Health Information

ACCESS, SOUTH CAROLINA
Denise Wiles Rivers, LMSW, Director
Lieutenant Governor's Office on Aging, 1301 Gervais Street, Suite 200
Columbia, SC  29201
PHONE: (803)734-9900
EMAIL: scaccess@aging.sc.gov
INTERNET: www.scaccesshelp.org
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: General public, consumers, professionals
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Visit the website or call the Information Specialist for Spartanburg, Tiwanda Simpkins, (864) 242-9733 or 1-800-434-4036.
The mission of SC Access is to help older adults, people with disabilities, and those who care for them access useful information about long term support and needed services. Through the use of a comprehensive web-based service directory and regional Information and Referral Specialists, individuals will be able to find options for care throughout South Carolina to enable them to live as independently as possible.  Also available is a personal care worker registry, training calendar, a learn about section, and Medicaid and GAPS eforms.
FUNDING: Federal; State
PARENT AGENCY: Office of the Lieutenant Governor
AREA SERVED: South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20070927

AIDS/STD HOTLINE, SOUTH CAROLINA
Tony Price, Public Information Director
DHEC, Robert Mills Complex, PO Box 101106
Columbia, SC  29211
PHONE: 1-800-322-2437
EMAIL: priceae@dhec.sc.gov
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8 am-8 pm
This services answers a broad spectrum of questions concerning STDs, AIDS and HIV. Its purpose is to educate and inform the public about STDs, AIDS and HIV with up-to-date information and to make referrals when necessary.
PARENT AGENCY: South Carolina DHEC
AREA SERVED: South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20080611

ALLERGY & ASTHMA NETWORK MOTHERS OF ASTHMATICS (AANMA)
Nancy Sander, President and Founder
2751 Prosperity Avenue, Suite 150
Fairfax, VA  22031
PHONE: 1-800-878-4403 ; FAX: (703)573-7794
INTERNET: www.aanma.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm
FEES: Donation-based
Allergy & Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics (AANMA), is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping all people affected by allergies and asthma. AANMA offers educational materials for all ages, THE MA REPORT newsletter, Allergy & Asthma Today magazine, a toll-free help line, and a web site featuring an online physician directory.
AREA SERVED: International
Date of Last Update: 20070313

ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION, SOUTH CAROLINA CHAPTER
Spartanburg Area Office
Joyce Finkle, Program Director
901 South Pine Street
Spartanburg, SC  29302
PHONE: (864)542-9998 AND 1-800-908-9690; FAX: (864)542-0833
EMAIL: joyce.finkle@alz.org
INTERNET: www.alzsc.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Persons with Alzheimer's and related dementias, family, professionals, or interested persons
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call or visit
Referral to resources: nursing homes, respite care, in-home assistance, daycare, support groups, programs. Free educational literature is available along with a quarterly Chapter newsletter. Caregiver training and educational programs are provided. Sponsors  local support groups. Call for information about a support group for those in the early stages of Alzheimer's.
FUNDING: Memorials; Donations; Special events; United Way; Corporate Foundations
PARENT AGENCY: National Alzheimer's Association
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Cindy Alewine, CEO/President, 1-800-273-2555 in Anderson, SC
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Cherokee, Union counties
Date of Last Update: 20080111

ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION, CAROLINAS CHAPTER
Gail Norman, President/CEO
4530 Park Road
Suite 230
Charlotte, NC  28209
PHONE: (704)529-5166 or 1-800-883-8806 (toll free) ; FAX: (704)529-0626
EMAIL: info.car@arthritis.org
INTERNET: www.arthritis.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Anyone
FEES: No financial assistance
Local resources available. Also call for free literature. The Foundation is always looking for volunteers - if interested, call 1-800-883-8806.
FUNDING: Private and Corporate Donations
PARENT AGENCY: Arthritis Foundation, National
AREA SERVED: South Carolina; North Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20080122

AUTISM SOCIETY, SOUTH CAROLINA
Craig Stoxen, President and CEO
806 12th Street
West Columbia, SC  29169
PHONE: 1-800-438-4790; (803)750-6988 ; FAX: (803)750-8121
EMAIL: scas@scautism.org
INTERNET: www.scautism.org
HOURS: 9 am-4 am, Monday-Friday (Answering equipment after hours)
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Persons concerned about autism and interested about related services
FEES: Membership: individuals-$10; family-$20
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call, referral, or write
Provides information and referral, family support, educational meetings, monitoring services to persons with autism, and liaison with agencies and organizations with similar missions.
FUNDING: United Way; Contributions; Memberships; Grants
PARENT AGENCY: Autism Society of America
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: President-Joyce Nielsen; Vice-President-Roy Williams; Treasurer-Mitchell Yell
AREA SERVED: South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20080811

CANCER LEARNING CENTER
Perry Patterson
101 East Wood Street
Spartanburg, SC  29303
PHONE: (864)560-6747 or 1-877-455-7747(toll free) ; FAX: (864)560-6014
EMAIL: ppatterson@srhs.com
INTERNET: www.srhs.com
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: No requirements
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: None
The Cancer Learning Center is a consumer-oriented cancer library providing current, reliable, and readable information on cancer and cancer-related topics.  The center also offers an array of free cancer literature and internet access to the public.
PARENT AGENCY: Gibbs Regional Cancer Center
AREA SERVED: Upstate South Carolina and foothills of North Carolina.
Date of Last Update: 20080109

CANCER SOCIETY, AMERICAN
Melissa Stone, Office Coordinator
154 Milestone Way
Greenville, SC  29615
PHONE: (864)627-1903 or 1-866-227-4395
EMAIL: melissa.stone@cancer.org
INTERNET: www.cancer.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: General public
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call, visit for patient services and information
A nonprofit volunteer organization dedicated to the control and eradication of cancer through research, education and services to patients and families. Information on community resources available for financial aid and medications. Provides a support system for patient and family with information on cancer, treatment, and care of patient. Wigs, bras, and prosthesis available. Sponsors support groups such as Uplift, Us Too (prostate cancer), Reach to Recovery (breast cancer), and Look Good...Feel Better.
FUNDING: Contributions; Fundraising
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Michael Moss, Area Manager (864)627-1903; Derinda King, Mission Delivery; and M.J. Wardle, Regional Communications Director
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Greenville, Union, Cherokee, Pickens, Anderson, and Laurens and Oconee Counties
Date of Last Update: 20080707

CONTINENCE, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR (NAFC)
Nancy Muller, Executive Director
PO Box 1019
Charleston, SC  29402-1019
STREET ADDRESS: 62 Columbus Street
PHONE: (843)377-0900 or 1-800-BLADDER (1-800-252-3337) ; FAX: (843)377-0905
EMAIL: nmuller@nafc.org
INTERNET: www.nafc.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm, EST
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: None
FEES: $25/year for a consumer membership/subscription
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: For subscription information, call or visit the website
Located at 62 Columbus Street in Charleston, the National Association for Continence is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of people with incontinence. NAFC is a leading source of education, advocacy, and support to the public and to the health profession about the causes, prevention, diagnosis, treatments, and management alternatives for incontinence. Services include: physician locator service, speakers bureau, Quality Care quarterly newsletter, Resource Guide: Products and Services for Incontinence, audio-visuals, and educational pamphlets.
FUNDING: Grants; Contributions; Memberships
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Rachel Levkowicz, Health Educator and Member Services
AREA SERVED: International
Date of Last Update: 20070926

DIABETES ASSOCIATION, AMERICAN
Robin Longino
16-A Brozzini Court
Greenville, SC  29615
PHONE: (864)609-5054 or 1-888-342-2383 (national office)
EMAIL: rlongino@diabetes.org
INTERNET: www.diabetes.org
HOURS: Call for details. Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: General public
FEES: $28.00/year for ADA membership.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call
Mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.  We offer/provide patient information/education, and professional education. Along with our numerous programs we also do fund-raising events to support research and advocacy. South Carolina is also home to two summer camps for children with diabetes and their friends.
FUNDING: Contributions; Special Events
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Kimberly Williams
AREA SERVED: Upstate SC and Western NC
Date of Last Update: 20080808

DIETETIC ASSOCIATION, AMERICAN
120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000
Chicago, IL  60606
PHONE: 1-800-877-1600
INTERNET: www.eatright.org
The website includes nutrition facts and information for consumers. You can also search their database for a Nutrition Professional in your city.
Date of Last Update: 20070918

HEART ASSOCIATION, AMERICAN
Upstate SC and Western NC Region
3535 Pelham Road, Suite 101
Greenville, SC  29615
PHONE: (864)627-4158
INTERNET: www.americanheart.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: General Public
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call
Education and information about heart/blood vessel diseases and nutrition and cholesterol. School-site educational programs available. Special events, such as HeartWalk and Heartball, are held throughout the year.
FUNDING: Contributions; Special events
PARENT AGENCY: American Heart Association
AREA SERVED: Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20080811

HIV/AIDS COUNCIL, SOUTH CAROLINA
Dr. Bambi Gaddist, Executive Director
PO Box 2531
Columbia, SC  29202
PHONE: (803)254-6644
FAX: (803)779-6631 or (803)254-2209
INTERNET: www.schivaidscouncil.org
HOURS: Monday through Friday 9 am-5 pm
A council formed to deal with the problem of HIV/AIDS within South Carolina
FUNDING: CDC; SCDHEC
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Dr. Jacob White
AREA SERVED: South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20071113

KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF SOUTH CAROLINA, INC., NATIONAL
Beth H, Irick, CEO
500 Taylor Street, Ste 101
Columbia, SC  29201
PHONE: (803)799-3870 or 1-800-488-2277
INTERNET: www.kidneysc.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: General public; Kidney and Urological diseases
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call
Provides activities for patients with chronic kidney disease, education programs and financial assistance to kidney patients. Encourages organ donation.
FUNDING: Contributions
PARENT AGENCY: National Kidney Foundation, Inc.
AREA SERVED: South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20070807

LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY, THE; SOUTH CAROLINA CHAPTER
Paul Jeter, Executive Director
107 West Park Boulevard., Suite150
Columbia, SC  29210
PHONE: (803)731-4060 ; FAX: (803)731-4066
INTERNET: www.leukemia-lymphoma.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Blood related cancer patients and their families
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Patients must fill out an application form
Dedicated to seeking cures for leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and Hodgkin's disease, and to improving the quality of life of patients and their families. Programs include Patient Aid financial assistance, peer-to-peer support network, and public information. Also, Back-To-School, a program to help cancer patients return to school.
FUNDING: Special events; Residential campaign; Light the Night Regatta; Man/Woman of the Year; Pennies for Patients; HOPs; VIP Luncheons
AREA SERVED: South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20080721

LUPUS FOUNDATION, SOUTH CAROLINA
Karen Hankins Redding, Executive Director
PO Box 1427
Easley, SC  29641
PHONE: (864)269-2887 or 1-877-895-8787 (toll free) ; FAX: (864)220-1009
EMAIL: lupuslfasc@charter.net
INTERNET: www.lupus.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 10 am-4 pm; Closed on Wednesdays; Closed for lunch each day, 12-2 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Lupus patients and other interested persons
FEES: Call for membership fee information
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call
Support and information to individual and families affected by Lupus. Call for more information at 1-877-895-8787 (toll free) or support group at (864)269-2887.  For patient information only, email: Lupuslfasc@juno.com
FUNDING: Contributions
AREA SERVED: South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20080903

MARCH OF DIMES FOUNDATION
Upstate Division
37 Villa Road, Suite 317, B-123
Greenville, SC  29615
PHONE: (864)235-8576 ; FAX: (864)235-8236
INTERNET: www.marchofdimes.com/southcarolina/
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: General public in chapter area
FEES: Free materials
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call, visit, write
All March of Dimes programs have PREVENTION as their ultimate goal. Films, slide-tape programs, pamphlets, and other public health education, hand-out materials on healthy pregnancy, teenage pregnancy, and the prevention of birth defects are available for use upon request with or without a speaker. Fundraising events to include WalkAmerica, Star Chefs Auction, WonderWalk, and Reading Champions.
FUNDING: Contributions; Fundraising
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Greenville, Pickens, Laurens/Clinton, Oconee and Anderson Counties
Date of Last Update: 20070313

MASSAGE THERAPY ASSOCIATION, AMERICAN (AMTA)
Linda S. Pearson, Referral Contact
280 South Pine Street, Bldg. C-1
Spartanburg, SC  29302
PHONE: (864)582-0834
HOURS: By appointment only
FEES: Yes
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call for appointment
Linda Pearson does health-related and therapeutic massage. She is nationally licensed in therapeutic massage and body work, and also conducts referrals for AMTA.
AREA SERVED: Upstate South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20070914

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY, NATIONAL; MID-ATLANTIC CHAPTER
Susan Jordan, MSW, LCSW, Vice President of Chapter Programs
9801-I Southern Pines Blvd.
Charlotte, NC  28273
PHONE: 1-800-477-2955 ; FAX: (704)527-0406
EMAIL: ncp@nmss.org
INTERNET: www.ncp.nmss.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Persons with multiple sclerosis, family members, health care professionals, and others interested in MS
FEES: None-Donations appreciated
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Contact Chapter Office at 1-800-477-2955
Multiple Sclerosis is a chronic disease of the central nervous system. Its symptoms vary from slight blurring of vision to complete paralysis. An estimated 400,000 Americans have multiple sclerosis. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society offers support, education, information and referral, equipment assistance, respite care, and self-help groups to people with MS and their families. The mission of the National MS Society is to end the devastating effects of MS.
FUNDING: Donations/Special events
PARENT AGENCY: National Multiple Sclerosis Society
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Chapter President-Janet Mills
AREA SERVED: All South Carolina and 33 counties in western North Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20080710

MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION
Jamie Moon, District Director
25 Woods Lake Road, Suite 704
Greenville, SC  29607
PHONE: (864)241-7980or (828)254-8919 (North Carolina); FAX: (864)370-7054
EMAIL: greenvilledistrict@mdausa.org
INTERNET: www.mdausa.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Individuals suffering from neuro-muscular disorders.
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call, Visit
Patient service programs.
FUNDING: Contributions
AREA SERVED: Piedmont; Western North Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20080122

POISON CENTER, PALMETTO
Jill Michels, PharmD
College of Pharmacy, USC
Columbia, SC  29208
PHONE: 1-800-222-1222; (803)777-7909 (Business)
EMAIL: palmettopc@cop.sc.edu
INTERNET: www.poison.sc.edu
HOURS: 24 hours a day/7 days a week
Individuals may call for information, poison prevention materials and programs, treatment for poisoning, etc.
FUNDING: State; Federal
PARENT AGENCY: University of South Carolina
AREA SERVED: South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20080716

REGIONAL NURSE ON CALL
Chanel Beck-Seay, Marketing Manager
101 East Wood Street
Spartanburg, SC  29303
Marketing Manager, (864)577-3102
PHONE: Nurse on Call: (864)591-7999
EMAIL: cbseay@srhs.com
INTERNET: www.srhs.com
HOURS: 24 hours, 7 days/week
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: General public
FEES: None
Free, confidential health information by telephone as well as physician referrals/community referrals and SRHS class registration.
PARENT AGENCY: Healthcare System, Spartanburg Regional
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20080829

SHRINER'S HOSPITAL REFERRAL LINE
2900 Rocky Point Drive
Tampa, FL  33607-1460
STREET ADDRESS: 2900 Rocky Point Drive
PHONE: 1-800-237-5055 - Patient referral line; call for an application
INTERNET: www.shrinershq.org
HOURS: 8-5, Monday-Friday
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Children -- infancy to 18th birthday
FEES: None
A referral line for children through age 18 who have orthopedic problems, burns, and spinal cord injuries. A nonprofit organization.
AREA SERVED: Throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico
Date of Last Update: 20080128

SICKLE CELL ANEMIA FOUNDATION, L.D. BARKSDALE
PO Box 191
Spartanburg, SC  29306
STREET ADDRESS: 645 South Church Street
PHONE: (864)582-9420
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9 am-4 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Persons who have Sickle Cell Anemia, Sickle Cell Trait, or desire testing for either of the above.
FEES: free
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call or visit for appointment
Founded 1974, 9 board members. Staff and interested persons serving sickle cell anemia clients and their families. Holds quarterly board meeting. Provides screening, testing, counseling, nursing case management and social work assessments, financial and transportation assistance. Serves 15 counties in Upstate South Carolina.
FUNDING: DHEC; Contributions; United Way; DHHS; Finance Commission
PARENT AGENCY: SC Dept. of Health and Environmental Control, Columbia, SC 29201
AREA SERVED: Upstate South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20070129

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ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM, SOUTH CAROLINA
Evelyn Evans, Program Director
USC School of Medicine, Center for Disability Resources
Columbia, SC  29208
PHONE: (803)935-5263 or 1-800-915-4522
EMAIL: evelyne@cdd.sc.edu
INTERNET: www.sc.edu/scatp
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Individuals of all ages and disabilities
FEES: none
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call, write or email Sally Young, youngs@cdd.sc.edu
Mission- To help people with disabilities and others access and acquire assistive technology.
FUNDING: Federal
PARENT AGENCY: USC School of Medicine; Center for Disability Resources
AREA SERVED: Statewide
Date of Last Update: 20080617

AUTISM DIVISION, PIEDMONT REGION
Collie Feemster, Regional Administrator
269 South Church Street, Suite 309
Spartanburg, SC  29306
PHONE: (864)594-4907
EMAIL: cfeemster@ddsn.sc.gov
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm, with voice mail after hours
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Persons of all ages with autism
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call, write, visit the County Disabilities and Special Needs Board
Autism Division provides early identification and intervention in the least restrictive environment; ancillary services to schools and human services agencies; assistance in securing and retaining optimal employment; facilitation of placement and support in the least restrictive community living arrangement; and a network of resources for families and professionals.
FUNDING: State and Medicaid funds
PARENT AGENCY: South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs
AREA SERVED: Upstate South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20070130

BEST CHANCE NETWORK OF SPARTANBURG COUNTY; BCN
Tammy Clary, Coordinator
Gibbs Regional Cancer Center, 380 Serpentine Drive
Spartanburg, SC  29303
PHONE: (864)560-1857
HOURS: 3rd Friday of the Month, 8:30 am-3 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Women must meet age and income requirements and have no other access to health care.
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call for more information
The Best Chance Network is an organization dedicated to screening low-income women without healthcare. The BCN provides a mammogram, pelvic exam, and a pap smear for women who meet the age and income requirements and have no other access to health care. The network does require proof of income. Screenings are held once a month, alternating between Spartanburg Regional's Outpatient Center and their mobile unit.
FUNDING: Spartanburg Regional Medical Center; Grants; DHEC
PARENT AGENCY: Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Madeline Reistroffer, Nurse Practitioner
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20080109

BLOOD CENTER, PIEDMONT
Charles Pace, Administrative Director
175 Dunbar Street
Spartanburg, SC  29306
PHONE: (864)582-6366 or 1-800-224-5836 ; FAX: (864)585-1567
EMAIL: charlespace@piedmontbloodcenter.com
INTERNET: www.piedmontbloodcenter.com
HOURS: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9 am-6 pm; Tuesday, 9 am-8 pm; Friday, 9 am-5 pm; Saturday, 9 am-12 noon
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: General public
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call, visit
Supplies blood and blood products to four hospitals in Spartanburg, Cherokee, and Union Counties; volunteer blood donations; Blood Assurance Programs for business and industry.
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County, Union County and Cherokee County
Date of Last Update: 20080617

CENTER FOR REHABILITATIVE MEDICINE
Pat Kilgore
1700 Skylyn Drive
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 1700 Skylyn Drive
PHONE: (864)573-3004 (Center) or (864)573-3087 (Kilgore) and (FAX)573-3097
EMAIL: inforehab@maryblack.org
INTERNET: www.maryblackhealthsystem.com
HOURS: open 24 hours
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Referral by physician for some programs
We offer comprehensive orthopedic and neurological inpatient rehabilitation.
PARENT AGENCY: Mary Black Health System
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Union and Cherokee Counties and the Upstate
Date of Last Update: 20080219

CHILDREN'S REHABILITATIVE SERVICES
Lisa Dillard, RN
Spartanburg County Health Department
PO Box 4217
Spartanburg, SC  29305-4217
STREET ADDRESS: 151 East Wood Street
PHONE: (864)596-2227, ext. 410
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must be income eligible. Must have a diagnosis that is covered by the program.  Ages Birth to 21 years of age.
FEES: No fees.  Must apply for Medicaid if would qualify.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Referral from anyone. Call for application appointment.
Assistance with the cost of health care.  Serving children with special health care needs, including bone and joint diseases, hearing and ear diseases, cleft lip and palate and other craniofacial abnormalities, heart conditions, spina bifida and other birth defects, epilepsy (seizures), cerebral palsy and other central nervous system disorders, metabolic disorders, such as phenylketonuria (PKU), endocrine disorders, such as diabetes, problems related to accidents, burns and poisonings, cystic fibrosis, hemophilia (children and adults), sickle cell disorders (children and adults), delayed language, motor or growth development and kidney diseases.  Provides hospital care, braces, equipment, hearing aids, medicines and medical supplies needed for treatment and provides speech therapy, physical therapy and occupational therapy, summer camp for children and services ordered by a CRS doctor, such as laboratory and x-rays.
FUNDING: State; Federal
PARENT AGENCY: SC DHEC at Spartanburg County Health Department
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Jane Hammett, RN, (864)596-2227, ext. 220
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Union, and Cherokee Counties
Date of Last Update: 20071213

CONGREGATIONAL NURSING PROGRAM OF THE SPARTANBURG AREA
Georgia Lanford, RN, Manager
101 East Wood Street
Spartanburg, SC  29303
PHONE: (864)560-3709
EMAIL: glanford@srhs.com
INTERNET: www.spartanburgregional.com/congregationalnursing/index.htm
HOURS: Office hours: 8:30 am-5 pm; Meetings offered once a month .  See website for monthly meeting information.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Faith communities, clergy and individuals
FEES: Network meetings provided free of charge.
Mission Statement:  To develop and nurture congregational nursing and health ministries for Spartanburg County and surrounding areas.  Vision Statement:  To be recognized as a center of excellence for congregational nursing and health ministries that seeks to improve the quality of life by providing physical, emotional, and spiritual care to the community we serve.  The congregational nursing program offers networking and support, education, resources, consultation and health ministry training.  The congregational nurse is a registered nurse who serves as a member of a ministry team and promotes health as wholeness within a faith community, its families and individual members.  Health ministry is a ministry of the church designed to promote, improve and enhance the health, healing and well being of its membership.
FUNDING: Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System; grants
PARENT AGENCY: Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Jenny Holmes, Program Coordinator -- jholmes@srhs.com
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg Area
Date of Last Update: 20080807

HEALTH DEPARTMENT, SPARTANBURG COUNTY
BabyNet
Melissa S. Swann, Babynet Systems Manager
PO Box 4217
Spartanburg, SC  29305
STREET ADDRESS: 151 East Wood Street
PHONE: (864)596-2227, ext. 280
EMAIL: swannms@dhec.sc.gov
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Infants and toddlers, ages 0-3, who are experiencing developmental delays
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Referrals accepted from any source
Provides early intervention services to enhance development for infants and toddlers with developmental delays and disabilities. Increases capacity of families to care for their special needs child.
FUNDING: Federal and State Funds
PARENT AGENCY: South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Union, and Cherokee Counties
Date of Last Update: 20080812

HEALTH DEPARTMENT, SPARTANBURG COUNTY
PO Box 4217
Spartanburg, SC  29305
STREET ADDRESS: 151 East Wood Street
PHONE: (864)596-2227
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: General public; varies with each program
FEES: Fees vary depending upon service provided/sliding scale for some fees
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call 596-2227 for information
Promotes quality health care and provides information on prevention and environmental safety. Programs offered: Adult Immunizations, Baby Net, Breastfeeding Counseling, Children's Health and Immunizations, Children's Rehabilitative Services (CRS), Community Health Promotion, Environmental Health, Family Planning, Home Health Services (596-3347, 596-3320 or after-hours 1-800-244-7164), Pregnancy Testing, Nutrition Education and Counseling, Public Health Preparedness, Sexually Transmitted Disease Testing/Treatment/Counseling, HIV Clinic, Communicable Diseases, Social Work Counseling, TB Clinic, Vital Records, Women Infant and Children Program (WIC).
PARENT AGENCY: South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20070807

HEALTH DEPARTMENT, SPARTANBURG COUNTY
Tuberculosis (TB) Clinic
PO Box 4217
Spartanburg, SC  29305
STREET ADDRESS: 151 East Wood Street
PHONE: (864)596-2227, ext. 315
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call for information
A program for people who have or have been exposed to TB. Services include: Testing and management; Case management; Help finding people exposed to TB; Preventive treatment for people exposed to TB.
PARENT AGENCY: South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20070817

HEALTH DEPARTMENT, SPARTANBURG COUNTY
Children's Health and Immunizations
PO Box 4217
Spartanburg, SC  29305
STREET ADDRESS: 151 East Wood Street
PHONE: (864)596-2227
INTERNET: www.scdhec.gov
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call for more information
Medical care for babies and children. Services include: Lab tests; Information on nutrition, health and safety; Home visits for Medicaid-eligible newborns and their moms; Immunizations
PARENT AGENCY: South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC)
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20070817

LIVING BANK, INTERNATIONAL
Donna Frady
120 Painter Drive
Spartanburg, SC  29302
PHONE: (864)573-6939 (H) or 583-9741 (W) or 1-800-528-2971 (National)
EMAIL: drfkpm@bellsouth.net
INTERNET: www.livingbank.org
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call or write
Founded 1968. The only International Registry and Information Service of All Organ and Tissue Donations. Computerized. A nonprofit, non-government organization which charges no fees for its services. To schedule use of a video for a program (15-30 minutes), to obtain donor registration forms, or find out how you can help promote pledges of the gift of life and health, phone their 800 number.  Donna Frady is available to speak to clubs or groups interested.
FUNDING: Contributions; Grants
AREA SERVED: Upstate South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20080709

MARY BLACK HEALTH SYSTEM
Senior Circle Chapter
Teresa Vickers
1700 Skylyn Drive
Spartanburg, SC  29307
PHONE: (864)573-3921 ; FAX: (864)573-3496
EMAIL: Teresa.Vickers@maryblack.org
INTERNET: www.maryblackhealthsystem.com
HOURS: 8 am-4:30 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Age 50 and over
FEES: $15/year or $27 per couple/year
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call 573-3921 and an application/brochure will be sent.
PARENT AGENCY: Mary Black Memorial Hospital
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Cherokee and Union Counties
Date of Last Update: 20070709

RED CROSS, AMERICAN
Barry White, Manager
104 Garner Road
Spartanburg, SC  29303
PHONE: (864)583-8000 
EMAIL: bwhite@piedmontarc.org
INTERNET: www.redcross.org/sc/piedmont
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm (Emergency after-hours coverage 24-7)
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: General public
FEES: Material fees for some health services courses
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call, visit
Emergency assistance for natural disasters, including single family fires; emergency communications and assistance for military families; health and safety education training in CPR, first aid, water safety, lifeguard training; HIV education; babysitting training; family caregiver training; volunteer placement; hospital volunteers; community education for disaster prevention, Keeping Seniors Safe and the Bag of Life. The Red Cross also provides translators and interpreters for emergencies.
FUNDING: United Way; Contributions; Course Fees; Special Events
PARENT AGENCY: American National Red Cross
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Union, and Cherokee Counties
Date of Last Update: 20070926

REGIONAL PEDIATRIC REHABILITATION
Tracie Rodak, Manager
101 East Wood Street
Spartanburg, SC  29303
PHONE: (864)560-6480
HOURS: Monday-Thursday, 8 am-6 pm; Friday, 8 am-12 noon
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Physician's prescription required
Therapy services for children who need occupational, physical, speech-language or feeding therapy. Interdisciplinary care for special needs children is provided.
FUNDING: Private Insurance; Medicaid; Babynet; Self-pay
PARENT AGENCY: Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Union, and Cherokee Counties
Date of Last Update: 20070926

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Home Health Care & Hospices

CARE, PIEDMONT
Tracey L. Jackson, Executive Director
269 South Church Street, Suite 201
Spartanburg, SC  29306
PHONE: (864)582-7773; 1-866-454-7773(toll free) ; FAX: (864)582-8637
EMAIL: tracey@piedmontcare.org
INTERNET: www.piedmontcare.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: HIV+ for care services. No requirements for education services.
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call for more information
HIV+ clients receive assistance with physician visits, dental visits, medications, transportation, housing needs, insurance assistance, case management, health education and nutritional supplements. The organization also provides free HIV/AIDS education, awareness, and prevention tools for the community.
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Union, and Cherokee Counties
Date of Last Update: 20080610

COMMUNITY LONG TERM CARE
Kristin Taylor, Executive Director
1411 W.O. Ezell Boulevard, Suite 6
Spartanburg, SC  29301
PHONE: (864)587-4707
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Functional disabled who are Medicaid eligible and in need of intermediate or skilled level of care
FEES: Medicaid eligible
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call
Assessment of long term care needs, determination of level of care, and planning for clients who want to live at home, to receive services. Program for elderly and disabled individuals, AIDS/HIV, and mechanical ventilator dependent clients.  Pre-admission screening for the level of care necessary for nursing home and admission for Medicaid payment.
FUNDING: Federal; State
PARENT AGENCY: SC Department of Health and Human Services
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Cherokee, and Union Counties
Date of Last Update: 20080819

COMMUNITY SERVICES FOR THE AGING, INC.
Wilson Dillard, Administrator
340 Cedar Springs Road
Spartanburg, SC  29302
PHONE: (864)582-4175 ; FAX: (864)583-2310
EMAIL: email@mountainviewnh.com
INTERNET: www.mountainviewnh.com
HOURS: Board of Directors Meets 3rd Wednesday, 12:45 pm at Mountainview Nursing Home
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Medicaid eligible persons as determined by Spartanburg DSS.
Skilled or intermediate long term care.
FUNDING: Medicaid, Medicare, Donations
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20070130

DHEC HOME HEALTH SERVICES, REGION 2 HEALTH DISTRICT
Nancy Batchelor
PO Box 4217
Spartanburg, SC  29305
STREET ADDRESS: 151 East Wood Street
PHONE: (864)596-3320 ; FAX (864)596-3345, or after-hours 1-800-244-7164
INTERNET: www.scdhec.gov
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Person must be homebound, have need for a skilled medical service, and have a primary physician.
FEES: Agency bills Medicare, Medicaid, VA, private insurance, other third party payers and recipients of care when no other source is available.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call for more information
Home Health Services - Home visits teach patients how to care for themselves.  Services include: nursing; physical, occupational, or speech therapy; Medical social work; Nutritional counseling; Diabetic counseling; Wound care services; Disease management; Home health aide services.
FUNDING: SCDHEC
PARENT AGENCY: South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Nancy Sykes
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Cherokee, Greenville, Pickens, and Union Counties
Date of Last Update: 20080728

HOSPICE
Linda Harris, Director
SRHS, 120 Heywood Avenue, Suite 300
Spartanburg, SC  29302
PHONE: (864)560-3900
EMAIL: Lharris@srhs.com
INTERNET: www.srhs.com
HOURS: Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 am-4:30 pm; 24 hour patient service
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Patient must have terminal illness with a prognosis of 6 months or less and be under the care of a physician; must have someone in home responsible for patient care. Must live in Spartanburg, Cherokee, Greenville or Union County.
FEES: Call for information.
Delivers hospice care to terminally ill patients in their last few months of life.  Hospice neither hastens nor postpones death, but affirms life, emphasizing quality, not length.  Support groups offered. Children's bereavement activities offered.
FUNDING: Contributions; Spartanburg Regional Hospice Board
PARENT AGENCY: Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Cherokee, Greenville and Union Counties
Date of Last Update: 20070731

INTERIM HEALTHCARE HOSPICE
Nancy Dereng, Director of Hospice
775 Spartan Boulevard., Suite 101
Spartanburg, SC  29301
PHONE: (864)587-9798 or 1-800-758-4966 ; FAX: (864)587-2855
INTERNET: www.homenursing.com
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm, but available by phone 24 hours/7 days a week
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must have a terminal prognosis
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Please call for details
Non profit, free standing Hospice providing care for patients, of all ages, with a terminal diagnosis. Pre-hospice support available. Community grief support.
FUNDING: Non-Profit
PARENT AGENCY: Interim HealthCare
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Maureen Santaniello, Referral Coordinator
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Greenville, Cherokee, Laurens, Pickens, Union, Anderson
Date of Last Update: 20080708

LUTHERAN HOSPICE
Carol Moeller, Program Director
PO Box 1353
Greer, SC  29651
STREET ADDRESS: 218A Trade Street
PHONE: 1-888-547-2562, (864)848-1777 ; FAX: (864)877-3441
EMAIL: cmoeller@lutheranhomes.sc.com
INTERNET: www.lutheranhospice.org
HOURS: 8:30 am-5pm; 24 hour patient service, RN on call 24 hours/7 days a week
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: A physician's prognosis of six months life expectancy begins the process of admission.
FEES: 100% covered by Medicare and Medicaid; insurance coverage varies according to individual policy.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call for information
Lutheran Hospice is proud to be a local ministry that serves patients with a limited prognosis and provides support to their families.
FUNDING: Private donations, ability to bill Medicare & Medicaid and most private insurance
PARENT AGENCY: Lutheran Homes
AREA SERVED: Greenville, Spartanburg, Laurens and Cherokee Counties
Date of Last Update: 20070803

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EMS; EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
Jimmy Greene, EMS Director
525 Union Street
Spartanburg, SC  29306
STREET ADDRESS: 525 Union Street
PHONE: (864)596-2800 ; FAX: (864)596-2806
INTERNET: www.spartanburgems.com
Emergency care and transportation for the sick and injured. For this service, dial 911.
FUNDING: Spartanburg County
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20070301

HEALTHCARE SYSTEM, SPARTANBURG REGIONAL
Ingo Angermeier, President and CEO
101 East Wood Street
Spartanburg, SC  29303
PHONE: (864)560-6000
EMAIL: rnyp@srhs.com
INTERNET: www.spartanburgregional.com
Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System (SRHS) is one of South Carolina's largest community-based healthcare providers. Offering services in every facet of care, SRHS has more than 500 physicians who are committed to caring for residents in a five-county area of North and South Carolina. Boasting the top-rated Regional Heart Center, Gibbs Regional Cancer Center, the Regional Center for Women, and the new Regional Emergency Center, SRHS is also home to South Carolina's only accredited stroke and chest pain centers. Additionally, SRHS has been named a "Top 100" hospital for advances in computer technology while consistently ranking among the top hospitals in the nation for patient satisfaction. Each year, SRHS hosts a wide range of education sessions and wellness screenings, a fulfillment of its goal to promote good health in the community it serves.
FUNDING: Self-supporting, no tax reserve
PARENT AGENCY: Spartanburg Regional Health Services District
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Union and Cherokee Counties and surrounding areas.
Date of Last Update: 20080214

MARY BLACK HEALTH SYSTEM
PO Box 3217
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 1700 Skylyn Drive
PHONE: (864)573-3000 ; FAX: (864)573-3277
INTERNET: www.maryblackhealthsystem.com
A fully integrated healthcare system which includes: Mary Black Memorial Hospital, licensed for 209 beds with a 300+ member medical staff, covering all specialties; Mary Black Physician Group, with 103 physicians in 33 practices; and the Mary Black HealthNetwork (PHO).  Special programs and services include: a 21-bed Birthing Center, an Outpatient Imaging Center; a 24-hour Emergency Care; Urgent Care; Cardio/Cath Lab; Endoscopy suite; Geropsychiatric Services; Industrial Medicine; Medical/Surgical Services; Pediatrics; a Sleep Center and Respiratory Therapy; Vascular Center; Women's Services,  Wound Center; and an 18-bed Rehabilitation Center, the area's only CARF-accredited inpatient rehab center.  The Steadman Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas provides premier orthopaedic surgery, sports medicine and sports performance services.  It also houses a fitness center which is available to patients and the general public.  Outreach activities include: Live & Learn, monthly education sessions; Red Hot Mamas, monthly menopause education meetings; Heart Smart Saturday; pre-natal classes and an annual Maternity Fair.
FUNDING: Private
PARENT AGENCY: Triad Hospitals, Inc.
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg, Union, and Cherokee Counties
Date of Last Update: 20070212

MERCY FLIGHT SOUTHEAST
8864 Airport Blvd.
Leesburg, FL  34788
PHONE: 1-888-744-8263 (Hotline); (352)326-0800 (Office) ; FAX: (352)326-9360
EMAIL: maryalice@mercymail.org
INTERNET: www.mercyflightse.org
HOURS: Office: Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm; 24/7 contact for active patients
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must be medically stable and ambulatory, treatment not available locally, financial need
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call 1-888-744-8263 for qualifying
Nonprofit volunteer pilot association with locations throughout the United States. Flies needy patients to other hospitals for treatment. Call the toll free number above for assistance. Also transports patients for cancer therapy, organ transplants and treatment after accidents on non-emergency basis.
FUNDING: Private contributions
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Chairman-Larry Bishop; President-Mary Alice Alexander
AREA SERVED: Southeast US
Date of Last Update: 20080812

PEDIATRIC EVENING CLINIC
Ralph H. Johns, M.D., Medical Director
451 A. East St. John Street
Spartanburg, SC  29302
PHONE: (864)591-0311
EMAIL: pedeclinic@charter.net
INTERNET: www.pediatriceveningclinic.com
HOURS: 6-10 pm, 7 days a week
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must be 0-18 years old
FEES: $70.00 basic
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Walk-in
A convenience for you and your physician. Staffed only by pediatricians. Accepts private insurance, VISA, MC, Discover, and Medicaid. Handles mini-emergencies. No appointment necessary.
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20080710

SAINT LUKE'S HOSPITAL
Cameron Highsmith, President/CEO
101 Hospital Drive
Columbus, NC  28722
PHONE: (828)894-3311
INTERNET: www.saintlukeshospital.com
HOURS: 24 hours per day
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Private pay Insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, community care
FEES: Established charges
General acute care hospital.
FUNDING: Not for profit, private
PARENT AGENCY: St. Luke's Healthcare, Inc.
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: CFO-Bob Cress
AREA SERVED: Upper Spartanburg County (Landrum, Campobello, Gramling, Gowensville)
Date of Last Update: 20080109

WESTSIDE MEDICAL PARK, MARY BLACK
Urgent Care Center
2995 Reidville Road
Spartanburg, SC  29301
PHONE: 587-3010 or 587-3000
INTERNET: www.maryblackhospital.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8 am-8 pm; Saturday and Sunday, 10 am-8 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: None
FEES: Variable; payment upon services
Mary Black Urgent Care is staffed with experienced, well-trained nurses and physicians equipped to handle almost any minor injury or illness. Urgent Care is a state-of-art facility with eight exam rooms. A certified X-ray and laboratory are available at all times, plus access to the support and full range of services of Mary Black Memorial Hospital.  No appointment is necessary. Patients are seen on a walk-in basis.
PARENT AGENCY: Mary Black Health System
Date of Last Update: 20080214

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CHILDBIRTH CLASSES
Mary Kury, Childbirth Educator
850 Floyd Road Extension
Spartanburg, SC 29307
PHONE: (864)579-4524
EMAIL: maryandtodd@gmail.com
INTERNET: www.bradleybirth.com
HOURS: Contact us for complete class schedule
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Private pay Insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, community care
FEES: Class fee is $350 and includes all student materials
This is a 12 Week childbirth education course which teaches The Bradley Method.  Classes are held weekly at Labors of Love Birth Center in Spartanburg.  Please contact for a current class schedule.
AREA SERVED: Greenville, Greer, Spartanburg, Gaffney
Date of Last Update: 20080229

FLORENCE CRITTENTON PROGRAMS OF SOUTH CAROLINA
Andrea L. Thomas, LISW-CP, Executive Director
19 Saint Margaret Street
Charleston, SC  29403
PHONE: (843)722-7526
EMAIL: info@flocritsc.org
INTERNET: www.flocritsc.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: 16 weeks pregnant--unmarried--or post-partum. No restrictions as to age, ethnic background, etc.  Family Development program is for 18 years of age or older.
FEES: Based on ability to pay, Medicaid, Title XX.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call
Residential program providing comprehensive medical, educational and support services to young women experiencing the problems of single pregnancy. Includes individual, group and family counseling; homebound instruction grades 6-12; supplementary classes in health, prepared childbirth, parenting and human sexuality; adoption group and counseling; career planning; and life skills and recreational activities. Family Development program provides apartments for 10 mothers who each have one child. Support services provided by caseworker. Outreach services are also provided.
FUNDING: Contributions; United Way; Medicaid; Fees; Grants
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Linda Flanagan, Director of Family Development Program - (864)529-9494
AREA SERVED: South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20070131

HEALTH DEPARTMENT, SPARTANBURG COUNTY
Family Planning
PO Box 4217
Spartanburg, SC  29305
STREET ADDRESS: 151 East Wood Street
PHONE: (864)596-2227
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Varies with each program
FEES: Fees vary
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call for information:(864)596-3313
Family Planning helps women decide when to have children and what birth control method to use. Services include: Checkup; Pap smear (cervical cancer screening test); Test/treat sexually transmitted diseases (STDs); Pregnancy test; Birth control method (abstinence, birth control patch, birth control pills, DepoProvera shots); Information and counseling about family planning and STDs. Referral to other medical providers if needed.
PARENT AGENCY: South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20070817

PREGNANCY CENTER, CAROLINA
Alexia Newman, Director
PO Box 5364
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 103 Metro Drive
PHONE: (864)582-4673 and 1-800-273-4757 ; FAX: (864)585-2946
EMAIL: alexia@carolinapregnancy.org
INTERNET: www.carolinapregnancy.org
HOURS: Monday-Thursday, 9 am-5 pm; Friday 9 am-4 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Any woman needing a pregnancy test and/or counseling about pregnancy alternatives; counseling services are extended to boyfriends, husbands, and friends/family members who desire counseling and support.
FEES: None
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call for appointment
Spiritual, emotional, and family counseling; basic information on pregnancy, post-abortion counseling; Loan program for maternity and baby clothes; baby furniture and car seats (when available); a basic parenting class; level two parenting classes dealing with discipline, anger management, toddler issues. Referrals for professional and family counseling, medical care, food, clothing, etc. Teen MOPS (Mothers of Pre-Schoolers); limited ultrasounds.
FUNDING: Churches, Contributions
AREA SERVED: Upstate South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20080714

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ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE COMMISSION, SPARTANBURG COUNTY
Outpatient
PO Box 1252
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 187 West Broad Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306
PHONE: (864)582-7588
INTERNET: www.sadac.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm; evening hours available by appointment
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Adult and Adolescent residents of Spartanburg County
FEES: Hourly fees for services with indigency considerations; Medicaid and other 3rd party insurers
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call, Drop-In
Any person, couple, or family can receive help at SADAC to deal with alcohol or drug abuse problems.  The outpatient program offers services that are individualized for each person and/or for each family member seeking help.  Someone who lives with or is close to an addicted person can get help even if the addicted person refuses to be in treatment. No appointment is necessary to be assessed.  Come into the office, at 187 West Broad Street, Suite 200, Spartanburg on Monday through Thursdays, 8:30 am-3:30 pm, or Friday, 1-3:30 pm.
FUNDING: Federal; State; Spartanburg County; Fees
PARENT AGENCY: Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services, South Carolina Department
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20080305

ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE COMMISSION, SPARTANBURG COUNTY
David L. Forrester, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission Director
PO Box 1252
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 187 West Broad Street, Suite 200, Spartanburg, SC 29306
PHONE: (864)582-7588
EMAIL: david@sadac.org
INTERNET: www.sadac.org
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm; evening appointments available
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Residents of Spartanburg County
FEES: Hourly fees for services with indigent consideration; Medicaid and other 3rd party insurers
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call, visit
Provides educational, prevention, and treatment programs for alcohol, tobacco, and other drug abuse. Detox operates 24 hours.
FUNDING: Federal, State, County, and fees
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Maria Bates, mariab@sadac.org
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20080707

ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE COMMISSION, SPARTANBURG COUNTY
Intensive Outpatient (IOP)
PO Box 1252
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 187 West Broad Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306
PHONE: (864)582-7588
INTERNET: www.sadac.org
HOURS: Monday-Thursday, mornings, afternoons, and evenings
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Residents of Spartanburg County
FEES: Hourly fees for services with indigency considerations; Medicaid and other 3rd party insurers.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: No appointment is necessary to be assessed.  Come into the office at 187 West Broad Street Suite 200, Spartanburg on Monday through Thursdays, 8:30 am-3:30 pm, or Friday, 1-3:30 pm.
For individuals and their families needing special help in stopping the use or abuse of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, SADAC offers an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). This program allows a person to live at home and continue with work or school and at the same time receive treatment services similar to those offered in an in-patient setting.
FUNDING: Federal; State; Spartanburg County; Fees
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20080305

ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE COMMISSION, SPARTANBURG COUNTY
Prevention; HIV/AIDS Risk Reduction Assistance
PO Box 1252
Spartanburg, SC  29304
STREET ADDRESS: 187 West Broad Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306
PHONE: (864)582-7588 (SADAC Main); (864)583-1809 (Prevention); (864)585-8252 or 1-888-802-8252(HIV-Interagency Prevention Collaboration) ; FAX: (864)582-0431
INTERNET: www.sadac.org
HOURS: Monday-Thursday, 8:30 am-7 pm; Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Residents of Spartanburg County
FEES: No fees for prevention or education services; treatment fees vary
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call, visit
Risk Reduction Assistance Program provides prevention, and intervention through education and counseling, which encourages personal development to lower behavioral risk.  Our hope is to reduce the spread of infectious diseases by using positive direction and promoting healthy alternatives to the harmful use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.
FUNDING: Federal; State; Spartanburg County; Fees
AREA SERVED: Spartanburg County
Date of Last Update: 20080305

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, THE CAROLINA CENTER FOR
Keith Jackson, Director of Business Development
2700 East Phillips Road
Greer, SC  29650
PHONE: (864)235-2335 or 1-800-866-HOPE (24 hour Crisis Line)
EMAIL: keith.jackson@uhsinc.com
INTERNET: www.thecarolinacenter.com
HOURS: 24 hours
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Meets clinical criteria
FEES: Vary
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call, referral
The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health is an 89-bed facility owned, managed and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. The facility, located in upstate South Carolina, specializes in psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment for adolescents, adults and senior adults. To meet the diverse needs of the community, an array of inpatient and outpatient programs are offered in addition to a 24-hour needs assessment and referral service.
FUNDING: Private insurance
PARENT AGENCY: Universal Health Services, Inc.
ALTERNATE CONTACTS: Caroline Cantrell, Needs Assessment and Referral Center Director
AREA SERVED: Upstate South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20080109

DRUG INFORMATION ACCESS LINE (DIAL)
101 Executive Center Drive, Suite 215
Columbia, SC  29210
PHONE: 1-888-727-7383
INTERNET: www.daodas.state.sc.us
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm (24 hour phone line)
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: General public for information and referral.
FEES: Usually none
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Call for information
A toll-free information service designed to provide or refer callers to current, accurate, and specific alcohol and other drug information for a wide range of population groups, including adolescents, their parents, and others who work with them. In addition to providing direct responses to questions, the service also makes available a variety of printed materials about alcohol and other drugs, including concise, easy-to-understand fact sheets covering a variety of specific topics.
FUNDING: Grants-State and Federal
PARENT AGENCY: South Carolina Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services
AREA SERVED: South Carolina
Date of Last Update: 20080226

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