Resources

​SCAD recognizes the need to provide and coordinate resources for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Communities in
​South Carolina. Click the drop down button for different type of resources. 
SCAD is the state affiliate of the National Association of the Deaf (NAD). 
The NAD has many national resources available on their website. 

South Carolina Resources

Lifeline
The Lifeline Program provides a discount on home or cell phone service for qualifying low-income consumers to ensure that all Americans have the opportunities and security that phone service brings, including being able to connect to jobs, family and emergency services. Lifeline is part of the Federal and State Universal Service Fund. The Lifeline program is available to eligible low-income consumers in every state, territory, commonwealth, and on Tribal lands​. See website for more details.
Protection & Advocacy for People with Disabilities (P&A)
Columbia, SC
(803) 782-0639 (Main Office)
(866) 232-4525 TTY 
SC Department of Mental Health (SCDMH)
Deaf Services Hotline: 800-647-2066
Email: deafhotline@scdmh.org
SC Emergency Management Division
Severe Weather Emergency Information
SCEMD New Emergency Planning App
State Government Closings and Delays
​Hurricane Planning
SC Vocational Rehabilitation Department
Deaf and Hard of Hearing 
Need help with job searching skills?
Contact VR Office and ask to set up an appointment with a Deaf Counselor
803-896-6500 (Main Office)
803-896-6553 (TTY)
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437 Center Street
West Columbia, SC 29169
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