South Carolina Department of Social Services - Adult Advocacy
Senior Services in Columbia, South Carolina. State Service Provider listed in the U.S. Administration for Community Living's Eldercare Locator — the federal directory of Area Agencies on Aging and other community service providers serving older adults, family caregivers, and adults with disabilities. The SCDSS Adult Advocacy Division administers the APS Program, charged with investigating non-criminal reports of abuse, neglect, or exploitati
Phone: (888) 227-3487
Address: 1535 Confederate Avenue, Columbia, South Carolina, 29201
Website: https://dss.sc.gov/adult-protection/
Good to know: Source: Eldercare Locator, U.S. Administration for Community Living (eldercare.acl.gov) • State Service Provider • Eldercare ID=5217
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Frequently asked questions about South Carolina Department of Social Services - Adult Advocacy
How do I contact South Carolina Department of Social Services - Adult Advocacy?
You can call South Carolina Department of Social Services - Adult Advocacy at (888) 227-3487 or visit 1535 Confederate Avenue in Columbia, South Carolina. Their website is https://dss.sc.gov/adult-protection/.
What services does South Carolina Department of Social Services - Adult Advocacy offer?
State Service Provider listed in the U.S. Administration for Community Living's Eldercare Locator — the federal directory of Area Agencies on Aging and other community service providers serving older adults, family caregivers, and adults with disabilities. The SCDSS Adult Advocacy Division administers the APS Program, charged with investigating non-criminal reports of abuse, neglect, or exploitation in community settings, such as the adult's home. Service focus: Elder Abuse P
Are services at South Carolina Department of Social Services - Adult Advocacy free or low-cost?
Many community senior services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call South Carolina Department of Social Services - Adult Advocacy at (888) 227-3487 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
Does South Carolina Department of Social Services - Adult Advocacy offer services in other languages?
Call South Carolina Department of Social Services - Adult Advocacy at (888) 227-3487 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).
What if I'm in crisis right now?
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.
In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.