Website: scdhec.gov

Camp Burnt Gin is a summer camp in Wedgefield, South Carolina, for children who have physical disabilities and chronic illnesses. From early June until mid August, Camp Burnt Gin operates four six-day sessions children, ages 7 -15, two six-day sessions for teenagers, ages 16-20 and a four-day session for young adults, ages 21-25. Camp Burnt Gin was founded in 1945 by Emily Cate, a physical therapist with the Board of Health (now DHEC). Miss Cate believed that children with orthopedic conditions needed more than medical rehabilitation. They needed to have opportunities to develop independence, social skills and improve their self esteem and summer camp provided this opportunity. 2100 Bull Street, Columbia, SC 29201 (803) 898-0784

Website: camphappydays.org

Camp Happy Days offers support and encouragement to children diagnosed with cancer and their families by providing cost free year-round programs, special events, and access to crisis resources. Our goal is to improve the physical, emotional and psychological health of the entire family facing pediatric cancer. Since 1982, thousands of children with cancer and their families have benefited from our cost-free, year-round programs. Camp Happy Days welcomes all children with cancer across South Carolina without charge. 933 Dupont Road, Charleston, SC 29407 (843) 571-4336

Website: campriseabove.org

Camp Rise Above is a unique non-profit organization that provides fun, life changing camp experiences to children with serious illnesses, life challenges, and disabilities. We believe all children deserve to experience the magic of childhood, regardless of their medical status. Founded in Mt. Pleasant, SC, CRA offers camps at hospitals around the state throughout the year, and our summer camp programs are currently held at James Island County Park. All of our programs are provided free of charge so we don’t add to the financial hardship many families already face. P.O. Box 31295, Charleston, SC 29417 (843) 300-9100

Website: campwonderchs.org

Camp Wonder provides a high quality summer camp experience for children with autism or other related developmental disabilities. Our mission is to create a learning environment where uniqueness is celebrated, instruction is tailored to meet camper's individual needs, and pivotal social skills are acquired through play and social interaction. Each week, campers practice their skills learned at Camp Wonder out in the community! Previous community trips have included water parks, trampoline parks, boat rides to barrier islands, restaurants, and movies. In addition to going out, we bring the fun in to camp as well! 828 Wappoo Road, Charleston, SC 29407 (843) 297-8470

Website: victoryjunction.org

Victory Junction is located in the hills of Randleman, North Carolina, and is spread across 84 acres, allowing children to do what they do best— be kids, play, imagine, make friends and enjoy the adventures and experiences of camp life. Victory Junction was the dream of Adam Petty, a fourth generation race car driver from the famous Petty family and a rising star in the sport. Adam’s passion for racing was equaled only by his compassion for others, especially children. Between races, he often visited children in pediatric hospitals. After his tragic death in a racing accident, Adam’s family and friends came together to realize his dream of a camp to serve children with serious medical conditions. Adam’s vision sprung to life when Victory Junction opened its gates in 2004. 4500 Adam's Way, Randleman, NC 27317 (336) 498-9055

Website: abvisc.org

Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired SC (ABVI) has been serving and supporting individuals with visual needs in the Charleston Tri-County area for 85 years. ABVI was established on October 14, 1936 by a dedicated group of volunteers led by Mrs. Fred J. Sahlmann and members of the American Foundation for the Blind. We were chartered and incorporated on April 19, 1937. While our services have changed over the years, we have always promoted independence and strived to improve the quality of life for individuals who are blind or visually impaired through the programs we provide. 1 Carriage Lane, Building A, Charleston, SC 29407 (843) 723-6915

Website: beautifulgatecenter.org

Beautiful Gate Center seeks to serve individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders who are inadequately served in existing public and private special education programs due to the individuals’ need for a broader range of more intensive learning supports than those traditional environments offer. BGC will differ from a traditional school environment in that learning objectives and multi-disciplinary therapy are woven together in an inter-dependent, coordinated and mutually supporting way in every Individualized Learning Plan and throughout all day treatment activities. 3107 Meeting Street Road, North Charleston, SC 29405 (843) 654-7464

Website: musckids.org

Cancer Program at MUSC Children's Health The treatment of childhood cancers is different from adult cancers. Every child requires a pediatric care team that can meet his or her specific needs. At MUSC Children’s Hospital, our pediatric specialists understand how cancer can affect a child's growing body and design care specifically for each child’s physical and emotional needs. We have the expertise to help cure childhood cancer one family at a time. In addition to delivering leading-edge care, our pediatric cancer experts participate in laboratory and clinical research to develop safer and more effective therapies. When determining the best treatment, our team does everything possible to minimize the effects of chemotherapy, radiation, and other therapies on a child's development. 10 McClennan Banks Drive, Charleston, SC 29425 (843) 792-2300

Website: musckids.org

Children's Day Treatment Programs provides intensive, comprehensive intervention to children and adolescents with severe behavior disturbances using a “day treatment” model. This is a less costly alternative to inpatient care, yet still provides the multi-faceted, long-term care required. The STAR program, addressing Stabilization, Treatment, Assessment, and Reintegration, is for children and adolescents ages 6-17. Every child and situation is different, and need to be assessed before we can determine whether the STAR program is appropriate.1001-B Michigan Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29418 (843) 876-2670

Website: cobraagency70.com

COBRA Sickle Cell Anemia Program Our mission is to serve the citizens of the South Carolina Lowcountry in becoming aware, informed, educated, tested by consent, counseled, supported and assisted to the extent of available resources. The Sickle Cell program will help patients and citizens make informed life-time choices regarding Sickle Cell disorders and their clinically significant variants. Meaningful research is supported where the overall heath and welfare of patients are of high priority. P. O. Box 71473, Charleston, SC 29415 (843) 876-1925

Website: dsalowcountry.org

Down Syndrom Association of the Lowcountry was established by a group of parents in the 1990s and is a volunteer driven organization created for local families. We wish to see our children and adults with Down syndrome live fulfilling, empowered lives and strive to meet the individual needs of each family. Our mission is simply: to provide support to new parents; enrich lives through art, athletic and educational opportunities and events; to increase community awareness of Down Syndrome; to enhance employment opportunities for people with Down Syndrome; and to improve education for students with Down Syndrome. PO Box 2275, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29465 (843) 654-1552

Website: jdrf.org

JDRF, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Our strength lies in our exclusive focus and singular influence on the worldwide effort to end T1D. JDRF has led the search for a cure for T1D since our founding in 1970. Thanks to better therapies — which JDRF funding has been instrumental in developing and making available — people with T1D live longer and stay healthier while they await the cure. 205 Regency Executive Park Dr., Ste 102, Charlotte, NC 28217 (704) 561-0828

Website: lafinc.org

Lowcountry Autism Foundation From Charleston to Hilton Head Island, we provide free programming and resources to support families from the time they suspect their child may have autism, through the diagnosis and throughout their lives. Our Family Support Services provides families with a road map to resources available in the Lowcountry. In a coordinated and collaborative effort with the Medical University of South Carolina, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatric Department, LAF provides information, service support, and direct assistance to families affected by autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. PO Box 31874, Charleston, SC 29417 (843) 800-7171

Website: projectrex.org

MUSC Project Rex is a treatment initiative dedicated to providing services, support, and treatment to children and young adults who struggle socially. We serve children and adults diagnosed with high functioning autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, social anxiety, and more. Diagnosis of any kind is not required to receive services. We are affiliated with the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston, SC. Our goal is to help individuals reach their highest potential by enhancing their social skills, their ability to understand emotions, and their adaptability. 67 President Street, Charleston, SC 29425 (843) 792-4113

Website: ppdsupport.org

Postpartum Support Charleston, founded in 2000, is a non-profit organization that supports mothers across the Charleston Tri-coutry area struggling with maternal mental illness such as postpartum depression and anxiety. Through our extensive moms-for-moms network, connection to diverse mental and physical health expertise and genuine empathy, Postpartum Support Charleston is uniquely positioned to help mothers move into motherhood. Our mission is to put mom first with an approachable, accessible safety net woven through moms helping moms - we believe that a healthy mom makes for a healthy baby and, ultimately, she and her family living their healthiest, happiest life. 1605 Harbor View Rd, Charleston, SC 29412 (843) 410-3585

Website: ccprc.com

Charleston County Parks Adaptive Recreation Programs Physical fitness should be a part of life for everyone, and we want to provide all residents of the community with that opportunity. Throughout the year, we offer therapeutically-based recreation programs for people with cognitive and physical disabilities that expand their access to opportunities that promote physical fitness, health and wellness, increased self-esteem, and greater independence. 861 Riverland Drive, Charleston, SC 29412 (843) 795-4386

Website: charlestonmiracleleague.org

Charleston Miracle League makes memories by providing a life-changing experience for children and adults with mental and physical challenges through a community supported baseball league. Our children and adult leagues play in a state-of-the-art complex built specifically for them. In addition, the CML teaches volunteers of all ages, who typically serve as buddies for our players, the value of giving back to others and their community. 780 West Oak Forest Drive, Charleston, SC 29407 (843) 608-4265

Website: racersforpacers.org

Racers for Pacers is dedicated to providing running chairs for individuals with disabilities who cannot run on their own. We provide these individuals with the opportunity to “run” with a pacer on a regular basis at least once or twice per week and in local 5ks, 10ks or longer competitive runs throughout the Lowcountry. 445 Commonwealth Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466 (843) 696-3816

Website: so-sc.org

Special Olympics South Carolina Our mission is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes, and the community. 109 Oak Park Drive, Irmo, SC 29063 (803) 772-1555

Website: surfershealingfolly.org

Surfers Healing takes kids with autism surfing. It's one perfect day in August on Folly Beach. We paddle out together on tandem boards to catch the waves that come our way. That's what we do; that's what we love. On the surface, our contribution seems simple: each year, our volunteer-staffed camps give children with autism and their families a fun, engaging day at the beach. But go deeper, and you'll see that a quiet revolution is taking place. Through the simple act of riding waves together, we're defying the status quo. When we help kids get up on a board, we're challenging preconceived notions of capability. When we encourage participants to dive in, we're empowering them to engage with the world. And when we ride the waves together, we're affirming that every person is a gift. 487 Planters Trace Drive, Charleston, SC 29412 (843) 343-4047

Website: arttherapy.org

Art Therapy Jamie Correa is an art therapist residing in the Charleston area. Art therapists are master’s level clinicians who work with people of all ages across a broad spectrum of practice. Guided by ethical standards and scope of practice, their education and supervised training prepares them for culturally proficient work with diverse populations in a variety of settings. Honoring individuals’ values and beliefs, art therapists work with people who are challenged with medical and mental health problems, as well as individuals seeking emotional, creative, and spiritual growth. Charleston, SC 29407 (856) 938-9665

Website: catr-program.org

Charleston Area Therapeutic Riding empowers children and adults with disabilities to enjoy more active and fulfilling lives through therapeutic horsemanship. Today, CATR employs six PATH Intl. certified instructors that work together with 150 volunteers to serve over 160 children and adults with disabilities each year. PATH Intl. provides standards for best practice and continuing education opportunities to help therapeutic riding centers all over the world maintain safe and successful programs. We are proud to have maintained our premier accredited status consistently since 1992. 2669 Hamilton Road, Johns Island, SC 29455 (856) 559-6040

Website: noteworthymusictherapy.com

Noteworthy Music Therapy opened in 2012, founded by Jennifer Gossett, MT-BC. Jennifer’s passion for serving the Charleston community with music led her to offer music therapy services for groups and individuals of all ages, specifically focusing on children and young adults with diagnoses such as autism spectrum disorder and Down Syndrome. Noteworthy Music Therapy is growing and we are proud to provide services to schools in the tri-county area, to individuals in homes, clinic settings, and via telehealth platforms, group services through other local organizations, and adaptive music lessons for special learners.

Website: reinandshine.org

Rein and Shine Creating and sustaining an equine therapy facility where people with disabilities can learn, grow and heal. Since 2001, Rein and Shine has been using horseback riding as therapy for children and adults with physical, emotional, social and/or cognitive disabilities. A nonprofit organization, Rein and Shine is an accredited facility with PATH International (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International). Located just north of Mount Pleasant, S.C., Rein and Shine also offers riding lessons for mainstream students who want to learn how to properly care for, ride, understand and appreciate horses and ponies. A portion of all proceeds from the Horsemanship Program are used to help support the Therapeutic Riding Program. At Rein and Shine, our mission is to create and sustain an equine therapy facility where people with disabilities of all kinds can learn, grow and heal. 5220 Bedaw Farm Drive, Awendaw, SC, 29429 (843) 849-0964

Website: scdhhs.gov/babynet

BabyNet is South Carolina’s interagency early intervention system for infants and toddlers under three years of age with developmental delays, or who have conditions associated with developmental delays. Anyone (a parent, doctor, caregiver, teacher or friend) can make a referral. Look for signs that an infant or toddler might need extra help. If you suspect a child may have a problem, the earlier you get help, the better! BabyNet matches the special needs of infants and toddlers, birth to 3 years of age, who have developmental delays with the professional resources available within the community. 6296 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406 (843) 740-3193

Website: brightstartsc.com

Bright Start provides comprehensive early intervention, case management, and speech therapy services to individuals with special needs and developmental delays so that children, teenagers, and adults can achieve their greatest potential. Founded on March 1, 1999, by Beth Bunge and Teri Todd, Bright Start was the first private company to offer Early Intervention services in South Carolina. Bright Start Early Intervention and Case Management services are available to all individuals who are BabyNet or Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) eligible. Speech services are available to all who qualify between the ages of 0-10 years of age. 4925 Lacross Rd. Suite 209, North Charleston, SC 29406 (843) 872-6335

Website: charleswebbcenter.com

Charles Webb Center We offer educational programs and support to aid in the growth and development of children who have special needs, developmental delays or diagnosed disabilities. Our center offers a quality development program for children from infancy through age five. We also offer an extended care program that provides children ages six through ten years old with an appropriate, educational setting for after school. At every stage, we focus on the individual strengths of each child to maximize his or her learning in all areas of development. We are a Family Support Services program of the Disabilities Board of Charleston County, a SC Department of Social Services Licensed Child Care facility and an ABC Enhanced provider. 1611 Evergreen Street, Charleston, SC 29407 (843) 852-5545

Website: helpmegrowsc.org

Help Me Grow SC is located within the South Carolina Infant Mental Health Association (SCIMHA). As the Organizing Entity for Help Me Grow South Carolina, SCIMHA provides administrative and fiscal oversight for the affiliate. SCIMHA is a multidisciplinary association of professionals working to promote nurturing relationships for infants, young children and their families through resources, policies and practices to foster healthy social-emotional development and well-being. The alliance of Help Me Grow SC and SCIMHA provides a unique opportunity to develop a strong, coordinated system to support both families and the professionals who work with them. 1 Carriage Lane, Unit J, Charleston, SC 29407 (855) 476-9211

Website: kidindevelopment.com

K.I.D.S. believes that the goal of family-centered early intervention is to empower families by: assisting them in locating, accessing, and utilizing services and resources within their community, and providing families with new information and strategies to use in their everyday routines and activities that will support their child's development. Developmental milestones are a set of functional skills or age-specific tasks that most children can do at a certain age range. A developmental delay occurs when your child has the delayed achievement of one or more of his milestones. (843) 329-6993

Website: pathfindersteamservices.com

Path Finders Early Interventionists and Case Managers will assemble a team that best meets the consumer’s physical, medical, developmental, and emotional needs. With the direction, information, and support provided by Path Finders Team Services, LLC, families, caregivers, and consumers will be empowered with knowledge and skills enabling them to make the best decisions possible in order to engage the community around them. Goals and objectives will be driven by families, caregivers, and consumers and facilitated by Path Finders Team Services, LLC in order to maximize potential. 510 Mill St, Suite 1-C, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 (843) 203-3876

Website: pattisonsacademy.org

Pattison’s Academy is an education and rehabilitation academy providing comprehensive, year-round programs to support children with disabilities and their families. Our collaborative model integrates therapy and education to create a unique, individualized and intensive learning environment for every child that enters our doors. Our services include therapy services, family support services with a focus on early intervention, education through our charter school, and a therapeutic summer camp. These programs are intended to maximize the potential of every child, as well as to empower parents as caregivers. 721 Wappoo Road, Charleston, SC 29407 (843) 402-7850

Website: able-sc.org

Able South Carolina is a Center for Independent Living (CIL), an organization not about “helping” people with disabilities, but built on the central concept of self-empowerment. It’s a consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability nonprofit that provides an array of independent living services. We do everything it takes to empower people with disabilities to live active, self-determined lives including advocacy, services, and support. More than half of our staff are persons with disabilities, as are over half of our Board of Directors. We didn’t just learn this– we live it! 636 Long Point Rd. Unit G #125, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 (843) 388-5619

Website: abilitysc.org

AccessAbility promotes the full integration of people with disabilities in their communities. We strive to empower people with disabilities to realize their full potential. AccessAbility provides consumer-controlled services. AccessAbility is one of 403 Centers for Independent Living in the country. We are a federally funded, non-residential, not-for-profit, for-purpose organization in South Carolina. AccessAbility is a 501(c)(3) organization. 7944 Dorchester Road, Suite 5, North Charleston, SC 29418 (843) 225-5000

Website: beyondbasiclifeskills.org

Beyond BASIC assists people with intellectual disabilities to achieve fulfillment beyond the basics by developing independent living skills. The Beyond BASIC team believes that everyone deserves the opportunity and applicable resources necessary to achieve their own definition of a fulfilled, independent life. Beyond BASIC offers adult life skills programming from 9:00am to 3:00pm on specific days of the week at our Summerville building at 406 N. Gum St. and at SeaCoast Church in Mt. Pleasant off of Long Point Rd. 406 North Gum Street, Summerville, SC 29483 (843) 388-5619

Website: reach.cofc.edu

C of C REACH Program is a four-year, fully inclusive certificate program for students with mild intellectual and/or developmental disabilities that promotes the advancement of knowledge and skill in the following areas: academics, socialization, independent living, and career development. 66 George Street, Charleston, SC 29424 (843) 953-4849

Website: clemson.edu

ClemsonLIFE™ offers a two-year Basic Program that incorporates functional academics, independent living, employment, social/leisure skills, and health/wellness skills in a public university setting with the goal of producing self-sufficient young adults. Additionally, the ClemsonLIFE Program offers a two-year Advanced Program for students that have demonstrated the ability to safely live independently, sustain employment, and socially integrate during the Basic Program. The Advanced Program progresses with an emphasis on workplace experience, community integration, and independent living with transitionally reduced supports. Students who successfully complete the Basic or Advanced program will receive a corresponding certificate of post-secondary education. 101 Gantt Circle, Clemson, SC 29634 (864) 656-7656

Website: heartsc.org

HEART Inclusive Art Community provides visual arts, music, and performing arts mentorships and community engagement for adults with disabilities who want to grow and develop as artists. At HEART, we have created a center where artists of all abilities work together to create something that enriches and transforms the community. Inclusion in any field takes great efforts and HEART is proud to be leading the way for inclusion in the Charleston arts community. HEART is a 501c3 non-profit, and a creative and adventurous family of artists, performers, and all-around creative misfits. Since 2014, we have helped adults with disabilities create compelling art, lasting relationships, community support, accomplishment, acceptance, a higher self-esteem and a sense of purpose and meaning. At HEART, we transcend our abilities through collaborative art. 754 Rutledge Ave., Charleston, SC 29403 (843) 564-8810

Website: sc.edu

U of SC CarolinaLIFE is an individualized, non-degree program for students with identified, diverse learning needs (e.g. intellectual disability). The program curriculum focuses on five core areas: academic instruction, career education and training, independent living, social and community engagement, and personal development. The program philosophy is founded on inclusion and individualization, based on each student’s interests and support needs. Columbia, SC 28403 (803) 777-0169

Website: bethany-umc.com

Bethany's BRIDGES The goal of the BRIDGES ministry is to help create a path to God for any child with different needs and to allow parents the opportunity to worship and grow in fellowship while knowing that their special needs child is experiencing the same level of fellowship. For so many children, church can be a stressful experience and our prayer is that we can make it known to each and every child that God loves them. If they are eager to walk through our doors and we make them comfortable on a Sunday morning, we have done the job that God has charged us with. 118 West Third Street South, Summerville, SC 29483 (843) 873-1230

Website: bittyandbeauscoffee.com

Bitty & Beau's As advocates for the value, acceptance, and inclusion of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the Wrights, owners of Bitty & Beau's, have dedicated their lives to making the world a better place for their children and others living with disabilities. With over 80% of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities unemployed nationwide, the Wrights believe that Bitty & Beau’s Coffee creates a path for people with disabilities to become more valued, accepted and included in every community. The original shop opened January 2016 in Wilmington, NC, and employed 19 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Today, Bitty & Beau’s Coffee has grown to over 23 shops across 12 states with over 200 employees. 159 Church Street, Charleston, SC 28403 (843) 609-0455

Website: sandsc.org

Special Needs Network of Dentists identifies dental offices and clinics who have reported that they are comfortable providing care to patients with special health care needs in South Carolina. This web based directory provides a current listing of dentists who have reported that they will treat patients with mild and/or moderate-severe manifestations of a number of different developmental and acquired special needs. Listings are identified by counties served, dental specialty as appropriate, languages spoken, sedation techniques available as well as whether or not the practice accepts Medicaid. This directory is intended to be used by families, caregivers, case workers or anyone concerned with locating dental care for a patient with special health care needs in South Carolina. MUSC Charleston, SC, Program Coordinator, Brooke Trevino (843) 792-1911

Website: theheartofthecaregiver.com

The Heart of the Caregiver® was developed to help people like us to not just survive this difficult time, but to allow it to bring out the best (maybe after bringing out the worst!) in us. “Over the years of caring for our daughter as well as my mother-in-law, we’ve come to realize that God didn’t do this TO us, rather there is something important and beautiful He is doing THROUGH us. It is our mission to help you perceive the beauty and honor of your calling to love and serve someone with exceptional needs – chronic illness, disability, or age-related issues.” Mary Tutterow, author P.O. Box 2002, Mt. Pleasant, SC, 29465