Aiken Center for Alcohol and Drug Services

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Aiken County Commission on Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services, DBA, Aiken Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Services, is the public substance use service provider for Aiken County, SC.

Daylight Saving Time means less sleep and more groggy mornings.Tired driving is risky, and mixing that with alcohol or o...
03/08/2026

Daylight Saving Time means less sleep and more groggy mornings.

Tired driving is risky, and mixing that with alcohol or other substances makes it even more dangerous. As we spring forward, plan a safe ride and don’t drive impaired. One lost hour isn’t worth a life.

Teen drinking and driving is a dangerous mix. Alcohol slows reaction time, clouds judgment, and increases the risk of cr...
03/05/2026

Teen drinking and driving is a dangerous mix. Alcohol slows reaction time, clouds judgment, and increases the risk of crashes, especially for young drivers who are still gaining experience behind the wheel. One bad decision can change lives forever.

Talk to teens about the risks, set clear expectations, and help them plan safe rides. No party is worth a life.

You won’t see a sloth va**ng or a penguin binge drinking. They stick to what keeps them healthy and alive. Maybe we can ...
03/03/2026

You won’t see a sloth va**ng or a penguin binge drinking. They stick to what keeps them healthy and alive. Maybe we can take a note from nature and choose habits that help us thrive, not just survive.

Protect wildlife. Protect yourself. Prevention is a wild idea worth trying.

03/02/2026

Free Workshop: March 19, 2026 from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
NewSpring Church
2521 Trolley Run Blvd
Aiken, SC 29801

Questions: josullivan@aikencenter.org - 803-649-1900

This Women’s History Month, we honor the women who challenge systems, support one another, and push for healthier commun...
03/02/2026

This Women’s History Month, we honor the women who challenge systems, support one another, and push for healthier communities.

Substance use prevention is part of that work. By promoting mental health, reducing stigma, and expanding access to support, women help protect lives and create safer futures for everyone.

By helping people avoid risky choices before they become lifelong struggles, we protect families, strengthen communities...
02/26/2026

By helping people avoid risky choices before they become lifelong struggles, we protect families, strengthen communities, and keep futures on track. Every conversation and every effort matters. Prevention is about choosing health, hope, and life.

Substance use challenges are not a moral failing. People need support, understanding, and access to help, not judgment.B...
02/25/2026

Substance use challenges are not a moral failing. People need support, understanding, and access to help, not judgment.

By listening, showing compassion, and offering resources, we can reduce stigma and make it easier for people to get the help they need. Every supportive conversation matters.

Struggling with substance use does not make someone a bad person. Shaming only pushes people away.Offering support, unde...
02/24/2026

Struggling with substance use does not make someone a bad person. Shaming only pushes people away.

Offering support, understanding, and safe options helps people make better choices and get the help they need.

Impaired driving does not just put lives at risk, it can change your future. A DUI can lead to arrest, heavy fines, cour...
02/19/2026

Impaired driving does not just put lives at risk, it can change your future. A DUI can lead to arrest, heavy fines, court costs, license suspension, and even jail time. Many people also face higher insurance rates and trouble getting or keeping a job.

One decision behind the wheel can follow you for years. Choosing a safe ride is not just about safety, it is about protecting your freedom and your future.

Impaired driving is preventable and deadly. In the U.S., about 32 people die every day in crashes involving drunk drivin...
02/18/2026

Impaired driving is preventable and deadly. In the U.S., about 32 people die every day in crashes involving drunk driving, and drug-impaired driving is also on the rise.

Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect how you respond behind the wheel. Making a plan before you go out can protect you and everyone else on the road.

Impaired driving puts everyone at risk. Alcohol, ma*****na, and other drugs can slow reaction time and cloud judgment, e...
02/17/2026

Impaired driving puts everyone at risk. Alcohol, ma*****na, and other drugs can slow reaction time and cloud judgment, even when someone feels “fine.”

One bad decision behind the wheel can change lives forever. If you plan to drink or use, plan a safe ride. Drive sober and arrive alive.

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1105 Gregg Highway
Aiken, SC
29801

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Monday 8:30am - 9pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 9pm
Thursday 8:30am - 9pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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The Aiken County Commission on Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services, DBA, The Aiken Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Services, is the public substance abuse service provider for Aiken County, SC. It holds 501 (c) 3 tax exemption status from the Internal Revenue Service. It has been in operation in Aiken County since February 12, 1974—over forty-five years. Pursuant to SC Act 301 of 1973, it was made a “political component” of Aiken County, SC on January 1, 1980. The Aiken Center is one of thirty-three (33) local, sister substance abuse provider agencies that serve all forty-six (46) counties of SC.

The Aiken Center has been CARF (Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) accredited for behavioral health outpatient and prevention/diversion services for adults as well as behavioral health outpatient and prevention/diversion services for children and adolescents since 1994. It is licensed as an outpatient substance abuse treatment provider by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC). In accordance with Chapter 61-12-20 of the SC Code of Laws, the Aiken Center is the “designated county authority” for the provision of substance abuse services in Aiken County, SC through designation by the South Carolina Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services (DAODAS).

The Aiken Center functions as an independent entity under contracts with a variety of funding sources, including Aiken County, DAODAS, South Carolina Department of Health and Human services (Medicaid) and a variety of third-party payers. It has been a member agency of the United Way of Aiken County since 1981. It has a current annual budget of $1.7 million dollars. It serves 1,600 clients per year with 22,000 hours of direct treatment/intervention service by a staff of 30 members.