Kershaw County
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Local offices in Kershaw County
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Human services · State office
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Kershaw County Office
110 E. DeKalb Street, Camden, SC 29020
Help here
- Social services and benefitsVisit or call for help with public benefits and family support services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dss.sc.gov
Public health · State office
Kershaw County Health Department
1116 Church Street, Camden, SC 29020
Help here
- Public health clinicGet family planning, immunizations, and testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections.
- WICAsk the clinic about WIC nutrition help for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dph.sc.gov
Emergency help · County office
Kershaw County Emergency Management
515 Walnut Street, Little Street Entrance, Camden, SC 29020
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationGet information to help prepare for severe weather and other local emergencies.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kershaw.sc.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Kershaw County Probate Court
515 Walnut Street, Camden, SC 29020
Help here
- Probate and estate mattersGet help with estate matters, marriage licenses, guardianships, and conservatorships.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kershaw.sc.gov
Veterans · County office
Kershaw County Veterans Service Office
515 Walnut Street, Camden, SC 29020
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on scdva.sc.gov
Library · County office
Kershaw County Library
1304 Broad Street, Camden, SC 29020
Help here
- Library servicesUse library books, digital materials, computers, and learning programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on kershawcountylibrary.org
Jobs and training · State office
SC Works Camden
1111 Broad Street, Camden, SC 29020
Help here
- Job search and employment servicesGet help with job searches, resumes, applications, and career workshops.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on scworks.org
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
ALPHA Behavioral Health Center, Kershaw County
208 King Street, Camden, SC 29020
Help here
- Behavioral health and substance use careGet outpatient help for mental health needs and substance use.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on alphabehavioralhealthcenter.org
Older adults · Regional office
Santee-Lynches Area Agency on Aging
3219 Broad Street, Sumter, SC 29150
Help here
- Aging services and referralsAsk about local services, transportation, meals, and support for older adults and caregivers.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on santeelynchescog.org
Community action · Nonprofit
Wateree Community Actions, Inc.
710 DeKalb Street, Camden, SC 29020
Help here
- Community action assistanceAsk about utility and rent help, weatherization, education, and employment support.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wcai.org
Kershaw County, South Carolina website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in Kershaw County
South Carolina programs by kind of help
These are run by South Carolina and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- United Way of Kershaw County 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988