SOS Care at Charleston

10/15/2026

Meet Joseph from our Charleston Employment program: After several months of job searching for a position in stocking with consistent hours and supportive management, Joseph was hired at Michaels.
Over the past year, Joseph has been very successful and eager to learn beyond his initial stocking duties. His favorite area to work in is the framing department. This role requires significant organization to handle custom frame orders, along with several detailed processes. With guidance from the management team, he has progressed from stocking frames on the sales floor to working directly in the framing department, mastering one skill at a time.
Joseph shared that working in framing and collaborating with his teammates is his favorite part of the job and what brings him the most satisfaction. He is doing well, enjoys his work, and is very happy with his role (though he still appreciates his days off!). For Employment info in Charleston or the Grand Strand, visit: https://soscaresc.org/programs/employment-services/

10/13/2026

DISABILITY WATCH:📣 Good news for South Carolinians with disabilities!

South Carolina lawmakers recently passed the state’s new budget—and an important proposed cut to services for people with disabilities was NOT included.

The House Ways and Means Committee had proposed a $27 million reduction to Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS). After advocates and community members—including Disability Rights SC—raised concerns, lawmakers dropped the proposed cut from the final budget.

👏 This preserves critical funding for Medicaid HCBS waiver programs that help people with disabilities and older adults live, work, and thrive in their own homes and communities.

💰 Key funding highlights:

🔹 $102 million for Medicaid to help meet the federal “Maintenance of Effort” requirement and continue essential Medicaid programs.

🔹 $53 million for Medicare costs to help cover premiums and cost-sharing for eligible low-income seniors and people with disabilities enrolled in Medicaid.

🔹 $47 million for Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) to support personal care, in-home assistance, employment services, and other supports that help people remain in their homes and communities.

💙 Why does this matter?

For people with disabilities and their families, these aren’t simply numbers in a state budget. This funding can determine whether someone has access to the services and supports they need to live as independently as possible.

At SOS Care, we’ll continue to follow decisions affecting people with disabilities and their families.

Advocacy matters. Community voices matter. And preserving essential services matters. See details: https://scdailygazette.com/2026/08/26/sc-legislators-approve-350m-in-earmarks-agree-to-changes-next-year/

10/13/2026

ADVOCACY WATCH: SOUTH CAROLINA BUDGET PRESERVES KEY DISABILITY SERVICES
📣 Good news for South Carolinians with disabilities!

South Carolina lawmakers recently passed the state’s new budget—and an important proposed cut to services for people with disabilities was NOT included.

The House Ways and Means Committee had proposed a $27 million reduction to Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS). After advocates and community members—including Disability Rights SC—raised concerns, lawmakers dropped the proposed cut from the final budget.

👏 This means critical funding for Medicaid HCBS waiver programs has been preserved.

These programs make it possible for people with disabilities and older adults to receive the support they need to live, work, and thrive in their own homes and communities.

💰 Here are three important funding highlights:

🔹 $102 million for Medicaid
Allocated to the state’s Health and Human Services agency to help meet the federal “Maintenance of Effort” requirement and ensure South Carolina can continue providing essential Medicaid programs without disruption.

🔹 $53 million for Medicare costs
Allocated to help cover Medicare premiums and cost-sharing for eligible low-income seniors and people with disabilities enrolled in Medicaid—helping individuals maintain access to both Medicare and Medicaid coverage.

🔹 $47 million for Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS)
These funds support services that help people with disabilities and older adults remain in their homes and communities, including personal care, in-home supports, employment services, and other essential assistance that can reduce the need for institutional care.

💙 Why does this matter?

For people with disabilities and their families, funding decisions like these aren’t simply numbers in a state budget. They can determine whether someone has access to the services and supports they need to live as independently as possible and remain connected to their community.

At SOS Care, we will continue to follow decisions that affect people with disabilities and the families who love and support them.
Advocacy matters. Community voices matter. And preserving these essential services matters. For the budget article visit: https://scdailygazette.com/2026/08/26/sc-legislators-approve-350m-in-earmarks-agree-to-changes-next-year/

Future budgets will include similar amounts for both chambers and no direct funding for nonprofits, legislators said.

10/09/2026

SOS Care staff had a full day of training and updates today at our Annual conference held in Mount Pleasant. Great information and a wonderful chance to present Core Value Awards and Service anniversaries to dedicated staff members. Testimonies from the families we support was icing on the cake!

10/09/2026

We want to give a special thank you to Dog & Duck Family Pubs for their support of our SOS Care at Charleston Housing initiative to develop Oak Tree Village! And thanks to our hardworking Development committee for coordinating these local efforts. 💙

09/29/2026

We're pretty excited about a grant from Coastal Community Foundation that's helping us expand Bean Dreaming to the Charleston area! We've begun training baristas at table-top events, like the Habitat for Humanity event this past weekend.

Now we're buying another mobile truck, thanks to their support and that of Consortia Aerospace group! Thank you for helping us

09/29/2026

We have an immediate opening for in-clinic ABA services at our North Charleston Clinic. M-F 8am-2:30pm. We accept the following insurances: TEFRA, Select Health of SC, State BCBS plans.
For more information, please visit: https://soscaresc.org/programs/aba-therapy/ and complete the "Getting to know you" form.

09/24/2026

We have an immediate opening for in-clinic ABA services at our North Charleston Clinic. M-F 8am-2:30pm. We accept the following insurances: TEFRA, Select Health of SC, State BCBS plans.

For more information, please visit: https://soscaresc.org/programs/aba-therapy/ and complete the "Getting to know you" form.

09/21/2026

Job SEEKers is a 4 week or 8 week employment readiness program offered to adults with Intellectual Disabilities. The program goal is to help prepare adults with ASD/IDD for competitive employment. Program participants will meet virtually for sessions. This program has limited spaces available, but multiple sessions are being offered throughout South Carolina!
Here are the details:
https://soscaresc.org/programs/job-seekers/

09/15/2026

Did you know Celebrate Disability Voting Rights Week is September 14-18, 2026?
Disability Voting Rights Week (DVRW) is a nonpartisan movement hosted by the American Association of People with Disabilities and REV UP. DVRW is about advocacy, celebrating community, and building power. To learn more, visit:www.mobilize.us/rev-up-aapd/