Trusted Resources for Growing Families
Early Learning & Development
First 5 South Carolina
Connects families with 40+ public services for children birth–five: education, health, nutrition, and early support.
SC First Steps
Promotes school readiness through early learning programs, parenting education, and home visits.
Help Me Grow SC
Provides free developmental screenings and referrals for children ages 0‑5 across South Carolina.
SCDE Family Learning Resources
Guides for early literacy, developmental milestones, and parent engagement from the Department of Education.
Reach Out & Read Carolinas
Supports early literacy through pediatric visits with books and expert reading guidance.
Health & Safety
BabyNet Early Intervention
Free early intervention and screenings for infants and toddlers with developmental delays.
Safe Sleep (DHEC)
Tips for caregivers to create a safe infant sleep environment and reduce SIDS risk.
Bright Futures Guidelines
Health guidelines and checklists from the AAP to track child development and well-being.
WIC – SC Women, Infants & Children
Provides nutrition support, healthy food, and breastfeeding help for families with children under five.
SC Thrive Portal
Apply for Medicaid, SNAP, and other family services through a single digital portal.
Financial & Family Support
SC Child Care Scholarship
Helps eligible low-income families pay for licensed child care services across South Carolina.
211 South Carolina
Free 24/7 helpline for connecting to food, housing, child care, health, and more.
SC Fatherhood Initiative
Programs to help dads build stronger families with job training and parenting support.
SC Respite Coalition
Temporary care support for families caring for children with special needs or disabilities.
Nurse‑Family Partnership
Home visits by nurses for first-time moms to support pregnancy, child health, and parenting.
Parent & Family Resources
SCParents.org
Checklists, expert tips, and developmental guidance to support parenting through early years.
Family Connection SC
Peer mentorship and support for families of children with disabilities or developmental needs.
Love & Logic Parenting
Workshops and tools to help parents raise confident, respectful, and independent children.
SC 211 Helpline
Quick access to parenting, housing, mental health, and local support programs across South Carolina.