South Carolina Disability Resources
If you just got hurt on the job, received a diagnosis, or need to understand what South Carolina offers for people with disabilities, this page covers the major programs and how to access them.
Workers' Compensation
The South Carolina Workers' Compensation Commission handles claims.
What to do if you're hurt at work:- Report the injury to your employer immediately.
- Seek medical treatment through the employer's authorized provider.
- File a claim with the Commission if benefits are denied.
- Notify your employer within 90 days.
- File a formal claim within 2 years.
- Employers with 4+ employees must carry workers' compensation.
- Temporary total disability pays 66 2/3% of average weekly wage.
- Phone: 803-737-5700 / 1-800-521-6576
- Web: wcc.sc.gov
State Disability Programs
South Carolina does not have a state disability insurance program. Apply through federal SSDI/SSI.
Medicaid
South Carolina Medicaid is called Healthy Connections, administered by the Department of Health and Human Services.
How to apply:- Online at scdhhs.gov
- By phone: 1-888-549-0820
Vocational Rehabilitation
The South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department (SCVRD) helps people with disabilities find employment.
Contact:- Phone: 803-896-6500 / 1-800-832-7526
- Web: scvrd.net
Disability Rights
Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities, Inc. is South Carolina's federally designated P&A organization. Contact:- Phone: 803-782-0639 / 1-866-275-7273
- Web: pandasc.org
Veterans Services
The South Carolina Division of Veterans' Affairs provides state-level assistance.
Contact:- Phone: 803-255-4255
- Web: va.sc.gov
State Employment Protections
South Carolina does not have a comprehensive state law prohibiting disability discrimination in private employment beyond the ADA. State agencies are covered by state equal employment policies.
Where to file a complaint:- South Carolina Human Affairs Commission: 803-737-7800 / 1-800-521-0725
- EEOC: 1-800-669-4000
Key Contacts
| Agency | Phone | Website | |--------|-------|---------| | Workers' Compensation Commission | 1-800-521-6576 | wcc.sc.gov | | Healthy Connections (Medicaid) | 1-888-549-0820 | scdhhs.gov | | SC Vocational Rehabilitation | 1-800-832-7526 | scvrd.net | | Protection & Advocacy | 1-866-275-7273 | pandasc.org | | Human Affairs Commission | 1-800-521-0725 | See website | | Social Security Administration | 1-800-772-1213 | ssa.gov |