South Carolina
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Resources in your state
Health care
Because of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), which became law in 2010, former/current foster youth under 26 years old are provided with free health...
Rights in Foster Care
Click the website link above in order to access Foster Youth Educational Rights in South Carolina.
Independent Living Program
Most young adults need support and guidance to be successful as they begin to establish themselves in the community. The DSS Independent Living...
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Health Care for Former Foster Youth
Did you know that young people from foster care have access to free Medicaid after they turn 18 through their 26th birthday? Qualification to access Medicaid is NOT dependant on employment or education status.