Kershaw County

Local offices in Kershaw County

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

• 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.
  Call 803-432-7676DirectionsWebsite

  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.
  Call 803-425-6012DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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.
  Call 803-432-6902DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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.
  Call 803-425-1500DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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.
  Call 803-775-7381DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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.
  Call 803-425-1521DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on scdva.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.
  Call 803-425-1522DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Kershaw County Library

  1304 Broad Street, Camden, SC 29020

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library books, digital materials, computers, and learning programs.
  Call 803-425-1508DirectionsWebsite

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

Kershaw County, South Carolina website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Kershaw County

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

Cities and towns in Kershaw County

• Bethunenot checked yet
• Camden
• Elgin

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