Family Connection of South Carolina

Family Connection of South Carolina Changing lives by making connections, raising awareness and promoting inclusion for those with disabilities. All of our services are FREE.
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Family Connection has been serving families of children with disabilities and chronic healthcare needs since 1990. We offer support groups, one-on-one support from a trained parent navigator, local family events and much more. Follow us on Instagram

08/22/2026

HDR employees talk about why they partner with and participate at Buddy Walk. 💙💛

More info and register for Buddy Walk 2026 in Columbia, SC: familyconnectionsc.org/buddy-walk

Celebrate. Connect. Belong.
đź“…Sunday, November 1st, 2026

Whether this is your first Buddy Walk or your family's favorite fall tradition, you'll find a welcoming community ready to celebrate alongside you. 💙💛

Know special education—and believe in the power of families? ❤️Join Family Connection of South Carolina as a Family Educ...
08/21/2026

Know special education—and believe in the power of families? ❤️

Join Family Connection of South Carolina as a Family Education Specialist in the Upstate!

Families navigating special education deserve clear information, compassionate support, and a knowledgeable partner. đź’™

We’re looking for someone to help parents and caregivers build confidence, understand their options, and connect with the resources their children need to thrive.

This full-time, hybrid position in the Greenville, SC area is ideal for someone who knows special education and believes deeply in supporting families.

If you've already applied, you're all set, we are still accepting applications for this position. Please share with anyone who may be a great fit! 🤝

Learn more and apply: jobs.togethersc.org/job/family-education-specialist-columbia-south-carolina-7776

A new school year can bring excitement, uncertainty and plenty of questions—especially for families of children and yout...
08/20/2026

A new school year can bring excitement, uncertainty and plenty of questions—especially for families of children and youth with disabilities or healthcare needs. ✏️ 🎒 📚

A little planning, early communication and support from the school team can help make the transition smoother. Whether your child is starting elementary school, navigating the teen years or heading to college, these tips can help your family begin the year feeling prepared and connected. đź’™

See back to school tips for every stage 👉 familyconnectionsc.org/a-strong-start-back-to-school-tips-for-every-stage

Anne represented Family Connection of South Carolina at Ten Years of SPARK: Autism Essentials for Families in Mount Plea...
08/18/2026

Anne represented Family Connection of South Carolina at Ten Years of SPARK: Autism Essentials for Families in Mount Pleasant! đź’™

Thank you to Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics for inviting us!

This free parent conference brought families and professionals together to learn more about feeding, sleep, advocacy, behavior, medication, and other important topics. 🤝

Anne enjoyed connecting with parents and caregivers and sharing helpful resources for families of autistic children and youth.

Anne and Jenny attended the First Day Festival in Charleston on behalf of Family Connection of South Carolina. đź’™The even...
08/17/2026

Anne and Jenny attended the First Day Festival in Charleston on behalf of Family Connection of South Carolina. đź’™

The event was hosted by the City of Charleston, SC Government in partnership with Charleston County School District and the South Carolina Aquarium. They connected with families and shared information and resources about Family Connection.

📢 Columbia and Myrtle Beach Families 📢EdVenture Children’s Museum in Columbia and EdVenture Myrtle Beach are having anot...
08/16/2026

📢 Columbia and Myrtle Beach Families 📢

EdVenture Children’s Museum in Columbia and EdVenture Myrtle Beach are having another Sensory Night with reduced lighting, educational programming, limited crowd size, and resources for parents. 💙

🗓️ Friday, August 21st
⏱️ 5:30-7:30pm

Admission is FREE, but advanced registration is required. Visit EdVenture.org to reserve your spot and get more information!

FREE Virtual Trainings!  đź’™Here are few of our upcoming trainings, they are free, but you must register to attend.Know so...
08/14/2026

FREE Virtual Trainings! đź’™

Here are few of our upcoming trainings, they are free, but you must register to attend.

Know someone who could benefit from one or more of these? Please share with them.

Check out the full training calendar as we are consistently adding more, and register for one: familyconnectionsc.org/training/calendar

📢 Midlands Families 📢We will be at Soda City this Saturday, August 15th in downtown Columbia. ❤️Stop by and say hello if...
08/13/2026

📢 Midlands Families 📢

We will be at Soda City this Saturday, August 15th in downtown Columbia. ❤️

Stop by and say hello if you're in the area. đź‘‹

The Family Connection team went back to school this week, thanks to our partnership with South Carolina Appleseed Legal ...
08/12/2026

The Family Connection team went back to school this week, thanks to our partnership with South Carolina Appleseed Legal Justice Center. 🤝📝

Jennifer Rainville and Elizabeth Buckner took us through a deep dive into 504 plans and IEPs, and shared what’s new when it comes to education for children and teens with disabilities and chronic health conditions.

Family Connection is here to help you navigate all of these topics!

📞Call us at 1-800-578-8750 to talk with someone from our team.

Address

1800 Street Julian St. , Suite 104
Columbia, SC
29204

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(800)5788750

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