Community Resources
FOOD AND OTHER RESOURCES:
Charleston Hispanic Association:
This FB page is a good one to follow. They have lots of posts about where to get help with food.
https://www.facebook.com/CharlestonHispanicAssociation/
Charleston United Covid 19 Response Page on Facebook
This page has a lot of helpful resources shared by people throughout the Lowcountry. It will be a good way to find information about Covid and groups that are helping.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/635250000363975/?fref=nf
Lowcountry C.A.R.E.S
Below is a link to this site. You have to make an appointment.
https://www.ourlowcountry.com/find-help/
843-553-2012
Catholic Charities
Below is the link to food pantry information. Due to COVID 19, they are doing a drive through service.
https://charitiessc.org/wellness-services
Phone number:
| Charleston | Coastal | 1-843-531-5570 |
Shifa Clinic
Shifa Clinic is in Mt. Pleasant. They will help with food. You have to fill out their form.
Trident United Way
Below is a link the the Trident United Way. They can help with a lot of different needs. You can also dial 211 from your phone for assistance and tell them what type of assistance you are looking for.
https://www.tuw.org/charleston-county-help-resources
Lowcountry Food Bank
https://www.lowcountryfoodbank.org/findhelp/
Lowcountry Blessing Box
These locations have small boxes where people can donate or take items.
https://chsblessingbox.wixsite.com/home
Palmetto Community Action Network
This organization helps with food and other services such as rent assistance. Follow them on Facebook!
https://www.facebook.com/palmettocap/
RENT SERVICES:
The Navigation Center
http://thenavigationcenter.org/?fbclid=IwAR2P2QIB6E_95TbvME9R51452qbWBMg42vx-Uz6Znks6D7OlqhfsrH0YcJc
LEGAL SERVICES:
South Carolina Appleseed Legal Justice Center
South Carolina Legal Services
https://sclegal.org/public-benefits-during-a-pandemic/
NEWS ORGANIZATIONS TO LIKE AND FOLLOW:
Universal is a Latin based online newspaper:
https://universallatinnews.com/
https://www.facebook.com/ulncharleston
Live 5 News:
WCIV News 4:
https://www.facebook.com/abcnews4
OTHER RESOURCES:
Charleston County School District
Below is the link to the homepage for Charleston County School District (CCSD):
Commonsense Media
Do you have questions about whether or not a video game, television show, or books is age appropriate for your child? Check out Commonsense Media for reviews to help you decide.
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/
Trident United Way
https://www.tuw.org/charleston-county-help-resources
The Public Library
Charleston County has a great public library system. The public library is a great resource that goes beyond checking out books. The Otranto Road branch has an employee who is bilingual in English and Spanish. Visit the following websites for more information about special events.
Charleston County Public Library (CCPL):
https://www.ccpl.org/branches/main
CCPL Otranto Road:
https://www.ccpl.org/otranto-road-regional-monthly-calendar
CCPL Dorchester Road:
https://www.ccpl.org/dorchester-road-regional-monthly-calendar
Communities in Schools
This organization has student centered events and programs throughout the school year.
https://www.cischarleston.org/
Salvation Army
Salvation Army has many opportunities for volunteering and for services such as seasonal and crisis assistance.
https://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/programs/programs-that-help/
Trident Literacy Association
Trident Literacy Association offers training in basic literacy, computer use, English as a Second Language, and GED preparation for adults.
Trident Technical College
Trident Technical College is our local community college that offers classes towards a degree or certificate and also offers classes for fun.