and their families.
Learn more about the Tribble Center Tribble Center | Services for those with special needs and disabilities
SC Equipment Distribution Program (Hearing-Related Disabilities)
The South Carolina Equipment Distribution Program (SCEDP) is administered by the Office of Regulatory Staff (ORS) and is funded from the Dual-Party Relay Fund. SCEDP serves South Carolina residents who have trouble hearing or speaking on the phone. The equipment in our program includes specialized phones, cell phone accessories, alerting devices and a tablet. People who qualify for the program are provided equipment at no cost to use for as long as they remain in the state. To qualify for the program, you must be a permanent resident of South Carolina, have phone service, and have trouble hearing or speaking over the phone.
Visit their website to learn more South Carolina Equipment Distribution Program
ARC of Oconee County
It is the mission of the Arc of Oconee County to improve public understanding of those with intellectual and developmental disabilities IDD. We strive to provide individuals with IDD opportunities that enhance and strengthen independence. The Arc Of Oconee County is in compliance with the mission of the Arc Of the United States and is a member of both the Arc of the United States and the Arc of South Carolina
The Arc conducts its business with integrity, accountability, and open, honest and timely communication. The Arc is committed to excellence and quality in all that it does.
Learn more on their website Arc of Oconee County
Able-SC
Able SC is a disability-led organization seeking transformational changes in systems, communities, and individuals. Since 1994, we’ve remained a consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability nonprofit that seeks to make South Carolina a national model of equity and inclusion for all people with disabilities.
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We are the state’s oldest and largest federally recognized disability-led organization.
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More than 3/4 of our staff are people with disabilities, as are over half of our Board of Directors.
We practice equity, disability justice and representation, and true inclusion through consumer-driven independence and disability pride. We didn’t just learn this. As people with disabilities, our work doesn’t end when we leave the office. Disability is part of who we are. We live this every day.
Visit their website to learn more Able SC
Family Connection SC
Since 1990, Family Connection has been serving families of children with disabilities and chronic health conditions. We have served more than 100,000 families and today the need is greater than ever. We have been the Parent Training and Information Center for South Carolina since 2015. Our staff are highly trained professionals who are parents themselves, and will provide information, support, education and referrals to meet the individualized needs of the family. Our staff is ready to help parents navigate the stages of their child’s journey and help them chart a true course for success.
Call 800-578-8750 to learn more, or visit their website Family Connection of South Carolina
Education Resources
Oconee Adult Education Office
Oconee Adult Education will continue to produce students who can communicate effectively, solve problems competently, think critically and creatively, act responsibly, and recognize and respect the right of individual differences. Students will be life-long learners who are technologically literate and who are able to succeed in a diverse global society.
Our goal will be accomplished through positive instruction with an appropriate assessment by a fully trained staff, up-to-date facilities, and resources, parental involvement and collaboration with business and community.
Oconee County Adult Education Center is a part of the School District of Oconee County, offering educational opportunities for adults in our community.
Servicios educativos disponibles en español.
To learn more, call 864-886-4429 or visit their website Oconee County Adult Education
Palmetto Youth Connections
The Palmetto Youth Connections assist youth ages 17-24 years old obtain workfore training, GED, and occupational skills. They place an emphasis on jobs, attending post-secondary education or enlisting in the US Military. Additionally, they offer supportive services and individual career coaching.
*Palmetto Youth Connections only accepts students who qualify for WIOA assistance. *
Contact 864-634-8861 for more information, or visit their website to learn more Palmetto Youth Connections
Tri-County Technical College
Fast, flexible, industry-recognized workforce training and certificate programs available at little-to-no cost. Some programs can be completed in as little as 14 weeks!
Start working towards your new career today by calling 864-646-8282 or visitng Tri-County Technical College in Upstate SC | TCTC
Tamassee DAR School
Tamassee DAR School’s Early Childhood Learning Program serves infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, including SC First Steps 4K. Our teachers stimulate brain development and kindergarten readiness through play-based learning.
Tamassee’s Afterschool and Summer Program serve kindergarten to middle school students. Our teachers and tutors support students to excel in school and become exceptional citizens.
Tamassee’s educational programs are nationally accredited by the Council on Accreditation, and the Early Learning Center is licensed by the South Carolina Department of Social Services and an ABC Quality provider. Let us help your child reach for the stars!
Learn more by visiting their website Tamassee DAR School
SC Works - Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act
For qualified candidates, the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act covers all costs of Certificate Programs at Tri-County Technical College and other training facilities. Program / Certificate options include welding, CDL programs, nursing aid, CNC operator, EKG Technician, and heavy equipment operation.
To find out more about this program, contact SC Works at 864-508-6651
Employment Assistance
SC Works - QuickJobs Development Center
Through the SC Works center, the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce, the S.C. Department of Social Services, the Commission of the Blind, Adult Education, and the S.C. Department of Vocational Rehabilitation leverage the state’s workforce system by providing services such as career guidance, job referrals, and testing and training to meet the needs of jobseekers, employers and those looking to further their careers.
Go to the SC Works Website to find your new career today! SC Works
Goodwill Career and Training Center
Goodwill is more than a store to many. For some, it was an affordable path to a professional skill certification. Free coaching for a job interview. Resume help for a parent rejoining the workforce. And job training are all available at Goodwill!
Learn how Goodwill can help Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina
Jobs for Individuals with Criminal Records
SC Works, in partnership with various employers, assists individuals who have a criminal history and are in need of employment. From providing job training skills, to matching a job-seeker with a "second chance employer", SC Works can help! Everyone makes mistakes, but you can turn your life around with SC Works!
Start fresh by visiting SC Works today Ex-Offenders | SC Works
Ride To Work Ministry
While we are not affiliated with any specific church, we work with several local churches for support of clients. An all-volunteer Board of Directors oversees the operations and all work is done by volunteers.
Applicants apply on-line at rtwministry.org and must have a job/about to get one, legitimately have no other means of transportation, have a talk/text phone, and have a “success plan” for finding their own transportation as soon as possible.
Our volunteers meet and interview them to make sure they are ‘job ready’, arrange for the rides, and coach them on their success plan throughout the process. We provide low cost rides ($5 to $10 per day – depending on distance – for up to a few months) to give the rider time to find another ride or save money for their own transportation. Riders must be committed to achieving self-sufficiency. Along with the application and interview process we have found the rider’s willingness to pay a small amount for the ride is evidence that they have ‘skin in the game’.
To apply, or learn more about Ride to Work Ministries, visit their website Ride To Work Ministry Nonprofit, Inc. – Ride into your Future!
South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation
Vocational & medical assessment of a person’s ability to work even if disabled. Train at the on-site factory/locate a job with a local business. All services free. Job readiness training provides you with real world experience and skill development in an environment designed to prepare you for the modern workforce. In partnership with the SC Department of Adult Education, we provide foundational workplace training such as writing, reading and math which are first assessed through vocational testing. Additional opportunities for post-secondary training at technical colleges or universities are also available.
Visit South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department, SC | Official Website to learn more
The Tribble Center
The Tribble Center provides employment training and assists clients who have disabilites and special needs, matching their skills to potential employer partners in our area.
For more information, visit their website Tribble Center | Services for those with special needs and disabilities
Employment Training
South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation
Vocational & medical assessment of a person’s ability to work even if disabled. Train at the on-site factory/locate a job with a local business. All services free. Job readiness training provides you with real world experience and skill development in an environment designed to prepare you for the modern workforce. In partnership with the SC Department of Adult Education, we provide foundational workplace training such as writing, reading and math which are first assessed through vocational testing. Additional opportunities for post-secondary training at technical colleges or universities are also available.
Visit South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department, SC | Official Website to learn more
Tri-County Technical College
Fast, flexible, industry-recognized workforce training and certificate programs available at little-to-no cost. Some programs can be completed in as little as 14 weeks!
Start working towards your new career today by calling 864-646-8282 or visitng Tri-County Technical College in Upstate SC | TCTC
SC Works - Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act
For qualified candidates, the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act covers all costs of Certificate Programs at Tri-County Technical College and other training facilities. Program / Certificate options include welding, CDL programs, nursing aid, CNC operator, EKG Technician, and heavy equipment operation.
To find out more about this program, contact SC Works at 864-508-6651
Financial Assistance
Rent & Utilities
Oconee United Way Ministries
Oconee United Way Ministries provides limited emergency financial assistance with essential obligations such as rent and utility bills. Contact the United Way for an appointment to discuss your specific needs and situation. United Way is open on Tuesdays, 9am - 11am.
Call 864-882-0504 and leave a message
SHARE (Sunbelt Human Advancement Resources)
Services include rent and utility bill assistance. In order to qualify for rent payment assistance, you must have been served with an eviction notice. Assistance with propane utility bills is limited to twice per year.
To find out if you qualify for assistance, contact 864-882-3495.
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army, a faith-based organization, provides emergency assistance (by appointment). Types of assistance may include utility bill assistance, food, and Christmas needs. While The Salvation Army does provide disaster assistance, applicants must have a referral from the Red Cross as well as an incident report from the local fire department. Other qualification criteria may apply.
Contact The Salvation Army to find out more 864-882-1160 or by visiting Oconee County - The Salvation Army
The American Red Cross - Disaster Services
The American Red Cross provides a wide variety of resources for our community, primarily in times of disaster. They are known for assisting victims of residential fires, as well as for blood donation drives, and many other community assistance programs.
To find out if you qualify for Red Cross assistance, contact their local chapter by calling 803-540-1200
Food Pantries
Golden Corner Food Pantry - Seneca
The Golden Corner Food Pantry is the largest food pantry in Oconee County, serving approximately 1,100 low-income and disadvantaged households each month with emergency and supplemental food. As a 501(c)(3) organization, we work closely with local churches, civic organizations and other charities in the County to identify and include needy families.
Qualified applicants, who live in Oconee County and earn less than 150% of Federal Poverty Level 2025 1-15-25 guidelines, can receive food once every 30 days.
Income limits and other documentation apply to the HOUSEHOLD. A HOUSEHOLD is everyone living at the same address.
If you have questions please call us at 864-882-3610 between the hours of 10 am and noon Monday through Friday or come to physical location: 635 Business Park Drive, Seneca, SC, or visit our website at Golden Corner Food Pantry
College Street Baptist Church - Walhalla
The CSBC Food Pantry is a vital, hands-on ministry of College Street Baptist Church. We are driven by the call of Jesus to love our neighbors and show His compassion in practical ways. Our mission is to serve the Walhalla and Oconee County community by providing food, essential supplies, and prayer to individuals and families facing food insecurity. This ministry is open to all, and we are honored to serve you with dignity and respect.
For Food Pantry Schedules, Call the Church at (864) 638-2986 or Visit CSBC Website CSBC Food Pantry | College Street Baptist
The Salvation Army - Seneca
The Salvation Army, a faith-based organization, provides emergency assistance (by appointment). Types of assistance may include utility bill assistance, food, and Christmas needs. While The Salvation Army does provide disaster assistance, applicants must have a referral from the Red Cross as well as an incident report from the local fire department. Other qualification criteria may apply.
Contact The Salvation Army to find out more 864-882-1160 or by visiting Oconee County - The Salvation Army
St. Luke United Methodist Church - Walhalla
St. Luke United Methodist Church in Walhalla, SC offers a food pantry for those in need. Their food pantry is available on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, from 4:30pm - 5:30pm, located at 607 E. Main Street, Walhalla, SC.
For more information, you can contact the church at 864-638-3628.
Calvary Church of God - Westminster
Calvary Church of God offers a Food Pantry ministry, located at 10102 Long Creek Hwy, Westminster, SC 29693. The Food Pantry is available on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month, from 4:00pm - 5:30pm.
For more information, contact the church at 864-842-2135
Mount Nebo's Grace Food Pantry - Seneca / Clemson
Mount Nebo Baptist Church, located on Nebo Church Road in Seneca offers a food patry on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 10am - Noon.
Pickup Location is 225 Nebo Church Rd, Seneca, SC 29678.
For more information, call (864) 882-0679
Community Tree 1 - Westminster
Community Tree 1 is a local non-profit organization that seeks to make our community a better place by offering many different resources to those in need such as clothing, backpacks for children, food boxes, toys, and more!
Visit their website to learn more: Community Tree 1
Food Stamps / SNAP / TANF
South Carolina Department of Social Services
Households, individuals, seniors, and the homeless may all be eligible for SNAP benefits. People who are working and need help to stretch their income to purchase food may also be eligible for SNAP benefits as well as those receiving Social Security benefits, child support, or unemployment.
DSS administers SNAP through DSS county offices. Eligibility caseworkers interview applicants and approve those who qualify to receive the food benefit.
Qualified applicants for SNAP begin receiving benefits within 30 days of their application. Some families and individuals need expedited benefits, which begin within seven days of application.
For more information, visit their website South Carolina Department of Social Services
SC THRIVE
SC THRIVE helps with filing for Healthy Connections Medicaid, long term care benefit, SNAP, TANF, medically indigent assistance, refugee cash assistance, SC birth certificate and Social Security Card replacement.
Call their toll-free number to take advantage of their assistance 800-726-8774
Rosa Clark Medical Clinic
In addition to providing medical and dental services, the Rosa Clark Clinic in Seneca also assists clients and patients with applying for SNAP and TANF benefits.
For more information and assistance, please contact their clinic at 864-882-4664
Foster Care Resources
Fostering Faithfully
Fostering Faithfully is a faith-based organization that helps to support foster families in our community. We know that not everyone can foster, so Fostering Faithfully bridges the gap between those who need help and those who want to help. Emotionally and economically we connect foster children and the families who love them to the community that cares for them by connecting loving volunteers and donors through a tangible support network providing resources and programs.
For more information, visit their website Fostering Faithfully
Collins Children's Home
Collins Family Ministries exists to embody the love of Christ by providing compassion to families, at-risk young adults, and children who are experiencing hardship. We provide shelter to children and youth, strength to families and stability to our community.
Collins Family Ministries aspires to see children, young adults, and families flourishing in Christ-centered homes.
To learn more about Collins Childrens Home, call 864-882-0893 (M-Th, 8:30am - 6pm), or visit their website Collins Family Ministries | Seneca, SC
Housing & Housing Repair
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is a movement of people in your local area and around the world, working together to build more prosperous and vibrant communities by making sure everyone has a decent, safe, affordable place to call home.
Since our founding in 1976 as a Christian organization, together we have helped more than 62 million people globally build their futures on their own terms through access to decent housing. We’ve done that by working alongside people of all walks of life to build, repair and finance their homes, by innovating new ways of building and financing, and by advocating for policies that make constructing and accessing housing easier for everyone. Together, we build homes, communities and hope.
To explore housing assistance options, visit Habitat for Humanity housing help | Habitat for Humanity
United Housing Connections
United Housing Connections wants to help! We help match people and families on the verge of homelessness or currently experiencing homelessness with housing and other important resources. To qualify for our services, you must:
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Currently in Upstate South Carolina AND living:
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in a car
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in a shelter
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on the streets or outdoors
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a place like an abandoned house, or a building without utilities
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with domestic violence and actively fleeing from domestic violence
If you answered YES to any of the above, please visit our website and complete the Find Housing Form with as much information as possible so we can connect you to the correct person.
Website: Find Housing | United Housing Connections | Greenville, SC
For more information, you can call us at (864) 241-0462
SC Regional Housing Authority
The South Carolina Regional Housing Authority assists low-income individuals and families with affordable housing opportunities. Through the Section 8 and Public Housing programs, they have options available to people who need affordable housing. Tenants must meet certain criteria to be eligible for these programs.
Visit the SCRHA website for more information SC Regional Housing Authority Home, or contact them by phone at (864) 885-1659
Family Promise - Pickens County, SC
Family Pomise is a nonprofit organization committed to helping low-income families achieve lasting independence. Family Promise enables churches and volunteers to meet homeless families' immediate needs for shelter, meals, and comprehensive support services.
For eligibility and other information, call 864-644-8828 or visit their website Family Promise of Pickens County, SC
Our Daily Rest
Our Daily Rest is a registered non-profit, dedicated to improving the lives of homeless people by providing comprehensive case management, counseling services, employment , and mentorship in a safe home atmosphere so they are able to get back on their feet. Our Daily Rest provides homeless assessments to anyone that is experiencing homelessness that allows us to see what assistance we can provide at no cost to the individual.
*Pre-screening is required and there is usually a wait-list*
For information, visit their website to learn how to enroll in this program HOME | Our Daily Rest
For information about the White Flag Program, a temporary heating shelter during the winter, call (864) 482-2040 or visit their website White Flag Program | Our Daily Rest
The Hub Ministries
The Hub Ministries is a faith-based organization offering a variety of services, including transitional housing and assistance getting people "back on their feet."
While housing is an emerging crisis in our community, providing housing alone does not set people up for success and does not “fix” the problem. Our transitional housing sector is more than providing a place to live – it is a transformational program where the participants are required to attend and adhere to different educational programs and classes. It’s more than simply providing a temporary housing arrangement; it’s about equipping individuals and empowering them to change their own lives.
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Real Men Redemption
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Workforce Development
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ReBuild Real Men
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Senior Affordable Living
To learn more, visit their website Hub Ministries – Building The Kingdom With Excellence
SC Home Weatherization
The GLEAMNS Weatherization Program is part of a nationwide initiative to deliver energy efficiency services to low-income families. Our program aims to reduce energy costs by improving home energy efficiency while ensuring the health and safety of those we serve. Services are available in Oconee County to low-income residents.
Our program employs a variety of weatherization measures tailored to each home’s unique needs. These can include:
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Insulating walls, floors, and attics
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Sealing air leaks and improving ventilation
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Repairing or replacing inefficient heating and cooling systems
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Installing energy-efficient lighting and appliances
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Conducting safety checks for carbon monoxide and other hazards
In addition to these services, we provide practical Weatherization Tips to help families maintain energy efficiency throughout the year.
For more information, including income eligibility, visit Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
Emmauel's Hammer
Emmanuel’s Hammer works with community service organizations, churches, and government agencies to identify homeowners who have experienced a home disaster or who are facing a critical situation that affects the safety, sanitation, or security of their home.
We provide critical repairs – or for houses beyond repair, complete rebuilds. The homes we work on might have inadequate sanitation, structural hazards, lack of water, lack of heating, inappropriate ventilation, the presence of insects or vermin, faulty weather protection, or fire hazards. And, unfortunately, the homeowners we work with are unable to pay for the needed repairs themselves. All of our services are provided at no charge.
If you need assistance, visit Need Help? - Emmanuel's Hammer and complete the online form. You can also call 864-214-6139
Rebuild Upstate
Rebuild Upstate offers an application program opportunity including ramps & steps, aging in place, and critical repairs. These are all need based and determined by the Rebuild Upstate team after the application is submitted. While the work aims to keep families safe, the application process allows us to maximize funding opportunities for each applicant. This helps us better report to our funders and reduce waiting times for better-funded opportunities. Rebuild Upstate works with around 12 repair funders, many of which have their eligibility criteria.
To learn more about eligibility requirements as well as services available, visit Home - Rebuild Upstate
Able-SC
Able SC is a disability-led organization seeking transformational changes in systems, communities, and individuals. Able SC offers housing resources for those with disabilities or health conditions.
Since 1994, we’ve remained a consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability nonprofit that seeks to make South Carolina a national model of equity and inclusion for all people with disabilities.
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We are the state’s oldest and largest federally recognized disability-led organization.
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More than 3/4 of our staff are people with disabilities, as are over half of our Board of Directors.
We practice equity, disability justice and representation, and true inclusion through consumer-driven independence and disability pride. We didn’t just learn this. As people with disabilities, our work doesn’t end when we leave the office. Disability is part of who we are. We live this every day.
Visit their website to learn more Able SC
You can also contact them by phone at 800.681.7715
Wheelchair Ramps - Eternal Shepherd Lutheran Church
Eternal Shepherd Lutheran Church in Seneca, in addition to the many outreach programs, provides wheelchair ramps for low-income individuals in our area who have mobility challenges at their home.
To inquire about this program, contact Deek Decker at 864-356-2135, or by email at docdeek0@yahoo.com
Sleep in Heavenly Peace
Sleep in Heavenly Peace is always eager to help families in need whose kids have uncomfortable sleeping arrangements. Our goal is to deliver beds to as many qualified applicants as possible. We are a volunteer-run organization and subject to the availability of beds for each chapter. When a chapter has beds that can be delivered, they review applications and get as many delivered as they possibly can. We make and deliver twin size beds as supplies and donations allow.
For eligibility information, or to apply for a bed, visit Sleep in Heavenly Peace and select the Westminster chapter.
Housing - Transitional
Our Daily Rest
Our Daily Rest is a registered non-profit, dedicated to improving the lives of homeless people by providing comprehensive case management, counseling services, employment , and mentorship in a safe home atmosphere so they are able to get back on their feet. Our Daily Rest provides homeless assessments to anyone that is experiencing homelessness that allows us to see what assistance we can provide at no cost to the individual.
*Pre-screening is required and there is usually a wait-list*
For information, visit their website to learn how to enroll in this program HOME | Our Daily Rest
For information about the White Flag Program, a temporary heating shelter during the winter, call (864) 482-2040 or visit their website White Flag Program | Our Daily Rest
The Hub Ministries
The Hub Ministries is a faith-based organization offering a variety of services, including transitional housing and assistance getting people "back on their feet."
While housing is an emerging crisis in our community, providing housing alone does not set people up for success and does not “fix” the problem. Our transitional housing sector is more than providing a place to live – it is a transformational program where the participants are required to attend and adhere to different educational programs and classes. It’s more than simply providing a temporary housing arrangement; it’s about equipping individuals and empowering them to change their own lives.
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Real Men Redemption
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Workforce Development
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ReBuild Real Men
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Senior Affordable Living
To learn more, visit their website Hub Ministries – Building The Kingdom With Excellence
Legal Assistance
South Carolina Legal Services
South Carolina Legal Services (SCLS) provides free legal assistance in a wide variety of civil (non-criminal) legal matters to eligible low income residents of South Carolina. SCLS does not discriminate on the basis of disability, or any class status protected by federal, state, or local laws and regulations.
*Note - South Carolina Legal Services does NOT provide assistance for Criminal Cases. For Criminal Cases, refer to the Public Defender's office in the county where the crime occurred.*
Visit South Carolina Legal Services to find out if South Carolina Legal Services can assist you.
Public Defender's Office - Oconee County
State and federal law provides that all persons have the constitutional right to be represented by an attorney if they have been accused of a crime and the punishment for that crime could be time in jail or prison. If that person is financially unable to hire an attorney, then the law provides that an attorney shall be appointed to represent them. A Public Defender is appointed by the Court to represent defendants in criminal court who are financially indigent. All Public Defenders are attorneys who have been licensed to practice law in the state of South Carolina.
To apply for a Public Defender, contact the Oconee County Public Defender's Office at 864-638-3133. For other counties in South Carolina, visit their website SCCID Public Defenders by County to find the phone number for the county in which the crime occurred.
Lifestyle Counseling
Ripple of One
Ripple of One is a local organization that assists families escape poverty using a plan to move toward self-sufficiency. Ripple of One empowers families to move beyond public assistance and into their full God-given potential. It is a program designed to help those who are stuck at the benefits cliff – a situation where a small increase in a family’s income, such as a raise or promotion, leads to a sudden decrease in the public benefits they receive.
For more information visit their website Ripple of One – Empowering Families to Move Beyond Public Assistance
Heath's Haven
Heath's Haven is a local program that provides families with the basic tools needed for healthy relationships. The Strengthening Families Program is a 14 session program providing weekly meet-ups to families with children aged 6 to 11 with program coordinators. These meet-ups will help families develop positive discipline practices, stay resilient in tough times, reduce conflict, improve parenting skills, and assist children with social skills, relationships, and school performance.
This program provides:
- Weekly 2.5 hour meet-ups -including a meal
- Parenting education
- One-one-one support to children and parents
To find out more about Heath's Haven, call 864-710-5851
Meals & Home Delivery
Our Daily Bread - Seneca
Our Daily Bread is an interdenominational Christian ministry committed to addressing the needs of the poor and underserved. We will provide daily, nourishing meals in a pleasant, friendly setting designed both to alleviate physical hunger, as well as provide an encouraging and supportive environment to enable hope. We also provide informational support to help our guests find ways to solve the problems that aggravate their individual situation.
Meals are available at their location (106 Jordan St, Seneca, SC 29678), Mon - Fri 11:30am - 12:30pm.
For more information, visit their website Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen Seneca SC
Dot's Kitchen - Westminster
Dot's Kitchen is a local non-profit organization that offers free lunch for those needing nourishment. Lunch is take-out ONLY and is served at the American Legion Building in Westminster, located at 205 Lucky St, Westminster, SC 29693. Food is served Mon - Fri, 11:30am - 12:30pm.
For more information, visit them during serving hours.
Ann Hope United Methodist Church
Here at Ann Hope our Wednesday night supper has over time evolved into something more. We still meet for food and fellowship, but we invite the poor and underprivileged to come to the table with us. We begin with a short devotion and prayer, and then share a meal together. Wednesday night supper is always free to everyone, and is supported by entirely by donations, and the efforts of volunteers.
FREE Supper is served at 6pm each WEDNESDAY.
Location: 702 Goddard Ave, Seneca, SC 29678
For questions or more information, contact the office at (864) 882-5502 or you can visit their website Ann Hope UMC Seneca,SC
Senior Solutions
Since the inception of our first home delivered meal program more than 15 years ago, we are proud to have grown to deliver nearly 10K meals every week across 13 counties in the Upstate as of 2024. Our dedicated drivers & volunteers deliver more than just a meal, however- by fostering social connections and providing safety checks for those living alone, Meals on Wheels Upstate SC helps local seniors maintain their health and independence while aging in the comfort of their own homes & communities.
For more information, contact Senior Solutions at 888-516-4788 or visit their website Senior Solutions
Medicaid Resources
South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
The Department of Health and Human Services is the administrator of Healthy Connections, South Carolina’s Medicaid Program. Medicaid provides health coverage for eligible residents of South Carolina, including:
Children
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Parent and Caretaker Relatives
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Pregnant Women
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People Over the Age of 65
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People with Disabilities
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Children with Developmental Delays
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Breast and Cervical Cancer Patients
To access more information, contact SCDHHS on their website Homepage | SCDHHS, or you can call them at 864-638-4420, Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm
SC THRIVE
SC THRIVE helps with filing for Healthy Connections Medicaid, long term care benefit, SNAP, TANF, medically indigent assistance, refugee cash assistance, SC birth certificate and Social Security Card replacement.
Call their toll-free number to take advantage of their assistance 800-726-8774
Senior Solutions
We offer Senior Centers, Adult Day Care, Transportation, Home Care Services, Meal Delivery, Assisted Living, Insurance Services, and Group Dining. Our mission every day is to enable seniors to live independently and get the essential care they need within the Upstate community.
For more information, visit their website and fill out the online form: How Can We Help YOU? — Senior Solutions
Medical Assistance / Service
Oconee Public Health Department
The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) provides a range of public health services at county health departments located across the state. These services include:
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Family Planning
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Immunizations
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Opioid OD Kits with Naloxone (opioid overdose antidote)
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STD/HIV/Hep C testing and treatment
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Tuberculosis treatment
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WIC services
For a complete listing of the services we provide, visit our public health services page.
The Oconee County Public Health Clinic is located at 609 N. Townville St, Seneca, SC 29678.
Rosa Clark Medical Clinic (Seneca and Westminster)
The Rosa Clark Medical Clinic is a Federally Qualified Health Center providing Primary Care, Pharmacy, Mental Health, and Dental Services.
All services are provided at discounted rates based on a sliding fee scale. They have two locations in Oconee County: Seneca and Westminster.
To learn more, visit Rosa Clark Medical Clinic - Seneca SC
Access Health Mountain Lakes
Mountain Lakes AccessHealth (MLAH) is a community network (funded by The Duke Endowment) comprised of more than 20 local agencies working together with physicians to strengthen healthcare delivery for the uninsured. Through compassionate care coordination, low-income uninsured adults meet regularly with MLAH team members to develop and implement an individualized plan of care. Services include: connecting participants to a medical home for comprehensive primary care; coordinating referrals to specialists; assisting participants with low-cost medications; connecting patients to additional community resources and federal assistance programs; and providing on-going education on chronic disease management to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to improve their quality of life.
To enroll in AccessHealth, you must complete an application, available by calling 864-885-7341
Clemson Rural Health
Clemson Rural Health is the organizing framework for Clemson's health service delivery and prevention efforts statewide - with locations including the Clemson Health Clinic at Walhalla, Clemson Health Clinic at Orangeburg, Clemson Community Primary Care, Clemson Rural Health Support Office at Abbeville, and a fleet of Clemson Rural Health mobile health units.
We pride ourselves in delivering holistic, patient-centered care to both campus and community members. Our services include traditional medical visits and complementary approaches like dietetics and nutrition, social work, and health coaching and education.
Our clinics offer same-day appointments for a wide range of services at most locations.
To make an appointment, visit Clemson Rural Health Services
The National Hispanic Family Health Helpline
The National Hispanic Family Health Helpline provides free reliable and confidential health information in Spanish and English to help callers navigate the health system. Staffed by bilingual health promotion advisors who provide basic information on a wide range of health topics. Additionally, our up-to-date database includes over 14,660 providers enabling health promotion advisors to refer callers to health care services in their community.
Call 866-783-2645 M-F 9am to 6pm eastern, or visit their website https://www.healthyamericas.org/help-line
La Línea Nacional de Salud Familiar Hispana ofrece información de salud confiable y confidencial de manera gratuita en español e inglés para ayudar a los llamantes a navegar el sistema de salud. Está atendida por asesores de promoción de la salud bilingües que proporcionan información básica sobre una amplia variedad de temas de salud. Además, nuestra base de datos actualizada incluye más de 14,660 proveedores, lo que permite a los asesores de promoción de la salud referir a los llamantes a servicios de atención médica en su comunidad.
Llame al 866-783-2645 de lunes a viernes de 9 a.m. a 6 p.m., horario del este, o visite su sitio web https://www.healthyamericas.org/help-line
American Cancer Society Road to Recovery
The American Cancer Society Road To Recovery® program eases your burden by giving free rides to cancer-related medical appointments. Our trained volunteer drivers are happy to pick you up, take you to your appointment, and drop you off at home. All for free and all to make your days a little easier. Not having a ride shouldn’t stand between you and lifesaving treatment.
*Patients must be traveling to a cancer-related medical appointment.
Connect with us by calling 1-800-227-2345 to learn more about Road To Recovery® availability near you and other resources to help you on your cancer journey.
Emerson Rose Heart Foundation
Each year the Emerson Rose Heart Foundation provides significant resources to fulfill our mission of serving families who are preparing for or caring for a child with a congenital heart defect (CHD). Our team understands first-hand many of the challenges caregivers face while caring for a child in the hospital and beyond. Whether you need financial assistance, help locating resources and support groups or simply prayer, we are here for you.
If this is an emergency situation and you are in immediate financial need, please call us at 864-365-6188.
Visit our website to learn more Emerson Rose Heart Foundation
Anderson-Oconee Speech & Hearing
Founded in 1967, Anderson-Oconee Speech & Hearing (AOSH) is a non-profit organization located in the South Carolina upstate. With two offices located in the region, we are determined to meet the needs and concerns of the surrounding area while delivering exceptional service to anyone suffering from a speech and/or hearing problem.
Although we do have fees for our services, as a registered affiliate of United Way, and an approved provider of Medicaid and Medicare, we do have a sliding fee schedule. In fact, we are the only agency in Anderson County (a place where approximately 24,500 residents live below the poverty line) that services hearing impaired children whose families cannot afford it.
To contact AOSH's Seneca Office, call 864-226-2477 or visit their website Anderson-Oconee Speech and Hearing Services
Lions Club - Eyeglasses & Hearing Aid Assistance
Since 1925, Lions International has been a champion in helping combat vision impairment and blindness. With this same conviction, Lions have also been a force in providing medical care and education to help prevent hearing loss.
The best way for an individual to receive eyeglasses or hearing aids assistance from Lions International is to get in contact with a local Lions club or a district in your area. Local Lions clubs are comprised of a group of volunteers who implement projects and programs in their communities, and at times provide direct assistance to individuals.
To contact your local Lions Club, visit their website and search for your town here: Find a Local Lions Club | Lions Clubs International
Medical Transportation
For Medicaid recipients that need transportation to and from medical appointments, there's a resource available! Contact 866-910-7688 to schedule transportation (Mon - Fri, 8am - 5pm)
*Minimum 3 days advance notice is required*
Brain Injury Association of SC
The Brain Injury Association of South Carolina (BIASC) is the statewide “voice” for people living with brain injury, their families, and the professionals who support them. As South Carolina’s only nonprofit dedicated solely to brain injury, we understand the unique challenges our neighbors face and know how to connect them with the right care, resources, and community.
Visit their website to find the resources you or a loved one may need: Brain Injury Association of South Carolina
Medication Assistance Program (MAP)
Worried about affording your medicine? MAP is here to help.
Medication Assistance Program (MAP) is a Prisma Health resource that connects patients to cost assistance programs with drug manufacturers. If eligible, MAP is happy to assist you with your application to get your medications for free.
To access this program, visit their website and click the "Get Started" button: Medication Assistance Program
Mental Health Services
Oconee Mental Health Clinic
We are a mental health agency that primarily focuses on outpatient treatment and offer individually focused services for adults, children, adolescents, military, and veterans. Our outpatient treatment program offers a variety of treatment options, including individual therapy, group services, family treatment, and community focused counseling, training and education.
To learn more about how Oconee Mental Health Clinic can help, visit their website Mental Health Services | Anderson-Oconee-Pickens Mental Health Centers
South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) Office of Mental Health
BHDD Office of Mental Health is a leading provider of inpatient mental health, and substance use services. Inpatient programs are offered for individuals who may need a more intensive level of treatment and care.
BHDD Office of Mental Health offers a system of inpatient services programs and facilities that are operational twenty-four hours per day providing:
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Inpatient psychiatric treatment for children, adolescents, and adults
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Forensic evaluation and treatment services for adults
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Substance use disorders treatment for adults
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Treatment for adults adjudicated as sexually violent predators is provided by independent contractor
BHDD Office of Mental Health clinical staff provide a complete array of necessary mental health services for children, adolescents, adults, and families. Following a thorough assessment, treatment plans are tailored to meet the needs of each individual patient. Services may include individual, group, and family therapy with a trained therapist, psychiatric medical assessments with a Psychiatrist or Nurse Practitioner, supportive nursing services, crisis intervention, and care coordination. Please contact the inpatient facilities for information on available services.
Find the contact info for the In-Patient Facilities on the website: Inpatient Services - BHDD Office of Mental Health
National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) Anderson-Oconee-Pickens
The families and members of NAMI AOP are here to help! We offer understanding to anyone concerned about mental illnesses and the treatment of mental illness. Mental illnesses are brain disorders that are biologically based medical problems. Untreated, they can cause severe disturbances in thinking, feeling and relating. This results in substantially diminished capacity for dealing with the ordinary demands of life. Mental illness can affect persons of any age and occur in any family. They are not caused by bad parenting and not evidence of weakness of character.
Visit the NAMI AOP website to learn more about the resources and services they offer: NAMI AOP - Support for Mental Health
Rosa Clark Medical Clinic
The Rosa Clark Medical Clinic is a Federally Qualified Health Center providing Primary Care, Pharmacy, Mental Health, and Dental Services.All services are provided at discounted rates based on a sliding fee scale. They have two locations in Oconee County: Seneca and Westminster.
To learn more, visit Rosa Clark Medical Clinic - Seneca SC
Miscellaneous Resources
Pet Resources - Oconee Human Society
The Oconee Humane Society offers Well Pet Community Vet Service, an affordable, compassionate veterinarian care service including:
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Spay/Neuter
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Vaccinations
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Heartworm Testing/Treatment
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Microchip Implant
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Dental Services
For residents of Oconee County that qualify, there is a program that assists with the costs of a spay/neuter surgery. This program is called the Spay/Neuter Assistance Coalition (SNAC) program. It is designed to provide low-household-income Oconee County residents with an affordable option to have their pets spayed/neutered.
To learn more about Well Pet Community Vet Service or the SNAC program, visit their website Well Pet Community Vet - Oconee Humane Society
Crimestoppers of Oconee County (SC)
Put simply, Crimestoppers is a three-part approach to solving the crime problem. Crimestoppers of Oconee County relies on cooperation between the COMMUNITY, the MEDIA, and LAW ENFORCEMENT to provide a flow of information about crimes, fugitives, suspicious activity, and missing persons.
CRIMESTOPPERS is NOT a substitute for calling 911. The Crimestoppers system is NOT constantly monitored and is NOT intended for real-time dispatching of law enforcement personnel. In the event of an EMERGENCY, CALL 911.
Those who submit tips are called "tipsters" and remain ANONYMOUS. We do NOT have caller ID. We do NOT record phone calls. We do NOT ask for your name. Computer IPs are NOT saved. Locations are NOT tracked. A unique computer-generated tip ID and password are provided to each tipster. DO NOT lose your tip ID and/or password for the tips you submit. These numbers are the ONLY WAY for us to CONFIRM you submitted the tip and GET YOU PAID!
To learn more about Crimestoppers of Oconee County, or to submit a tip ONLINE, visit 71crime.com, or you can call 844-71-CRIME (844-712-7463)
Murktech Makerspace
The MakerSpace is a place to create, learn, and innovate. A place to refine a craft, learn a new skill, invent something, or start a business. We have a small computer lab, 3D printer, laser engraver, vinyl cutter, and just about everything you need to start a small business.
Located at the Blue Ridge Community Center in Seneca, The MakerSpace was destined to exist…even if at the time we didn’t know what it would be called, where it would be, or even what it would look like…we just knew we wanted a shared space where we could help others benefit from all that we had acquired. Be it knowledge, experience, resources, tools, or social connections.
To learn more about this community resource, visit Murktech MakerSpace
The Way Youth Center
The Way Youth Center was started in 2019 and is located in the center of Utica, SC. It was founded because we saw the need for a new hope and change in our neighborhood. Many of our teens come from broken homes and face many challenges as they navigate high school and the real world outside of it.
We exist to provide our neighborhood with the hope of Jesus Christ. We do this by providing a safe space for our teens to be themselves and learn about the message of hope in the Gospel.
Our programs help give our teens the tools they need to redirect their lives and give them a brighter future.
Visit their website to learn more The Way Youth Center
Parenting / Family Assistance
Ripple of One
Ripple of One is a local organization that assists families escape poverty using a plan to move toward self-sufficiency. Ripple of One empowers families to move beyond public assistance and into their full God-given potential. It is a program designed to help those who are stuck at the benefits cliff – a situation where a small increase in a family’s income, such as a raise or promotion, leads to a sudden decrease in the public benefits they receive.
For more information visit their website Ripple of One – Empowering Families to Move Beyond Public Assistance
Heath's Haven
Heath's Haven is a local program that provides families with the basic tools needed for healthy relationships. The Strengthening Families Program is a 14 session program providing weekly meet-ups to families with children aged 6 to 11 with program coordinators. These meet-ups will help families develop positive discipline practices, stay resilient in tough times, reduce conflict, improve parenting skills, and assist children with social skills, relationships, and school performance.
This program provides:
- Weekly 2.5 hour meet-ups -including a meal
- Parenting education
- One-one-one support to children and parents
To find out more about Heath's Haven, call 864-710-5851
Family Connection of South Carolina
For 30 years, Family Connection of South Carolina has been changing lives by making connections, raising awareness, and promoting inclusion for those with disabilities and special healthcare needs. At Family Connection, we offer a variety of programs and services to address your questions and concerns on the complex healthcare, mental health, and educational systems you must navigate.
To receive the support, guidance and appropriate referrals to find the answers you need, visit their website and click GET STARTED Programs and Services - Family Connection of South Carolina
You can also call their toll-free number for more information 1-800-578-8750
Para Español: 1-888-808-7462
Sleep in Heavenly Peace
Sleep in Heavenly Peace is always eager to help families in need whose kids have uncomfortable sleeping arrangements. Our goal is to deliver beds to as many qualified applicants as possible. We are a volunteer-run organization and subject to the availability of beds for each chapter. When a chapter has beds that can be delivered, they review applications and get as many delivered as they possibly can. We make and deliver twin size beds as supplies and donations allow.
For eligibility information, or to apply for a bed, visit Sleep in Heavenly Peace and select the Westminster chapter.
Seniors Raising Children
Qualifying relatives may receive assistance for their child(ren)'s involvement in a program of your choice such as camps of all types including instructional (math, reading, and more), athletic, music, art, dance, or church camps/activities.
For more information, contact 864-242-9733 and ask for a Family Caregiver Support Program Advocate.
Pregnancy Care & Early Childhood Development
Foothills Care Center
At Foothills Care Center, we walk alongside parents with resources, education, and encouragement. Whether you’re preparing for a new arrival or navigating the challenges of parenthood, we’re here to support you. Foothills Care Center provides a variety of programs for new and expecting mothers, as well as educational programs for families.
For more information, visit their website Foothills Care Center
24 Hour Hotline: 800-712-4357
The Magdalene Clinic
The Magdalene Clinic is a resource for pregnant women with substance abuse and offers prenatal care, mental health counseling, and peer support. The Magdalene Clinic is a collaborative initiative between Prisma Health-Upstate's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Phoenix Center, and Furman University's Institute for the Advancement of Community Health (IACH), and are housed at the ObGyn Center, South Carolina's largest provider of prenatal care, with a location in Oconee County, SC.
Visit their website to learn more: Magdalene Clinic
The Parenting Place
The Parenting Place has proudly served the Upstate of South Carolina since 1991, providing vital support to families in Anderson, Greenville, Oconee, and Pickens counties. Our Healthy Families Foothills program offers free in-home visitation services aimed at advocating for the safety and well-being of children. We are committed to preventing child abuse and ensuring every child has the chance to grow up in a safe and nurturing environment.
Alongside our Healthy Families Foothills program, we provide a confidential, no-cost counseling service that assists victims of crime and those seeking help with emotional health, relationship challenges, and life’s toughest obstacles. All of our counselors are licensed professionals who collaborate closely with individuals and families to navigate difficult circumstances, offering a compassionate and tailored approach to healing and growth.
For more information, visit their website The Parenting Place | Counseling, Supportive Services, & Parent Education
You can also call 864-898-5583
Family Connection of South Carolina
For 30 years, Family Connection of South Carolina has been changing lives by making connections, raising awareness, and promoting inclusion for those with disabilities and special healthcare needs. At Family Connection, we offer a variety of programs and services to address your questions and concerns on the complex healthcare, mental health, and educational systems you must navigate.
To receive the support, guidance and appropriate referrals to find the answers you need, visit their website and click GET STARTED Programs and Services - Family Connection of South Carolina
You can also call their toll-free number for more information 1-800-578-8750
Para Español: 1-888-808-7462
Collins Children's Home
Collins Family Ministries exists to embody the love of Christ by providing compassion to families, at-risk young adults, and children who are experiencing hardship. We provide shelter to children and youth, strength to families and stability to our community.
Collins Family Ministries aspires to see children, young adults, and families flourishing in Christ-centered homes.
To learn more about Collins Childrens Home, call 864-882-0893 (M-Th, 8:30am - 6pm), or visit their website Collins Family Ministries | Seneca, SC
Hope Embraced Adoption Agency
We are a licensed adoption agency based in South Carolina, certified to receive minor children for placement in family homes with the goal of domestic adoption. We provide adoptive recruitment services, serve as a referral agency, offer consulting services, and conduct adoptive assessments and training.
Hope Embraced team members have personal experiences that have led to their hearts and passion for adoption. Our team is committed to excellence and ethics, and we will do everything possible to educate, guide, and partner with our clients throughout the complete adoption triad to achieve a secure and loving adoption plan.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us. A member of our friendly care team will help you find the best solutions for your situation. Give us a call or text at 864-641-8142 or email us at HopeAdoptInfo@gmail.com.
You can also visit our website at Embracing Hope Adoptions - Free Support for Birth moms
Senior Citizen Support
Senior Solutions
We offer Senior Centers, Adult Day Care, Transportation, Home Care Services, Meal Delivery, Assisted Living, Insurance Services, and Group Dining. Our mission every day is to enable seniors to live independently and get the essential care they need within the Upstate community.
For more information, visit their website and fill out the online form: How Can We Help YOU? — Senior Solutions
SC THRIVE
SC THRIVE helps senior citizens with filing for Healthy Connections Medicaid, long term care benefit, SNAP, TANF, medically indigent assistance, refugee cash assistance, SC birth certificate and Social Security Card replacement.
Call their toll-free number to take advantage of their assistance 800-726-8774
United Way of Oconee County
The United Way of Oconee County provides senior citizens with a variety of resources such as free tax preparation, adult diapers, and many other programs!
Visit the United Way's website for more information United Way of Oconee County, or call them at (864)-882-9743
Sexual Abuse Victim's Support
First Light of South Carolina
Providing free support for people who have experienced sexual assault and child abuse in Anderson and Oconee, South Carolina. Not sure where to start? We can help! Find support, counseling, resources, and education for victims and survivors of sexual assault and child abuse.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 immediately!
If you or someone you know has been the victim of sexual abuse and needs support, couneling, or assistance, First Light is available 24/7 at 1-855-810-4882 (Toll Free Hotline). You can also visit First Light's website to learn more about their resources and services by clicking First Light SC
Homeless Shelters
Our Daily Rest - Seneca
Our Daily Rest is a registered non-profit, dedicated to improving the lives of homeless people by providing comprehensive case management, counseling services, employment , and mentorship in a safe home atmosphere so they are able to get back on their feet. Our Daily Rest provides homeless assessments to anyone that is experiencing homelessness that allows us to see what assistance we can provide at no cost to the individual.
*Pre-screening is required and there is usually a wait-list*
For information, visit their website to learn how to enroll in this program HOME | Our Daily Rest
For information about the White Flag Program, a temporary heating shelter during the winter, call (864) 482-2040 or visit their website White Flag Program | Our Daily Rest
Domestic Abuse Shelters
Safe Harbor
Safe Harbor offers shelter and advocacy services to survivors of domestic abuse and their dependent children up to 17 years of age. We have shelter locations in Anderson, Greenville, and Oconee Counties.
Like all of our programs, our emergency shelter services are free and confidential. We strive to offer a welcoming and safe community living environment, and we are here to support you.
If you are fleeing or attempting to flee from an abusive marriage or relationship and need a safe place to go, please contact our 24/7 helpline at 800-291-2139 (select option 1). We are available anytime to answer questions, provide support, or help you complete an intake for services.
You can also visit the Safe Harbor website to learn more: Safe Harbor
IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS IN IMMEDIATE DANGER, DIAL 9-1-1 IMMEDIATELY
Channel Missions "The Hiding Place"
Channel Mission, based out of Pickens County, SC, offers a domestic violence and abuse shelter, providing a safe refuge for victims of domestic violence and abuse.
If you are fleeing or attempting to flee from an abusive relationship, contact the Channel Mission's Hotline at 888-341-9568
IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS IN IMMEDIATE DANGER, DIAL 9-1-1 IMMEDIATELY
Mary's House
MARYS House provides emergency safe shelter for families who are victims of domestic violence. While providing a safe place to stay we also provide food, clothing, personal hygiene items, counseling, resources and referrals according to individual needs. During the stay at our shelter, each client works with our professional staff to identify needs and set goals. Clients receive individual and group counseling, case management, referrals, advocacy, and all basic living necessities during their shelter stay. Follow-up support is available and encouraged for clients who have completed their stay. All services are free of charge for victims and their children.
We serve Pickens County, the Upstate and anyone who is in need of a safe refuge. We aim to provide clients the tools they need to make the permanent changes necessary for a life without domestic violence. We also provide emotional support, with counseling and conversations with other victims.
Call 864-859-9191 (24-hr Hotline) if you need safe shelter. You can visit their website for more information about the services they offer: maryshouse.com
IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS IN IMMEDIATE DANGER, DIAL 9-1-1 IMMEDIATELY
Thrift Stores
Collins Children's Home Thrift Store
540 W. North 1st Street, Seneca, SC 29678
Tues - Sat 10a - 4pm
Goodwill Thrift Store
1616 Sandifer Blvd, Seneca, SC 29678
Mon - Sat 9am - 9pm
Sun 10am-7pm
Fair Play Boy's Camp Thrift Store (2 Locations)
714 W. North 1st Street, Seneca, SC 29678
Mon - Sat 9am - 5pm
111 E Windsor Street, Westminster, SC 29693
Tue - Sat 9am - 5pm
Fair Play Girl's Camp Thrift Store (2 Locations)
304 W. North 1st Street, Seneca, SC 29678
Mon - Sat 9am - 5pm
9119 Long Creek Hwy, Westminster, SC 29693
Mon - Sat 9am - 5pm
Tamassee DAR Thrift Store
9695 N. Hwy 11, Tamassee, SC 29686
Tue - Sat 10am - 6pm
Habitat For Humanity Thrift Store
130 Bountyland Rd, Seneca, SC 29672
Wed - Fri 10am - 4pm
Sat 10am - 1pm
Dream Center Resale Store
11011 N. Radio Station Rd, Seneca, SC 29672
Mon - Sat 10am - 6pm
The Struggle Thrift Store
100 N. Cherry Street, Seneca, SC 29678
Mon - Sat 10am - 4pm
Ripple Resale Store
203 Oconee Square Dr, Seneca, SC 29678 (Near Autozone)
Tues - Thu 10am - 6pm
Fri - Sat 10am - 7pm
Agape Thrift Store
207 Farmhouse Ln, Fair Play, SC 29643
Mon - Thu 9am - 1pm
Fri - Sat 9am - 5pm
*Also has a coffee shop*
Transportation Resources
Medical Transportation for Medicaid Patients
For Medicaid recipients that need transportation to and from medical appointments, there's a resource available!
Contact 866-910-7688 to schedule transportation (Mon - Fri, 8am - 5pm)
*Minimum 3 days advance notice is required*
American Cancer Society Road to Recovery
The American Cancer Society Road To Recovery® program eases your burden by giving free rides to cancer-related medical appointments. Our trained volunteer drivers are happy to pick you up, take you to your appointment, and drop you off at home. All for free and all to make your days a little easier. Not having a ride shouldn’t stand between you and lifesaving treatment.
*Patients must be traveling to a cancer-related medical appointment.
Connect with us by calling 1-800-227-2345 to learn more about Road To Recovery® availability near you and other resources to help you on your cancer journey.
Ride To Work Ministry
Ride To Work provides rides ONLY to and from work in Oconee County, South Carolina, primarily within the Seneca, Westminster and Walhalla area. Ride support is limited by schedule availability, and each application is considered on a case-by-case basis. It typically takes at least 48 hours before a first ride can be provided once an application is accepted.
*NOTE: If you are currently in the process of getting a job go ahead and fill out an application so we can contact you and discuss our ability to provide rides*
To apply, visit Rider Options – Ride To Work Ministry Nonprofit, Inc.
SenecaTransit
Seneca Transit’s new system allows residents to schedule rides based on their personal travel needs, rather than fixed bus stops or routes. Riders can request point-to-point transportation:
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By phone at (864) 332-5424
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Via a mobile app (coming soon)
All trips must be scheduled at least 48 hours in advance.
Eligibility and Use:
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Service is available to the general public
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Riders must provide complete street addresses for both pickup and drop-off locations
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The service supports transportation to life-sustaining services, such as:
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Medical providers and hospitals
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Pharmacies and grocery stores
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Fitness centers and home goods retailers
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To learn more about SenecaTransit, visit the City of Seneca's website: Seneca Transit - City of Seneca
Veterans Services
South Carolina Department of Veteran Affairs
As an advocate for veterans and their families, the Oconee County Veterans Affairs office (a local office of the South Carolina Department of Veteran Affairs) assists veterans and/or their dependents in filing applications to obtain benefits for which they may be entitled to from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs and VA Hospitals. Our office also provides transportation to the Greenville VA Medical Center for those Veterans without available transportation. We also provide Notary services
The South Carolina Department of Veterans' Affairs exists to serve this state's Veterans, service members, and their families and to promote the value Veterans bring to their communities and their fellow citizens.
Key Tasks:
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Assist Veterans with securing all federal and state services and benefits to which they are entitled.
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Develop programs and processes to support lifelong Veteran needs (e.g. SC Veteran Coalition).
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Set statewide conditions that help Veterans to thrive.
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Operate State Veteran Homes to the highest industry standards.
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Advocate for the state's active military presence and the state's strategic role in national security.
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Support efforts to leverage Veteran talents for state economic growth.
For more information, visit the SCDVA website: Home | SC Department Of Veterans' Affairs
You can also contact the Oconee County Veterans Affairs Office by calling 864-638-4231. Their office is located at 223C Kenneth Street, Walhalla, SC 29691.
SC Works
Finding a meaningful civilian career may feel overwhelming. Our SC Works centers across the state have staff, many of whom are veterans or service members themselves, who are specifically trained to assist military jobseekers find civilian employment. Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP) representatives provide intensive case management services to targeted veterans with emphasis in meeting the employment needs of veterans who are economically or educationally disadvantaged.
Veterans not only receive priority service in our SC Works Centers, but also through SC Works Online Services (SCWOS). For the first 24 hours that a job is listed on SCWOS, only jobseekers that have identified themselves as a member of the military community can view and apply for the position.
To learn more about how SC Works can help veterans with employment, visit their website Veteran Services | SC Works
Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
DAV is dedicated to a single purpose: empowering veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity. We accomplish this by ensuring that veterans and their families can access the full range of benefits available to them; fighting for the interests of America’s injured heroes on Capitol Hill; and educating the public about the great sacrifices and needs of veterans transitioning back to civilian life.
This mission is carried forward by:
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Providing free, professional assistance to veterans and their families in obtaining benefits and services earned through military service and provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and other agencies of government.
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Providing outreach concerning its program services to the American people generally, and to disabled veterans and their families specifically.
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Representing the interests of disabled veterans, their families, their widowed spouses and their orphans before Congress, the White House and the Judicial Branch, as well as state and local government.
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Extending DAV’s mission of hope into the communities where these veterans and their families live through a network of state-level Departments and local Chapters.
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Providing a structure through which disabled veterans can express their compassion for their fellow veterans through a variety of volunteer programs.
To learn more, contact the Lewis G. Watkins #41 local chapter by calling (810) 701-5138, or by calling 864-973-8455
For more information about DAV, you can visit their main website at DAV : Disabled American Veterans
Purple Heart Homes
Purple Heart Homes focuses on addressing the unique housing challenges veterans face. Whether it’s a new roof, installing wheelchair ramps, or mitigating mold, their work ensures veterans can live safely and independently. The organization’s projects often involve older veterans living on fixed incomes, whose homes have become unsafe or inaccessible over time.
If you are a veteran, or if a veteran you love is in need, visit this website to complete an application for services Application For Assistance
*Note - applicant must be a veteran, or if a Veteran is unable to complete this form, an immediate family member or authorized representative may fill out any and all information relevant to the Veteran's assistance.*
Upstate Warrior Solutions
Upstate Warrior Solution offers service coordination for veterans, first responders, and their families. Navigating available resources can be complex and time-consuming. We simplify the process and help you get support faster.
With more than half of our team made up of veterans and former first responders, we understand your needs because we’ve walked in your shoes.
To get assistance, visit their website to learn more about the services they offer: Upstate Warrior Solution | Greenville, Anderson, Pickens, Spartanburg, Oconee
To make an appointment at the Oconee location, call (864) 520-2073 to schedule an appointment
Rebuild Upstate
Rebuild Upstate offers an application program opportunity including ramps & steps, aging in place, and critical repairs. These are all need based and determined by the Rebuild Upstate team after the application is submitted. While the work aims to keep families safe, the application process allows us to maximize funding opportunities for each applicant. This helps us better report to our funders and reduce waiting times for better-funded opportunities. Rebuild Upstate works with around 12 repair funders, many of which have their eligibility criteria.
To learn more about eligibility requirements as well as services available, visit Home - Rebuild Upstate
Wheelchair Ramps
Wheelchair Ramps - Eternal Shepherd Lutheran Church
Eternal Shepherd Lutheran Church in Seneca, in addition to the many outreach programs, provides wheelchair ramps for low-income individuals in our area who have mobility challenges at their home.
To inquire about this program, contact Deek Decker at 864-356-2135, or by email at docdeek0@yahoo.com
Rebuild Upstate
Rebuild Upstate offers an application program opportunity including ramps & steps, aging in place, and critical repairs. These are all need based and determined by the Rebuild Upstate team after the application is submitted. While the work aims to keep families safe, the application process allows us to maximize funding opportunities for each applicant. This helps us better report to our funders and reduce waiting times for better-funded opportunities. Rebuild Upstate works with around 12 repair funders, many of which have their eligibility criteria.
To learn more about eligibility requirements as well as services available, visit Home - Rebuild Upstate
Youth Services & Resources
Fair Play Camp School
Fair Play Camp School, Inc. is located in upstate South Carolina. With over 500 acres, the outdoor setting provides countless opportunities to teach, explore, experience adventure and promote a sense of well-being and tranquility through outdoor therapy.
Camp is for boys, ages 8 to 15, who are experiencing behavior/emotional problems and agree to placement because of a desire to change. They live in one of the four campsites which is home to ten boys and two counselors, who are called “chiefs.” The average length of stay is 18 months. The combination of mentoring by a chief and positive peer pressure from a group leaves a lifelong impact on a boy. The structure of camp provides a safe place for a boy to begin to put his life together.
For more information or to begin a placement, please contact us (click here).
You can also contact the Fair Play Camp School by calling (864) 647-4311
Wilderness Way Girls' Camp
Wilderness Way Girls’ Camp, located in the Upstate of South Carolina, seeks to help girls who are struggling in their families, schools, and communities. Past hurts and sometimes current instability have caused these girls to doubt themselves, distrust adults, act out, and question God’s concern for them. Within the camp setting, girls experience success in life skills and relationships.
*Currently, we are accepting applications for girls between the ages of 9 to 15.
To learn more about the Wilderness Way Girls' Camp, visit their website Wilderness Way Girls Camp
You can also contact the Camp by calling 864-972-0611
The Way Youth Center
The Way Youth Center was started in 2019 and is located in the center of Utica, SC. It was founded because we saw the need for a new hope and change in our neighborhood. Many of our teens come from broken homes and face many challenges as they navigate high school and the real world outside of it.
We exist to provide our neighborhood with the hope of Jesus Christ. We do this by providing a safe space for our teens to be themselves and learn about the message of hope in the Gospel.
Our programs help give our teens the tools they need to redirect their lives and give them a brighter future.
Visit their website to learn more The Way Youth Center
Palmetto Youth Connections
Palmetto Youth Connections (PYC) is a community partnership administered by Eckerd Workforce Development Services that focuses on serving out-of-school youth ages 17-24 years old throughout South Carolina. The private company provides case management, counseling, training, career pathway development and employment services for out-of-school youth. PYC offers supportive services to Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Youth participants in the form of course/training costs, transportation assistance, childcare, tools, uniforms, books and monetary incentives for goal completion
Through this program, students earn a high school diploma or GED from Adult Education Centers in Anderson, Oconee and Pickens Counties or students may enter this program with a high school diploma. PYC prepares students to enter post secondary education, work based training, and provides occupational skills training to assist with career pathway development and job placement.
*Palmetto Youth Connections only accepts students who qualify for WIOA assistance.
To learn more about eligibility requirements and the application process, contact Palmetto Youth Connections program manager Karen Craven at (864) 633-6354 or kcraven@eckerd.org for further assistance.
You can also visit the SC Works Website to explore their programs: Palmetto Youth Connections - SC Works
ONLINE RESOURCES and GUIDES
This is a collection of websites that, like us, compile lists of available resources. If we don't have a resource listed on our page that you need, check these sites!
Get in Touch
Contact the Oconee County Sheriff's Office Community Services / Outreach Unit for further assistance.
If you know of any resources that we have not listed here, please email us with the information and a description of the resource(s) at outreach@oconeelaw.com.