The Family Resource Center for Disabilities & Special Needs

11/05/2025

11/04/2025

Check out this fantastic event!

Here are the details about the upcoming event and Sensory Hour, along with a press release that provides more background on Jurassic Quest and what guests can expect.
Sensory Hour Details:

📅 Date: November 8
🕘 Time: 8-9 a.m. before general opening
📍 Location:Charleston Area Convention Center
🎟️ Tickets: Available at jurassicquest.com– choose the North Charleston event and select 8-9am time slot

10/21/2025

Does My Family Member Need Guardianship?

Before taking a step as significant and permanent as guardianship, it’s important to explore ALL available options. Alternatives like Supported Decision-Making (SDM) can empower individuals with disabilities to make their own choices while still receiving the guidance they need.

What is Supported Decision-Making?

It’s a way for individuals with disabilities to make decisions with help from trusted people like family or friends.
• Promotes independence and respects each person’s dignity and preferences
• Is less restrictive than guardianship
• Is tailored to the specific support needs of the individual

Why is it important?
• Helps families make informed choices
• Encourages independence and confidence for individuals with disabilities
• Provides alternatives to guardianship that support lifelong inclusion and self-determination

We are proud to have collaborated on SCSupportedDecisionMaking.org — a resource hub full of tools, examples, and guidance to help families understand and use Supported Decision-Making in South Carolina.

Let’s work together to empower independence and respect for all!

arcsc.org/supported-decision-making

scsupporteddecisionmaking.org

10/21/2025

FREE Virtual Training hosted by Family Connection of South Carolina this Wednesday!

📝 Triple P for Parents: Real Tools for Real Behavior Challenges - Session 2
🗓️ Wednesday, October 22nd
🕐 6pm

Register to join us: https://www.familyconnectionsc.org/events-list/triple-p-for-parents-real-tools-for-real-behavior-challenges-session-2

10/12/2025

Really helpful apps!

10/10/2025

📢Upcoming FREE virtual training sessions in October! 📢

📱For more details and to register, visit:
familyconnectionsc.org/training/calendar

10/07/2025

How to Apply for Disability Programs, Services, & Resources in South Carolina

Want to learn more about how to apply for disability programs, services, and resources available in South Carolina?

Visit our directory for guidance on navigating the application process and accessing the support you need: arcsc.org/scdisabilityresourcedirectory

10/03/2025

10/03/2025

09/30/2025

💙 You are not alone.
As Parent Mentors, we walk alongside you because we have been there, and we know how important it is to feel supported and understood.

09/25/2025

In this webinar, Silvia Pereira-Smith, M.D., will discuss elopement behavior in autistic children and provide respectful ways to support safety.