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We had a great time yesterday at Autism Acceptance Night! We appreciate
@ColaFireflies
for being a great partner and accommodating those with disabilities!
#DDSN
#AutismAwarenessMonth
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We had a great time todayat the
@SC_DSS
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Walk! Many thanks to them and all others who share our combined mission to provide quality care and services for our state's elder residents!
#DSS
#DDSN
#WorldElderAbuseAwarenessDay
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Today, Horry County law enforcement officers experienced an engaging training session led by DDSN Autism Director Stephanie Turner, where they learned communication tactics for connecting with individuals on the autism spectrum. Thank you
@horrycountypd
and
@NAMI_scarolina
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Join us tomorrow with
@SCEMD
at the
@AgingSC
Senior P.R.E.P. kickoff! We're providing vital resources for SC seniors in emergency planning. Discover how DDSN helps seniors and more! See you there!
#DDSN
#SeniorPreparedness
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DDSN Autism Director Stephanie Turner trained RCSD officers today on how to communicate with individuals with autism, and spoke to media afterwards.
We’d like to thank RCSD and NAMI SC for partnering with us to make this happen!
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With just a few days until AutismConnect, we want to thank our 40+ exhibitors who will be providing important information for families and professionals!
@SCDDCouncil
,
@scdhec
,
@DisabilityRtsSC
, ABLE Kids,
@aboutplaysc
,
@canresearchSC
,
@SCAIHS
,
@AgingWithFlair
, All Caregivers,
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Additional coverage of DDSN's autism training with law enforcement, which is just a portion of
@NAMI_scarolina
weeklong course. Many thanks to them and
@horrycountypd
!
@wmbfnews
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Thank you,
@WIS10
for having our Autism Director, Stephanie Turner, and a
@ColumbiaPDSC
officer on air to talk about the importance of autism training with law enforcement. Our statewide partnership with police and
@NAMI_scarolina
is invaluable to the communities we serve!
#DDSN
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Save the date! DDSN's 4th annual Holiday Market is coming up soon! Our amazing providers will have creative crafts, sweet treats, and other cool items for sale, and our partners will have valuable info for those with special needs. Don't miss out on the fun!
#DDSN
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Today,
#DDSN
joined forces with the South Carolina Partnership of Disability Organizations (SCPDO) to celebrate the 34th Annual Disability Advocacy Day at the State House! Commissioner Rawlinson shared how DDSN is helping people with disabilities.
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Residents and staff at our Midlands Center had a great time at yesterday's
@ColaFireflies
game for Sensory Safe Sunday! We appreciate the Fireflies and the various other businesses and organizations that prioritize accessibility and inclusion for those with disabilities and
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We’re excited to announce AutismConnect2024, a collaborative effort with the
@UofSC
Carolina Autism and Neurodevelopment (CAN) Research Center! We are looking for sponsors, exhibitors, and presenters, and are also inviting parents and the rest of the public to attend this
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Supporting a good cause never looked so good! Today at DDSN central office the Prisma Health West End Co-op market featured handmade goods from traumatic brain injury and stroke patients. All proceeds go back into the program to keep helping others in need.
#ddsn
#PrismaHealth
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DDSN Autism Director Stephanie Turner worked with
@NAMI_scarolina
to train
@ColumbiaPDSC
officers today on how to communicate with individuals with autism and spoke to media afterwards. Many thanks to the department and to NAMI for their collaboration!
#DDSN
@AutismAwareness
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We had a great time
@EdVenture
last night, passing out helpful resources to parents as they prepare their kids for kindergarten. Many thanks to the museum and to
@SCFirstSteps
for their collaboration in putting education first!
#DDSN
#CountdowntoKindergarten
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis honored DDSN and 21 Palmetto ABLE Savings Program Ambassadors. DDSN is an advocate for the Palmetto ABLE Savings Program, a tax-advantaged savings program for individuals with disabilities. Interim Director Constance Holloway, accepted the award.
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Thanks for having us,
@ChildAdvocateSC
! Always a pleasure working with you, and sharing resources and information that benefit the individuals we serve!
Thanks to Stephanie Turner with
@scddsn
for her in-depth training for our team on the many different resources available to families with autism—and how to access them.
Staff asked great questions and received answers they were able to immediately apply to active cases.
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This week, we’d like to give a special shoutout to our presenters for AutismConnect! Each one will be offering an informative and engaging presentation for those who attend!
@thescvrd
,
@ChildrensTrustS
,
@theprismahealth
,
@ClemsonUniv
, South Carolina Child Care Inclusive
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Come out and say hi to the DDSN team at the SC Assistive Technology Expo! We’re here to help open doors for individuals with disabilities. Stop by our booth to learn more!
#ddsn
#scatexpo2023
#30scatexpo
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Our Autism director, Stephanie Turner, joined
@NAMI_scarolina
today to train
@ClemsonSafety
officers on how to communicate with those on the spectrum. This great collaboration furthers our mission of serving those with special needs!
#ClemsonUniversity
#DDSN
#NAMI
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Today caps off Early Intervention Professionals Week! We appreciate
@henrymcmaster
for this proclamation, as well as
@BrightStartSC
and
@scmedicaid
for their collaboration in creating positive outcomes for children with disabilities and special needs
#DDSN
#EarlyIntervention
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We are beyond thankful for the Columbus Hope Foundation and their incredible generosity to the DDSN Pee Dee center. They have made a huge difference in the lives of so many, and we couldn't be more appreciative.
#givingback
#ColumbusHopeFoundation
#ddsn
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Congratulations to Lynn Branham and Steve Von Hollen on 54 and 31 years of dedicated service at DDSN, respectively! We appreciate the hard work Steve and Lynn have put in over the years to make our agency what it is today. Wishing you both a well-deserved retirement! 🧡
#DDSN
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We're a week away from
@MedUnivSC
Spark in the Park Autism Resource Festival! DDSN will be passing out helpful info and connecting local residents with important resources. Come out next Saturday for a fun and informative event!
#DDSN
#MUSC
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The SC State Museum will have an Accessibility Morning meet and greet with a creature from Maurice Sendak's Where the Wild Things Are on Jan 14, 2023.
Online Pre-Registration for Accessibility Morning is encouraged. Visit
#familyfriendly
#sensoryfriendly
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Don’t forget! We’ll be with our friends First Choice by Select Health of SC and
@scmedicaid
Saturday for their Repack the Backpack event! Come out to get a free backpack, resources on DDSN services, and take part in the health screenings, food/drinks, etc. See you there!
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#DDSN
is hiring for two Board Certified Behavior Analysts (Mental Health Professional III) at the Central Office in Columbia, SC. Apply at or scan the QR Code and go directly to the job listing.
#bcba
#mentalhealth
#mentalhealthjobs
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We had a great time sharing information with local residents and connecting with our friends
@SCEMD
and
@AgingSC
today at their PREP Kickoff Event. Thank you for the opportunity to share and receive such valuable information!
#DDSN
#EmergencyPreparendess
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Great news for MaxAbilities, one of DDSN's providers! Their business, York Coffee Roastery, was named the 2023 Business of the Year by the York County Regional Chamber! MaxAbilities uses this business to teach job readiness to those with disabilities and special needs. Congrats
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#DDSN
PSA: 988—the new universal three-digit dialing code for suicide prevention and mental health crisis—goes into effect nationwide on Saturday, July 16, 2022. It replaces 1-800-273-TALK.
#suicideprevention
#988saves
#suicidehotline
#mentalhealth
#mentalhealthmatters
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DDSN employees continue to show their support for Autism Awareness Month by wearing blue on Thursdays! By wearing blue, we're sending a message of acceptance, support, and inclusion for those with autism. Let's continue to spread awareness!
#AutismAwarenessMonth
#WearBlue
#DDSN
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Good luck to the South Carolina delegation of 199 athletes, Unified Partners & coaches at the Special Olympics USA Games in Orlando, Florida.
#DDSN
will be cheering you on to victory this week!
#SpecialOlympicsUSAGames
#SpecialOlympics
#SpecialOlympics2022
#SpecialOlympicsSC
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'This will change everything': Richland County Deputies undergo autism crisis training provided by SC DDSN
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We're so grateful for this collaboration with the
@ChasRiverDogs
! Join us this evening for Autism Awareness Night! And the next time you visit The Joe, check out a sensory bag if you or a loved one has sensory needs! They include a communication card and a set of earmuffs or
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We had an amazing time at the 2023 Children's Mental Health Conference at Segra Park! Stephanie Turner, DDSN Autism Director, shared invaluable information about autism and insights on available services in South Carolina.
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Attention, Charleston baseball fans! We’ll be joining the
@ChasRiverDogs
next week for Autism Awareness Night! Come out to not only enjoy the game, but to get helpful information and resources on
#AutismAwareness
. See you there!
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Congrats to
@BrainInjurySC
on 25 years of service! DDSN is thankful for the invite to today's event and looks forward to continuing our combined goals of creating opportunities and advocating for individuals with brain injuries across SC.
#braininjuryawarenessmonth
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Thank you, Rachel Hatton-Moore, for updating our commission today on the efforts
@SCFirstSteps
has in place to assist South Carolinians with disabilities! We appreciate your collaboration!
#DDSN
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Last chance to register for our blood drive in collaboration with
@bloodconnection
! It’s a great opportunity to save lives and receive $50 in rewards! Sign up now!
#DDSN
#donateblood
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We're teaming up with
@RedCross
and
@BloodConnection
to offer blood drives at our Whitten (Clinton) Center on Oct. 9 and our Midlands (Columbia) Center on Oct. 17! Donors will receive a free gift card, so sign up and save lives!!!
#DDSN
#donateblood
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Congrats to Pam Leland, a DDSN consumer who was named Employee of the Year for her work in the Laurens Middle School cafeteria! She received this position in 2019 through DDSN employment services, which helps individuals with disabilities find employment. Great job, Pam!
#ddsn
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We are looking for a senior auditor to perform financial, operational, and compliance audits. If you are a strong communicator who can meet these and the other requirements listed on the job listing, you may be a great fit! Apply now at !
#JoinDDSN
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An awesome holiday story from Burton Center, one of our providers! Annually, Employment First Supervisor Joel Smart organizes a Thanksgiving meal for those with special needs in the Greenwood area who need a meal. This year, they fed 70+ people! Such a great effort!
#Thanksgiving
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#SCDDSN
recognizes SC early intervention professionals week. These include early interventionists, speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, & service coordinators that serve thousands of children with developmental delays.
#EarlyIntervention
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DDSN's Stephanie Turner conducted autism training today with
@SCStateMuseum
camp staff ahead of the museum's summer camps and spoke to media afterwards. We're grateful for SCSM's partnership and joint mission of accessibility and inclusion for those with special needs!
#DDSN
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We had a FANTASIC Holiday Market! Huge shoutout to our providers and microbusinesses who sold cool crafts and treats, to residents and fellow agencies who came by to shop, and to local media for covering! A great event that will help support the wonderful people we serve!
#DDSN
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DDSN Commissioner Stephanie Rawlinson presented the annual Golden Palmetto Award to
@GtCounty
at yesterday's
@SCCounties
meeting. We appreciate the association for hosting and Georgetown County for their efforts to serve those with special needs!
#DDSN
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In observance of National Cancer Survivor Month, staff at our Midlands Center wore orange to honor leukemia survivors. And at our Pee Dee Center, staff wore purple in support of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Thankful for these amazingly thoughtful members of our DDSN family!
#DDSN
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We had a great time today speaking with high school seniors about our exciting job opportunities at the
@mebasc
"High School to Hired" event at
@ColaFireflies
Segra Park!
#ddsn
#jobsearch
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We're featuring adaptive sports athletes for National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month! Columbia resident Ashley Williams spoke to us about how surfing became her passion following her SCI. Thank you, Ashley, for sharing your inspirational story!
#sciawareness
#DDSN
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We had great speakers at today’s commission meeting! Dr. Robert Bank,
@SC_DMH
director, spoke about agency collaboration and better care for residents. Shawn Keith, director of
@SCAutismSociety
, spoke about shared efforts for those we serve. We thank both for their partnerships!
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DDSN will be attending Disability Pride Day this Saturday at the
@SCStateMuseum
. Come by for some fun activities and to learn about helpful resources for individuals with disabilities and their families!
#DDSN
#DisabilityPrideDay
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Our Autism director, Stephanie Turner, joined
@NAMI_scarolina
yesterday to train
@GvlPD
officers on how to communicate with those on the spectrum! We appreciate the collaboration with both groups, and local media for covering!
#AutismAwareness
#DDSN
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DDSN was honored to sponsor
@DrTempleGrandin
at a conference in Charleston where special needs providers discussed ways to improve care. She spoke about her experience as a person with autism, needs of those with autism, and signed copies of her book. Thanks, Dr. Grandin!
#DDSN
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Don't forget! We will be at the
@SCStateFair
tomorrow for the Sensory Friendly Morning! Visit the link in the flyer for more details and join us for some fun!
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JOB FAIR ALERT: We need nurses, DSPs, maintenance staff and various other workers at our regional center in Summerville! Come out next week and hear about the great opportunities to work with a dedicated staff. You can visit to become part of our awesome
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#DDSN
is celebrating Autism Awareness Month with many of our great partners. A big shout out to SC Disabilities Council, SC State Museum, Columbia Fireflies, Edventure Museum, MUSC, SC Autism Society, SCATP, First 5 SC & many others for helping those we serve.
#autismawareness
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Don't let the falls get you down - learn 4 quick facts about traumatic brain injuries and why prevention is so important for your safety!
#FallProofYourLife
#BrainInjuryAwareness
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We had an incredible time at the Annual Strides for Autism Walk! It was truly heartwarming to see so many people come together to raise awareness and support for those with autism.
#stridesforautsim2023
#ddsn
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DDSN’s Day Services Director Becky Peters talked to families about job opportunities during a
@RichlandTwo
Transition Fair. These fairs allows us to educate the public about employment options available for those with disabilities.
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#DDSN
Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month: According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, diving is the leading recreational activity resulting in spinal cord injury & fifth leading cause of spinal cord injury overall.
#SCspinalCord
#spinalcordinjuryawareness
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Today, DDSN Autism Director Stephanie Turner trained counselors
@SC_DMH
's Columbia Area Mental Health Center. Happy to work with SCDMH and get another class of public service workers trained to work with individuals on the spectrum!
#DDSN
#AutismAwareness
#MentalHealthAwareness
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On Feb. 11, 2023, Community Options will host its annual Cupid’s Chase 5k event in support of people with disabilities. 5K races will be held in Charleston, Columbia & Greenville. Register at
#cupidschase
#5K
#fundraiser
#DisabilityTwitter
#familyfun
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We still have slots left for our blood drive later this month! Join us and
@bloodconnection
and receive a reward worth $50 while playing a huge role in saving lives!
#DDSN
#donateblood
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July 22, is World Fragile X Awareness Day. SC will be commemorating the day with a special event hosted by Gov. Henry McMaster
@SCStatehouse
from 10:30 am to 12.
#DDS
encourages everyone to wear teal and learn more about
#FragileX
#FragileXSyndrome
#fragilexawareness
#autism
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Clemson and South Carolina State Universities are collaborating to make agriculture more accessible for farmers with disabilities through a program called AgrAbility.
#disability
#farming
#inclusion
#accessibility
#agriculture
#AgrAbility
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“I am humbled by this appointment and will continue working with the great people at DDSN to make our agency the best it can possibly be.”
Constance Holloway is DDSN's new director after serving in the interim. We look forward to her continued leadership!
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The South Carolina State Museum has an Accessibility Morning meet and greet with Dr. Seuss' Cat in the Hat on March 11, 9-11 am. The family event is free, but registration is highly recommended
#familyfriendly
#sensoryfriendly
#autism
#catinthehat
#museum
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The DDSN Whitten Center blood drive was an incredible success! Thanks to
@BloodConnection
and everyone who contributed, the donation of blood will prove to be life-saving for many.
#GiveBloodSaveLives
#DDSN
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Don't forget to join us and our friends with
@SC_DMH
tomorrow for their community event! Plenty of resource-sharing, along with music, prizes and more! See you there!
#MentalHealthAwareness
#SCDMH
#DDSN
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We are excited for our upcoming hiring event at DDSN's Midlands Regional Center on April 27! Details are in the flyer below. Come see us and check out some of the great career opportunities we have!
#healthcarejobs
#hiringevent
#nursingjobs
#CNA
#RN
#LPN
#DDSN
#SCJobs
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With less than 3 weeks until the big day, we’d like to give a HUGE shoutout to our sponsors for helping make AutismConnect possible! We appreciate all of you!
@SCDDCouncil
, IMPACT SC,
@CaringHealthSC
,
@ARKTherapeutic
,
@DisabilityRtsSC
,
@OneWellHealth
,
@UofSCSOMC
,
@BabcockCenter
,
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Join our team as a Senior Network Administrator to lead program design, network projects, and more! Apply now at to be part of our incredible team.
#JoinDDSN
#NetworkAdmin
#JobOpportunity
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#DDSN
and the SC State Fair present a Sensory-Friendly Morning on Oct. 13, 2022. Families are welcome to attend a quieter morning at the fairgrounds. Announcements will be held off until noon, lights & music will be turned down.
#Autism
#AutismAwareness
#familyfun
#SCStateFair
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We’ll be joining our friends at
@SC_DMH
later this month for their community event. Come out to get helpful info from them, DDSN, and others in observance of
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
!
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Only 2 days until our annual Holiday Market! 🎁 Join us for creative crafts, sweet treats, and unique items for sale from our awesome providers. Valuable info for those with special needs will be available too! Don't miss out!
#DDSN
#HolidayMarket
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DDSN is excited to partner with
@ColaFireflies
Autism Acceptance Night/Sensory Safe Sunday this weekend! The game will accommodate those with autism or sensory issues by reducing the amount of video and audio presentations.
Purchase Tickets:
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DDSN’s Autism Director Stephanie Turner recently joined our friends
@SCStateMuseum
on Episode 4 of their podcast: "Building a Museum for All." A great convo on inclusion for those w/ special needs, such as the SCSM sensory room, pictured here. Listen now!
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We'll be with our friends at
@SCStateMuseum
next month for their Disability Celebration Day! Join us for this free event that will include fun, inclusive activities, and helpful resources for those with special needs and their families!
#DDSN
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A big shoutout to all the amazing employees at DDSN's Coastal Center! We had an incredible Employee Appreciation Celebration, complete with lunch from Moes, refreshing treats from the Kona Ice truck, raffle prizes and even a candy filled pinata! Congratulations to Robin Lee-Green
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DDSN’s Autism Director Stephanie Turner presented to the
@ColaRotary
today! Her informative presentation on autism provided valuable insights and resources to all those in attendance. Thank you to the Rotary Club for the opportunity to share this information!
#autism
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#SCDDSN
recognizes Director Richard "Steve" Von Hollen in the Clinical Services Division for his 30+ years of service at the agency. Steve is a big music fan and is known to shred a guitar in his spare time. Thank you, Steve!
#SCService
#servingothers
#ThankYou
#Disability
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DDSN's Gene Baughman and residents of our Midlands Center joined our
@SCStateMuseum
friends today to celebrate their renovations, including accessible bathrooms and a wellness room for those with special needs! We appreciate SCSM for the invite and for their inclusivity efforts!
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We are hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for our Autism Community Training Homes in Spartanburg and Summerville! Come out to our upcoming events and hear more about our great opportunities! For DSP jobs and other open positions, visit !
#DDSN
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With today’s start of Mental Health Awareness Month, we highlight the comorbidities those with disabilities and special needs may have in relation to a diagnosis related to mental health. We also encourage everyone to learn ways to improve their mental health and urge South
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#DDSN
's Commissioner Stephanie McLaughlin-Rawlinson will be a speaker at the South Carolina Advocacy Day at the Statehouse on March 1. The Advocacy Day is hosted by SCPDO.
#scadvocacyday
#disabilityrights
#disabilityawareness
#disabilityawarenessmonth
#AutismAwareness
#Disability
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We are seeking Direct Support Professionals who are hardworking and passionate about helping others! We have positions open across the state with competitive pay, great benefits, and opportunities for career development and advancement! Apply now at .
#DDSN
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We’re looking for Licensed Psycho-Educational Specialists (LPES) to assess those seeking DDSN eligibility! Other responsibilities include referral review, participation in trainings, etc. If this is you, visit our jobs site and apply now!
#JoinDDSN
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We’re about two months away from AutismConnect! Join us and
@UofSC
for a special event that will include schools, fellow agencies and organizations, and researchers who have the latest on autism resources and information.
Also, we’re still accepting sponsor, exhibitors, and
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We're currently looking to add Direct Support Professionals to our Autism Community Training Homes located in Spartanburg and Summerville. Join us at our upcoming events to learn more about the fantastic openings we have. Learn more: .
#DDSN
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We still have a few spots left to attend DDSN's blood drive! Join us and
@bloodconnection
next week for a chance to save lives and receive $50 in rewards!
#donateblood
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We’re looking for a Licensed Psycho-Educational Specialist (LPES) to assess those seeking DDSN eligibility! Other responsibilities include referral review, participation in trainings, etc. If this is you, visit our jobs site and apply now!
#JoinDDSN
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We had a great time selling sweet treats yesterday at our annual “Baking for Brains” Bake Sale! Proceeds from the event will be donated to
@BrainInjurySC
to benefit brain injury survivors and their families! We appreciate our staff and friends who made it possible!
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The May Day Parade at DDSN's Midlands Center was a blast! The parade was a fantastic kickoff to the festivities, and we had an amazing cookout at the picnic shelter. It was great to see so many residents, staff, and families having fun and enjoying each other's company!
#DDSN
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A big thank you to
@Pelicanbaseball
for helping us continue our Autism Awareness Month observance! The team happily accepted our sensory bag donation, so those with sensory needs can check out a bag at Guest Services and enjoy the game! We appreciate the Pelicans and the other
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We’re looking for Licensed Psycho-Educational Specialists (LPES) to assess those seeking DDSN eligibility! Other responsibilities include referral review, participation in trainings, etc. If this is you, visit our jobs site and apply now!
#JoinDDSN
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