Clarendon County

Local offices in Clarendon County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · State office

  Clarendon County Department of Social Services

  236 Commerce St., Suite 2, Manning, SC 29102

  Help here

  • Public assistanceVisit or contact the office for help with food, cash, and other family assistance programs.Apply online
  Call 803-435-4303DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dss.sc.gov

• Public health · State office

  Clarendon County Health Department

  110 E. Boyce St., Manning, SC 29102

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesThe health department provides available local services such as immunizations and other public health care.
  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children get healthy food and nutrition support.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 855-472-3432DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dph.sc.gov

• Mental health and recovery · Nonprofit

  Clarendon Behavioral Health Services

  14 N. Church St., Manning, SC 29102

  Help here

  • Counseling and substance use servicesThe center offers counseling, crisis support, and substance use services for county residents.Read more
  Call 803-435-2121DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on clarendonbhs.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  Santee-Lynches Area Agency on Aging

  39 E. Calhoun St., Sumter, SC 29150

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resourcesThe agency connects older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers with information and support services.
  Call 803-774-1980DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on santeelynchescog.org

• Veterans · County office

  Clarendon County Veterans Affairs

  411 Sunset Drive, Manning, SC 29102

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceThe county service officer helps veterans and their families with questions and claims for benefits.
  Call 803-435-2527DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on scdva.sc.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Clarendon County Emergency Management

  219 Commerce St., Manning, SC 29102

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessThe office coordinates county preparation, response, and recovery for emergencies and disasters.
  Call 803-435-9310DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on clarendoncountysc.gov

• State office · State office

  Manning SCDMV

  3721 Alex Harvin Hwy, Manning, SC 29102

  Help here

  • Driver licensing and motor vehicle servicesVisit the branch for driver license services and other transactions listed by SCDMV.
  Call 803-473-3432DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dmv.sc.gov

• Library · County office

  Harvin Clarendon County Library

  215 N Brooks St, Manning, SC 29102

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books, use library resources, and take part in programs at the library.
  Call 803-435-8633DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on clarendoncountylibrary.com

Clarendon County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Clarendon County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Clarendon County

• Manning
• Paxvillenot checked yet
• Summerton
• Turbeville

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