The services in the Family Support Program include, but are not limited to, family support services coordination, information, referral, advocacy, educational materials, emergency and outreach services, and other individual and family-centered assistance services such as:
(1) respite care;
(2) personal assistance services;
(3) child care;
(4) homemaker services;
(5) minor home and work site modifications and vehicular modifications;
(6) specialized equipment and maintenance and repair;
(7) specialized nutrition and clothing and supplies;
(8) transportation services;
(9) health-related costs not otherwise covered;
(10) licensed nursing and nurses' aid services;
(11) family counseling, training, and support groups;
(12) financial assistance;
(13) emergency services;
(14) recreation and leisure needs.
HISTORY: 1993 Act No. 38, Section 1; 1994 Act No. 344, Section 2; 2011 Act No. 47, Section 3, eff June 7, 2011.
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Chapter 21 - Department Of Disabilities And Special Needs Family Support Services
Section 44-21-10. Legislative intent; intent of program; guiding principles.
Section 44-21-20. Definitions.
Section 44-21-30. Authority to contract or make grants.
Section 44-21-40. Focus of Family Support Program.
Section 44-21-50. Contracted agency to assist families in assessing needs and preparing plan.
Section 44-21-60. Services included in Family Support Program.
Section 44-21-70. Implementation contingent upon annual appropriations.
Section 44-21-80. Regional tertiary level developmental evaluation centers.