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Tough Times Toolkit

A guide to community assistance in Pickens County

Updated September 2020

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TABLE OF

CONTENTS

9-1-1 Emergency Line ..................................................... 3 2-1-1 United Way Helpline ............................................ 4 AmeriCorps Services ...................................................... 5 Back to School Resources ............................................... 6 Clothing Assistance ........................................................ 7 Disability Resources ................................................... 8-10 Drug & Alcohol Resources ..................................... 11-12 Education .......................................................................13 Elderly Assistance ........................................................ 14 Employment Assistance .......................................... 15-16 Food Assistance ....................................................... 17-19 Heating & Utility Assistance .................................. 20-21 Home Repair Assistance .............................................. 22 Housing Assistance .................................................. 23-25 Legal Assistance ............................................................ 26 Medical Assistance .................................................. 27-28 Mental Health Resources........................................ 29-30 Parental Resources.................................................. 31-32 Rental Assistance ........................................................... 33 Shelters ..................................................................... 34-35 Transportation Assistance ............................................ 36 Veteran Assistance ......................................................... 37

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If you find yourself in an emergency situation

call 9-1-1

For other community resources contact your local United Way Office

(864) 850-7094 ext. 133 www. uwpickens.org

http://www/

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2-1-1 REFERRAL LINE

2-1-1 is available all day, every day. Every call is FREE and confidential. This assistance call line is staffed by counselors ready to assist you with almost any challenge, such as employment resources, financial planning, mental health referrals, substance abuse, heating bill assistance, state and federal assistance programs, education or credit issues, and more.

Contact Information

2-1-1 or 1-866-892-9211 www.sc211.org

http://www.uway.org/get-help

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AMERICORPS

AmeriCorps members serve within agencies in the community to help the public with financial

stability services

Services: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Free tax preparation for individuals and families with yearly income under $60,000

SC Thrive Hub counseling Online service to submit your application for federal or state assistance like SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, etc.

Financial education

We offer financial coaching to help improve your financial knowledge and establish positive

financial habits

Workforce development Need a job? We are here to help you with your search, prepare your resume or prepare for an interview.

Pickens County AmeriCorps locations:

United Way of Pickens County 201 S. 5th Street Easley, SC 29641 (864) 850-7094 ext. 133

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BACK-TO-SCHOOL RESOURCES

Clemson Community Care 105 Anderson Hwy, Clemson, SC 29631 (864)-653-4460 Monday-Friday 9:00am-1:00pm http://www.clemsoncommunitycare.org/

The Dream Center 111 Hillcrest Dr. Suite A, Easley, SC 29640 (864)-644-8885 Monday-Thursday 9:00am-5:00pm (closed 12-1pm for lunch) http://dreamcenterpc.org/

The Salvation Army 102 Stewart Drive, Easley, SC 29642 (864)-855-7198 Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm (call for appointment) https://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/

United Christian Ministries 303 Dacusville Hwy, Easley, SC 29640 (864)-671-1134 http://ucmpc.org/ Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00am-12:00pm (arrive early for intake screening)

http://www.clemsoncommunitycare.org/http://dreamcenterpc.org/https://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/http://ucmpc.org/

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CLOTHING ASSISTANCE

American Red Cross 509 S Lewis St, Pickens, SC 29671 (864)-878-0131 http://www.redcross.org/local/south-carolina/about-us/locations/upstate-sc

Hope Women’s Center 879 Gentry Memorial Hwy, Easley, SC 29641 (864) 855-8500 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9:00am-12:00pm www.yourservant.com/hope Offers baby and maternity clothing to women who are expecting or who have a child aged 0-24 months. No clients allowed inside the building during COVID-19, but they can deliver goods to your car.

The Salvation Army 102 Stewart Drive, Easley, SC 29642 (864)-855-7198 Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm (call for appointment) https://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/

SHARE 1725 E. Main St. Easley, SC 29640 (864)-859-2989 http://www.sharesc.org/

United Christian Ministries 303 Dacusville Hwy, Easley, SC 29640 (864)-671-1134 http://ucmpc.org/ Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00am-12:00pm (arrive early for intake screening)

http://www.redcross.org/local/south-carolina/about-us/locations/upstate-schttp://www.yourservant.com/hopehttps://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/http://www.sharesc.org/http://ucmpc.org/

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DISABILITY RESOURCES

Able SC 135 Edinburgh Ct. Suite 101, Greenville, SC 29607 (864)-235-1421 Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm http://www.able-sc.org/ Mentoring and assistance for disabled individuals of all ages. Virtual programming available.

Accessible Mobility Center 563 Woodruff Rd Greenville, SC 29607 (864) 568-3854 http://www.amcmobility.com/ Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM -5:00 PM; Saturday, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sells wheelchair-accessible vehicles and accessories.

Anderson Interfaith Ministries (AIM) 1202 S. Murray Ave., Anderson, SC, 29624 (864) 226-2273 (extension 119 directs to housing) http://www.aimcharity.org/ Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm, Friday, 8:00am-2:00pm Provides ramp, rails, and minor repairs. Homes must be single-family and owner-occupied. Owner must be employed. There is a client income limit.

BabyNet–SC First Steps 600 East Washington St Suite 602, Greenville, SC 29601 (864) 331-1450 (local office) or (866) 512-8881 (referrals) http://scfirststeps.com/babynet/ Provides free early intervention services for children under 2 with developmental disabilities. Parents or medical providers can make referrals any time online.

Children’s Rehabilitative Services (DHEC) 200 University Ridge, Greenville, SC, 29601 (864)-372-3064 https://www.scdhec.gov/health/child-teen-health/services-children-special-health-care-needs/childrens-rehabilitative Provides services and assistance for low-income children under 18 with chronic illnesses and/or congenital defects.

http://www.able-sc.org/http://www.amcmobility.com/http://www.aimcharity.org/http://scfirststeps.com/babynet/https://www.scdhec.gov/health/child-teen-health/services-children-special-health-care-needs/childrens-rehabilitativehttps://www.scdhec.gov/health/child-teen-health/services-children-special-health-care-needs/childrens-rehabilitative

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DISABILITY RESOURCES

Developmental Center for Exceptional Children 1100 W Franklin St, Anderson, SC 29624 (864)-260-4546 http://dcecandersonsc.com/ Year-round daycare for children with special needs from ages 0-5. After-school and summer care available for children ages 5-10. Financial support available.

Easter Seals SC PO Box 5715, Columbia, SC 29250 (803) 466-4089 http://www.easterseals.com/southcarolina/ Autism, therapy, and home-based early intervention help.

Family Connection of SC 29 N Academy St, Greenville, SC 29601 (864)-331-1340 http://www.familyconnectionsc.org/ Parent-to-parent support for families with special needs children. Offers education, healthcare, and training opportunities for families with special needs individuals. In-person events temporarily suspended due to COVID-19.

Happy Hooves 4700 Dacusville Hwy, Marietta, SC 29661 (864)-898-0043 www.happyhoovessc.com Therapeutic horseback riding for special needs children.

Meyer Center 1132 Rutherford Rd, Greenville, SC 29609 (864)-250-0005 http://www.meyercenter.org/ Special education school that provides academic enrichment, occupational therapy, speech therapy, physical therapy, and more. Allows Pickens County residents to apply for admission.

Pickens County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs 1308 Griffin Mill Rd, Easley, SC, 29640 (864)-859-5416 https://www.pickenscountydsnboard.org/ Serves individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities.

http://dcecandersonsc.com/http://www.easterseals.com/southcarolina/http://www.familyconnectionsc.org/http://www.happyhoovessc.com/http://www.meyercenter.org/https://www.pickenscountydsnboard.org/

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DISABILITY RESOURCES

Rebuild Upstate P.O. Box 8693, Greenville, SC 29604 (864)-603-2708 http://rebuildupstate.org/ Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm Home modifications and repairs include installation of wheelchair ramps and walk-in showers. Must own home and meet income requirements.

South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs 3440 Harden Street Extension, Columbia, SC 29203 (803) 898-9600 http://ddsn.sc.gov/ State agency that assists with individuals, households, and families with individuals that have intellectual disabilities, autism, traumatic brain injury, and/or spinal cord injury.

http://rebuildupstate.org/http://ddsn.sc.gov/http://ddsn.sc.gov/

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DRUG & ALCOHOL RESOURCES

AddCare Counseling 413 Vardry St, #7, Greenville, SC, 29601 (864) 467-1319 Individual and group therapy offered. Services include substance abuse, anger management, domestic violence, grief counseling, family counseling, etc. Insurance not accepted; payment due at time of service.

Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County 309 E Main St. Pickens, SC 29671 (864) 898-5800 Open Access hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:30am http://bhspickens.com/ Call for an appointment or for the walk-in hours of your desired program. Emphasis on alcohol and drug abuse services. Clients must bring photo ID, Social Security card, list of current medications, insurance or Medicaid card, and any referral information.

Crossroads Treatment Center 157 Brozzini Ct Suite A-D, Greenville, SC 29615 209 Oconee Square Dr., Seneca, SC 29678 1-800-805-6989 Monday-Friday, 5:00am-10:00am; Saturday, 7:00am-9:00am (Greenville office only) http://www.crossroadstreatmentcenters.com/ Methadone and suboxone clinic. Client must bring photo ID. Medicaid accepted.

Don Foster and Associates 104 Mills Avenue, Greenville, SC, 29605 (864)-235-5666, ext. 0 Outpatient substance abuse rehabilitation

Greenville Metro Treatment Center 602 Airport Rd, Greenville, SC 29607 New Patients: (877)-284-7074 Existing Patients: (864)-234-7952 Monday-Friday, 5:00am-1:30pm, Saturday, 6:00am-8:30am Counseling and medication-assisted treatment available

Home With a Heart 220 James Mattison Rd, Liberty, SC 29657 (864)-843-3058 http://homewithaheart.com/ Men’s rehab center

http://bhspickens.com/http://www.crossroadstreatmentcenters.com/http://homewithaheart.com/

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DRUG & ALCOHOL RESOURCES

Marshall I. Pickens Hospital 701 Grove Rd, Greenville, SC 29605 (864)-455-8988 https://www.ghs.org/healthcareservices/department-of-psychiatry-behavioral-medicine/ Psychiatric hospital.

Miracle Hill Renewal Center 19 Graves Dr., Greenville, SC, 29609 (864)-241-6688 https://miraclehill.org/shelters/renewal-for-women/ 6-month addiction recovery program for women

Pavillon Greenville Outpatient Services 101 Pelham Commons Blvd, Greenville, SC, 29615 (864)-241-6688 http://www.pavillon.org/iop.php Outpatient drug and alcohol rehabilitation. All meetings and counseling are virtual during COVID-19. Medicaid and Medicare not accepted

Phoenix Center 1400 Cleveland St, Greenville, SC, 29607 (864)-467-3790 Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm http://www.phoenixcenter.org/ Support groups for alcohol and drug rehabilitation, parenting classes, detoxification, adult and adolescent outpatient treatment, women’s and adolescent inpatient treatment.

Southwest Carolina Treatment 341 W Beltline Blvd, Anderson, SC 2962 (864)-222-9798 Monday-Friday, 5:00am-11:00am, Saturday, 6:30am-9:30am Individual and group counseling; methadone and suboxone treatment.

https://www.ghs.org/healthcareservices/department-of-psychiatry-behavioral-medicine/https://miraclehill.org/shelters/renewal-for-women/http://www.pavillon.org/iop.phphttp://www.phoenixcenter.org/

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EDUCATION RESOURCES

Adult Learning Center 201 South 5th Street. Suite D Easley, SC 29640 (864) 397-3800 During School: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm Summer: Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm Services are available for Pickens County adults 18+. Provides adult basic education, diploma program, English as a second language (ESL), GED preparation, parent education, referral to literacy tutors, workplace training & career readiness, Work Keys preparation, and benefits screening.

Goodwill Job Connection 815 Saco Lowell Rd. Easley, SC 29640 (864) 644-0195 Monday-Friday 10:00am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-4:30pm www.goodwillsc.org/job-training/certifications Certifications: Commercial Driver’s License Digital Skills Food Service Forklift Operator Nurse Aide Retail

Pickens County Library System www.pickens.lib.sc.us/ Hampton Memorial Library (864) 850-7077 Central-Clemson Regional Branch (864) 639-2711 Sarlin Branch (864) 843-5805 Village Branch (864) 898-5747

Tri-County Technical College Easley: 1774 Powdersville Road, Easley, SC 29642 Pendleton: 7900 Highway 76, Pendleton, SC 29670 (864)-646-8282 http://www.tctc.edu/

http://www.goodwillsc.org/job-training/certificationshttp://www.goodwillsc.org/certifications/constructionhttp://www.goodwillsc.org/cleaning-management-institutehttp://www.goodwillsc.org/job-training/certifications/food-servicehttp://www.goodwillsc.org/job-training/certifications/forklift-safetyhttp://www.goodwillsc.org/job-training/certifications/nurse-aidehttp://www.goodwillsc.org/job-training/certifications/retailhttp://www.pickens.lib.sc.us/http://www.tctc.edu/

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ELDERLY ASSISTANCE

Pickens County Meals on Wheels McKissick Center for Senior Wellness 349 Edgemont Ave., Liberty, SC 29657 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-2:30pm (864)-855-3370 http://www.pcmow.org/ Delivers hot meals and home visits to senior citizens in Pickens County.

Senior Citizens of Pickens, Inc. Hagood Community Center 129 Schoolhouse St, Pickens, SC 29671 (864) 878-6000 https://www.cityofpickens.com/?SEC=FD1A0AA1-280B-4E2C-A635-26857FBA6E7C Offers meals, fitness classes, leisure opportunities, social events, internet access, and educational

activities to Pickens County residents over 55.

http://www.pcmow.org/https://www.cityofpickens.com/?SEC=FD1A0AA1-280B-4E2C-A635-26857FBA6E7C

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EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE

The Dream Center 111 Hillcrest Dr. Suite A, Easley, SC 29640 (864)-644-8885 Monday-Thursday 9:00am-5:00pm (closed 12-1pm for lunch) http://dreamcenterpc.org/

Goodwill Job Connection 815 Saco Lowell Rd, Easley, SC 29640 (864)-644-0195 https://www.goodwillsc.org/find-work

SC Works Clemson: 1376 Tiger Blvd Suite 102, Clemson, SC 29631

(864)-646-1515 Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

Easley: QuickJobs Development Center, Tri-County Technical College: 1776 Powdersville Rd (864) 220-8990 Monday-Tuesday, 8:30am-5:00pm https://scworks.org/

SHARE 1725 E Main St, Easley, SC 29641 (864)-859-2989 http://www.sharesc.org/

SNAP 2 Work 212 McDaniel Ave, Pickens, SC 29671 (864)-868-2931 Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm https://dss.sc.gov/assistance-programs/work-programs/snap-employment-and-training/ For SNAP recipients.

Tri-County Technical College Easley: 1774 Powdersville Road, Easley, SC 29642 Pendleton: 7900 Highway 76, Pendleton, SC 29670 (864)-646-8282 http://www.tctc.edu/

http://dreamcenterpc.org/http://www.sharesc.org/https://dss.sc.gov/assistance-programs/work-programs/snap-employment-and-training/http://www.tctc.edu/

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EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE

Vocational Rehabilitation Anderson: 3001 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Anderson, SC 29625 (864) 224-6391 Greenville: 105 Parkins Mill Rd, Greenville, SC 29607 (864) 297-3066 Seneca: 1951 Wells Hwy, Seneca, SC 29678

(864)-882-6669 Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm http://scvrd.net/

http://scvrd.net/

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FOOD ASSISTANCE

5 Point Church Food Pantry 1039 S. Pendleton Street Easley, SC 29640 (864) 850-0580 Tuesday 5:30-6:30pm Thursday 11:30am-12:30pm Bring proof of residency and government-issued ID

AID Upstate 811 Pendleton St #10 Greenville, SC 29602 (864) 250-0607 www.aidupstate.org Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm For HIV/AIDS patients enrolled in AID Upstate’s Medical Case Management Program. Clients must fall below income threshold apply for SNAP. One box per client per month.

Catholic Charities 2300 Old Buncombe Rd, Greenville, SC 29609 (864) 517-1016 www.charitiessc.org Tuesday and Thursday, 12:00-:003pm Drive-thru/no-contact food box distribution

Catholic Outreach at Holy Cross Catholic Church 558 Hampton Ave Pickens, SC 29671 Villano Hall (next to church; across from Pickens Elementary) (864) 878-0574 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month from 9:00am-12:00pm Call ahead to check for COVID-19 schedule changes

Clemson Community Care 105 Anderson Hwy. Clemson, SC 29631 (864) 653-4460 Monday-Thursday 9:00am-1:00pm Clients should park in the back of the building and call the number above; food will be brought out to the client’s vehicle. SNAP application assistance also available. Clients should arrive before 10AM to receive assistance. Service available to Clemson, Central, and Pendleton residents only.

Gleaning House Ministries 319 C David Stone Rd, Pickens, SC 29671 (864) 552-1430 Tuesday 9:00am-11:00am Clients will have to have proof of residence and there are income requirements. During COVID-19, bring your own container to carry the food.

http://www.aidupstate.org/

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FOOD ASSISTANCE

Miracle Hill Ministries 725 Keith Drive, Greenville, SC 29607 (864) 268-4357 https://miraclehill.org/how-we-help/food-warehouse/ Monday-Friday 8:00am-12:00pm (closes at 11:00am on Wednesdays) Must bring photo ID and two pieces of mail that match the address on your ID. One person per household; services limited to six consecutive months

Pickens County DHEC 200 McDaniel Avenue Pickens, SC 29671 (864) 898-5965 www.scdhec.gov Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:30pm WIC certification

Pickens County DSS 200 McDaniel Avenue Pickens, SC 29671 (864) 868-2931 Information about SNAP: https://dss.sc.gov/assistance-programs/snap/ Application portal: https://scmapp.sc.gov/ Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm SNAP (food stamps)

Pickens Presbyterian Church 311 W Main St. Pickens, SC 29671 Monday & Wednesday 8:30am until gone (864) 878-9422 http://www.pickenspresbyterian.org/ Assistance is for Pickens, Liberty, Six Mile, and Sunset Residents only. Bring a photo ID for proof of address. First come first serve; one box per household

Pickens County Meals On Wheels McKissick Center for Senior Wellness 349 Edgemont Ave., Liberty, SC 29657 Monday-Friday 8:30am-2:30pm (864)-855-3370 http://www.pcmow.org/ Delivers hot meals and home visits to senior citizens in Pickens County

The Salvation Army of Pickens County 102 Stewart Drive, Easley, SC 29642 (864)-855-7198 Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm (call for appointment) https://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/

https://miraclehill.org/how-we-help/food-warehouse/http://www.scdhec.gov/https://dss.sc.gov/assistance-programs/snap/https://scmapp.sc.gov/http://www.pickenspresbyterian.org/http://www.pcmow.org/https://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/

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FOOD ASSISTANCE

Seventh Day Adventist (We Care Community Services) 2503 Gentry Memorial Hwy Pickens 29671 (864) 878-6897 www.pickenssc.adventistchurch.org Tuesdays 10:00am-1:00pm

http://www.pickenssc.adventistchurch.org/

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HEATING & UTILITY ASSISTANCE

AID Upstate 811 Pendleton St #10 Greenville, SC 29602 (864) 250-0607 www.aidupstate.org Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm For HIV/AIDS patients enrolled in AID Upstate’s Medical Case Management Program. Must offer proof of financial hardship.

Catholic Outreach at Holy Cross Catholic Church 558 Hampton Ave Pickens, SC 29671 Villano Hall (next to church; across from Pickens Elementary) (864) 878-0574 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month from 9:00am-12:00pm Call ahead to check for COVID-19 schedule changes

Clemson Community Care 105 Anderson Hwy. Clemson, SC 29631 (864) 653-4460 http://www.clemsoncommunitycare.org/ Monday-Thursday 9:00am-1:00pm Clients must arrive by 10:00am to receive assistance, or schedule appointment ahead of time. Services only available for Clemson, Central, and Pendleton residents. Call for COVID-related questions.

LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program)

1725 E. Main Street, Easley, South Carolina 29641

(864)-859-2989 (LIHEAP)

(864)-229-8870 (weatherization)

https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/1548

A federal emergency assistance block grant funded by the U.S. Department of Health and

Human Services for low-income households to help heat, cool, and weatherize their homes.

Pickens Presbyterian Church 311 W Main St. Pickens, SC 29671 (864) 878-9422 www.pickenspresbyterian.org Utility assistance appointments offered every other Tuesday. Call the church office to schedule an appointment. Assistance available for Pickens, Liberty, Six Mile, and Sunset Residents only.

http://www.aidupstate.org/http://www.clemsoncommunitycare.org/https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/1548http://www.pickenspresbyterian.org/

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HEATING & UTILITY ASSISTANCE

Salvation Army of Pickens County 102 Stewart Drive, Easley, SC 29642 (864)-855-7198 Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm (call for appointment) https://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/

SHARE 1725 E Main St, Easley, SC 29641 (864)-859-2989 http://www.sharesc.org/

United Christian Ministries 303 Dacusville Hwy. Easley, SC 29641 www.ucmpc.org (864) 671-1134 Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 9:00am-12:00pm Excludes Central and Clemson residents.

Free Cell Phone Service:

Free cell phone and plan through the Federal Lifeline Assistance program. One line per household. You can qualify if your income is below 135% of the federal poverty line OR if you receive federal assistance through SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, Section 8, or Veterans/Survivors Pension. Apply online by uploading proof of benefits or income to one of the following websites.

Assurance Wireless

www.assurancewireles.com

SafeLink Wireless www.safelinkwireless.com

Q Link Wireless www.qlinkwireless.com

https://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/http://www.sharesc.org/http://www.ucmpc.org/http://www.assurancewireles.com/http://www.safelinkwireless.com/http://www.qlinkwireless.com/

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HOME REPAIR ASSISTANCE

Allen Temple Community Economic Development Cooperation 404 Vardry St. Greenville, SC 29601 (864)-298-0077 http://www.allentemplecedc.org/ Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm Assists with home repairs and affordable rentals.

Anderson Interfaith Ministries (AIM) 1202 S. Murray Ave., Anderson, SC, 29624 (864) 226-2273 http://www.aimcharity.org/ Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm, Friday 8:00am-2:00pm Provides ramp, rails, and minor repairs. Homes must be single-family and owner-occupied. Owner must be employed. There is a client income limit.

Rebuild Upstate P.O. Box 8693, Greenville, SC 29604 (864)-603-2708 http://rebuildupstate.org/ Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm Home modifications and repairs, including installation of wheelchair ramps and walk-in showers, roofing and floor repair, plumbing and electrical updates, and more. Must own home and meet income requirements.

Rural Housing Service 1835 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29201 (803) 765-5245 https://www.rd.usda.gov/sc

Federal program for rural home financing (mortgage and repairs).

http://www.allentemplecedc.org/http://www.aimcharity.org/http://rebuildupstate.org/https://www.rd.usda.gov/sc

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HOUSING ASSISTANCE

Low-Income Housing Complexes:

62 Plaza 105 Plaza Court Central, SC 29630 (864) 639-2044 Income based and only 62 years +

American Legion Apartments 118 B Legion Street Easley, SC 29642 (864) 306-0960 Income based and only 62 years +

Cedar Brook Townhomes 101 Cedar Brook Cir Easley, SC 29640 (864) 859-1144 Median income based rent

Creekside Apartments 100 Pebble Brook Ct Easley, SC 29642 (864) 654-1000 Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:30pm, Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm Median income based rent

Creekwood Village Apartments (864) 654-3385 201 West Lane: Suite 400 Clemson SC 29631 Email: creekwood@wcsites.net

Crestview Village 908 Crestview Rd Easley, SC 29640 (864) 859-2751

Duncan Property Management 6932 C Calhoun Memorial Highway Easley, SC 29640 (864) 295-1313

Forestview Apartments 101 Forest View Liberty, SC 29657 (864) 843-9755 www.boydmanagement.com/sc/forestview/ Income based

mailto:creekwood@wcsites.nethttp://www.boydmanagement.com/sc/forestview/

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HOUSING ASSISTANCE

Park West Apartments 300 Duvall St Easley, SC 29640 (864) 859-1990 Median income based rent

Pope Field Terrace 110 Pearson Terrace Drive, Easley, SC 29654 (864) 859-7747 Income based

Ridgecrest Apartments 743 Issaqueena Trail Central, SC 29630 (864) 653-5502 Income based

Ridgeview Apartments 117 Ridgeview Dr. Pickens, SC 29671 (864) 878-2459 Income based

Westfield Apartments 127 Annie Street Liberty, SC 29657 (864) 843-1123 Income based

Housing Assistance:

Allen Temple Community Economic Development Cooperation 404 Vardry St. Greenville, SC 29601 (864)-298-0077 http://www.allentemplecedc.org/ Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm Assists with home repairs and affordable rentals.

Easley Housing Authority 103 Wallace Dr. Easley, SC 29640 (864) 855-0629 Applications are taken Tuesday and Thursday 9:00am-11:00am Provides public housing at Westgate. Must be 18+. Bring birth certificates, social security cards, and ID (for everyone 18+) in the household.

http://www.allentemplecedc.org/

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HOUSING ASSISTANCE

Pickens County Habitat for Humanity 309 East Cedar Rock Street Pickens, SC 29671 (864) 878-6374 Monday-Thursday 9:00am-4:30pm www.pickenshabitat.org Home ownership program

United Housing Connections 135 Edinburgh Ct., Greenville, SC 29607 (864) 241-0462 Monday-Thursday 8:30am-6:00pm, Friday 8:30am-12:30pm www.unitedhousingconnections.org Helps individuals and families find safe, sustainable, and affordable housing

http://www.pickenshabitat.org/http://www.unitedhousingconnections.org/

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LEGAL ASSISTANCE

Catholic Charities Greenville: 204 Douthit St Suite A1, Greenville, SC 29601 1-800-705-8748 ext 3 Berea: 2300 Old Buncombe Rd, Greenville, SC 29609 1-800-705-8748 ext 6 Only offering remote services during COVID-19; leave a voicemail at the above number and a representative will return your call. Provides low-cost legal services to clients who cannot afford an immigration attorney. Payment on sliding scale based upon income. Staff is bilingual in English and Spanish.

South Carolina Legal Services-Greenville Office 701 S. Main St. Greenville, SC 29601 Intake line: (888) 346-5592 *call this number first to see if you qualify for services* Greenville office: (864) 679-3232 www.sclegal.org Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday 8:30am-5:00pm, Wednesday 8:30am-7:00pm Services are for residents of Pickens, Oconee, Anderson, and Greenville County who meet the income guidelines. Provides free legal services in civil (non-criminal) legal matters: consumer finance (bankruptcy, collection, fraud, etc.), education (access, student financial aid, etc.), elder law (will, estates, probate, etc.), employment, family, health, housing, immigration, public benefits, taxation.

http://www.sclegal.org/

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MEDICAL

ASSISTANCE

AID Upstate 811 Pendleton St #10 Greenville, SC 29602 (864) 250-0607 www.aidupstate.org Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm For people living with HIV/AIDS. Services include medical case management, prescription and lab services, telehealth, and substance abuse treatment. STD screening and PrEP also available. Call ahead for appointments.

Clemson Free Clinic 1200 Tiger Blvd. Clemson, SC 29631 (864) 654-8277 Eligibility screening: Monday 1:30pm-3:30pm Clinic hours: Wednesday 5:00pm-8:00pm Provides free services to residents of Clemson, Pendleton, Central and Six Mile. Must be at or below the federal poverty line AND ineligible for private insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid. Services provided by appointment only.

Coast2Coast RX Any United Way office http://coast2coastrx.com/ 1-800-931-8872 Lowers the cost of prescriptions that are not covered by insurance

Eye Cooperative 803-661-2074 www.eyecooperative.org Sliding scale program helps pay for adult and children’s eyeglasses. Must be referred from a community agency (DSS, etc.).

Lions Club (864) 372-6090 http://e-clubhouse.org/sites/liberty_sc/ Eyeglasses

Pickens County DHEC 200 McDaniel Avenue Pickens, SC 29671 (864) 898-5965 www.scdhec.gov Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:30pm Family planning, STD/HIV testing, immunizations, WIC services

http://www.aidupstate.org/http://coast2coastrx.com/http://www.eyecooperative.org/http://e-clubhouse.org/sites/liberty_sc/http://www.scdhec.gov/

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Samaritan Health Clinic of Pickens County 303 Dacusville Hwy Easley, SC 29640 http://www.samaritanhealthclinic.org/ (864) 855-0853 For low-income Pickens County residents with no health insurance (no private insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid). Services include dental exams, referrals to dentists and oral surgeons, diagnostic tests, gynecology exams, medical exams, prescription medications provided by on-site pharmacy, and specialist referrals

New Patients Eligibility screening: Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday 9:00am-11:30am This is so you can qualify to use their services. You do not need an appointment. Call ahead to ensure you bring the correct documentation

Current Patients Clinic Hours:

Monday: 8:30am-12:00pm; 2:00pm-4:00pm Wednesday/Thursday: 8:30am-2:00pm

Pharmacy Hours: Thursday: 9:00am-2:00pm

http://www.samaritanhealthclinic.org/

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MENTAL HEALTH

RESOURCES

AID Upstate 811 Pendleton St #10 Greenville, SC 29602 (864) 250-0607 www.aidupstate.org Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm Mental health referrals and group therapy for HIV/AIDS patients enrolled in AID Upstate’s Medical Case Management Program. Substance abuse counseling available for established clients.

Anderson Oconee Pickens Mental Health Center 337 W. Main St. Easley, SC 29640 (864) 878-6830 (Pickens County office) http://www.aopmentalhealth.org/ Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Services by appointment only. Provides case management, child and adolescent services, family outreach, psychosocial rehabilitation, and outpatient treatment. Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance accepted.

Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County 309 E Main St. Pickens, SC 29671 (864) 898-5800 Open Access hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:30am (first come, first served) http://bhspickens.com/ Call for an appt. or for the walk-in hours of your desired program Emphasis on alcohol and drug abuse services. Clients must bring photo ID, Social Security card, list of current medications, insurance or Medicaid card, and any referral information.

JC Cares 111 Hillcrest Drive, Easley, South Carolina 29640 (864) 999-2255 http://www.jccares.us/ Christian spiritual counseling

Marshall I. Pickens Hospital 701 Grove Rd, Greenville, SC 29605 (864)-455-8988 http://ghspsych.org/ Psychiatric hospital.

http://www.aidupstate.org/http://www.aopmentalhealth.org/http://bhspickens.com/http://www.jccares.us/http://ghspsych.org/

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Pickens County Advocacy Center 5190 Calhoun Memorial Highway Suite A&B, Easley, SC 29640 www.pcadvocacy.org (864) 442-5500 Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm ON CALL 24/7 Offers support for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. Referral for therapy, advocate

support (during court, at hospital), clothing to wear home from the hospital, recreational camps

for children removed by Social Services

The Parenting Place 1899 Gentry Memorial Hwy, Easley, SC 29640 (864)-898-5583 Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm https://www.tppupstate.org/ Physical office temporarily closed due to COVID-19. Call for more details about virtual counseling and education.

Safe Harbor 429 N Main St Greenville, SC 29601 24/7 Hotline: 1-800-291-2139 www.safeharborsc.org

Emergency shelter, transitional housing, counseling, and education for domestic violence

survivors and their dependent children

http://www.pcadvocacy.org/https://www.tppupstate.org/http://www.safeharborsc.org/

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PARENTAL

RESOURCES

The Dream Center 111 Hillcrest Dr. Suite A, Easley, SC 29640 (864) 644-8885 Monday-Thursday 9:00am-5:00pm (closed 12:00-1:00pm for lunch) dreamcenterpc.org Empowering families in poverty. Free life skill classes, mentoring. Participating in classes earns Dream Dollars for clothing & assistance.

Family Promise 104 Stewart Drive, Easley, SC 29640 (864) 644-8828 www.familypromisepickens.org Provides lodging and social services to homeless families with the goal of helping them achieve financial independence.

HeadStart Simpson Head Start Center-Easley, SC

304 West D Street Easley, SC 29640 (864) 855-0354

Clemson Head Start Center-Clemson, SC 644 Old Greenville Highway Clemson, SC 29631 (864) 654-0790

Pickens Head Start Center-Pickens, SC 1813 Gentry Memorial Hwy Pickens, SC 29671 (864) 878-1494

Reece Mill Road Head Start/Early Head Start Center-Pickens, SC 201 Reece Mill Rd Pickens, SC 29671 (864) 898-0006

Applicants must meet income guidelines established by the Department of Health and Human Services. Children must be age 3-5 for Head Start or 0-3 for Early Head Start.

Hope Women’s Center 879 Gentry Memorial Hwy, Easley, SC 29641 (864) 855-8500 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9:00am-12:00pm www.yourservant.com/hope Offers baby needs such as food, formula, diapers, wipes, and maternity clothing to women who are expecting or who have a child aged 0-24 months. No clients allowed inside the building during COVID-19, but they can deliver goods

http://www.yourservant.com/hope

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Nurse-Family Partnership https://www.ghs.org/healthcareservices/women/having-a-baby/nurse-family-partnership/ Provides in-home nurse visits from pregnancy through the child’s second birthday for first-time mothers on Medicaid. Must apply before 29 weeks’ gestation.

Parenting & Family Literacy 161 School Road, Easley, SC 29640 (864) 397-1638 http://pfp.pickens.k12.sc.us/cms/One.aspx?portalId=199838 GED & ESL classes, parent education, breakfast/lunch, and child care & literacy activities for children ages 0-5.

The Parenting Place 1899 Gentry Memorial Hwy, Easley, SC 29640 (864) 898-5583 https://www.tppupstate.org/ Physical office temporarily closed due to COVID-19. Call for more details about virtual counseling and education. Offers free and voluntary home visitation services, parental education, and family counseling.

Pickens County First Steps P.O. Box 1113, Central, SC 29630 (864) 654-3000 www.pickenscountyfirststeps.org Offers early identification and referral for developmental disabilities, childcare scholarships, and training for childcare providers

SAFY Strengthening Families Program (864) 270-4257 Interactive sessions that help families improve parent-child relationships and create a nurturing home environment. The program is for families with at least one child between the ages of 6-11. For more information, call the number above or email Jessica Childers at keeverj@safy.org.

South Carolina Department of Social Services Pickens County (DSS) 212 McDaniel Ave., Pickens, SC 29671 864-898-5810 www.dss.sc.gov Assists families who cannot provide basic needs. Manages Refugee Resettlement Program. Provides protective services against abuse and neglect for elderly and disabled adults (Adult Protective Services) and for children under 18 (Child Protective Services).

https://www.ghs.org/healthcareservices/women/having-a-baby/nurse-family-partnership/http://pfp.pickens.k12.sc.us/cms/One.aspx?portalId=199838https://www.tppupstate.org/http://www.pickenscountyfirststeps.org/http://www.dss.sc.gov/

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AID Upstate 811 Pendleton St #10 Greenville, SC 29602 (864) 250-0607 www.aidupstate.org Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm For HIV/AIDS patients enrolled in AID Upstate’s Medical Case Management Program. Must offer proof of financial hardship.

Clemson Community Care 105 Anderson Hwy. Clemson, SC 29631 (864) 653-4460 http://www.clemsoncommunitycare.org/ Monday-Thursday 9:00am-1:00pm Clients must arrive by 10AM or schedule appointment ahead of time to receive assistance. Services only available for Clemson, Central, and Pendleton residents. Call for COVID-related questions.

The Salvation Army of Pickens County 102 Stewart Drive, Easley, SC 29642 (864)-855-7198 Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm (call for appointment) https://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/

United Christian Ministries 303 Dacusville Hwy. Easley, SC 29641 www.ucmpc.org (864) 671-1134 Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 9:00am-12:00pm Excludes Central and Clemson residents.

United Housing Connections 135 Edinburgh Court, Greenville, SC 29607 (864) 241-0462 http://unitedhousingconnections.org/ Monday-Thursday 8:30am-6:00pm, Friday 8:30am-12:30pm Includes intensive case management and support services.

http://www.aidupstate.org/http://www.clemsoncommunitycare.org/https://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/http://www.ucmpc.org/http://unitedhousingconnections.org/

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SHELTERS

Alston Wilkes Society 614 Pendleton St, Greenville, SC 29601 (864) 242-0808 www.alstonwilkessociety.org Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10:00am-4:00pm Male veterans only. Can be offender or former offender

Family Promise 104 Stewart Drive, Easley, SC 29640 (864) 644-8828 www.familypromisepickens.org Provides lodging and social services to homeless families with the goal of helping them achieve financial independence.

Greenville Rescue Mission 575 W Washington St, Greenville, SC 29601 (864) 242-6933 www.miraclehill.org/shelters/greenville-rescue-mission/ Arrive at 5:00am; intake begins at 8:00am 135-bed shelter for homeless men. A few respite care beds available for those with medical needs.

MARYS House (Ministry Alliance for Regaining Your Safety) P.O. Box 132 Pickens, South Carolina 29671 Hope Services: (864) 855-1708 24/7 Shelter Hotline: (864) 856-9191 http://www.maryshouse.com/ Provides shelter and transitional services for female domestic violence victims and their children.

Our Daily Rest 525 E Main St, Seneca, SC 29678 (864) 482-2040 www.ourdailyrest.org Shelter for men, women, and children (children housed in women’s facilities). Call for intake protocol during COVID-19.

Safe Harbor 429 N Main St Greenville, SC 29601-2076 24/7 Hotline: 1-800-291-2139 www.safeharborsc.org Emergency shelter and transitional housing for domestic violence survivors and their children

http://www.alstonwilkessociety.org/http://www.miraclehill.org/shelters/greenville-rescue-mission/http://www.maryshouse.com/http://www.ourdailyrest.org/http://www.safeharborsc.org/

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Shepard’s Gate 11 Regency Hill Dr. Greenville, SC 29607 (864) 268-5589 Intake begins at 2:00pm https://miraclehill.org/shelters/shepherds-gate/ Shelter for women and mothers with children (boys must be 10 or under)

United Ministries Homeless Services (formerly GAIHN) (864) 271-3424 https://united-ministries.org/get-help/ Day Shelter: Monday-Friday 8:00am-11:00am Provides case management, showers, laundry, and phone access to homeless individuals Interfaith Hospitality Network (call number above):

Provides emergency shelter for families to stay together at a local faith congregation

https://miraclehill.org/shelters/shepherds-gate/https://united-ministries.org/get-help/

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TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE

Medicaid Transportation Benefits 1-866-910-7688 https://www.scdhhs.gov/site-page/transportation-beneficiary-information Monday-Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm Medicaid recipients are eligible for transportation to doctor’s appointments, dialysis, x-rays, lab work, drug store, or other medical appointments. Call 3 days in advance before your appointment. Call to cancel a ride at least 24 hours in advance.

http://www.scdhhs.gov/site-page/transportation-beneficiary-informationhttp://www.scdhhs.gov/site-page/transportation-beneficiary-information

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VETERAN ASSISTANCE

Upstate Warrior Solution 109-3 Sloan St., Clemson, SC, 29631 (864) 520-2073 Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm Friday 8:00am-12:00pm http://upstatewarriorsolution.org/ Coordinates with a network of providers to improve quality of life for veterans and their families. Services include healthcare and benefits coordination, education and employment support, housing support, quality of life support, and family services.

http://upstatewarriorsolution.org/