Georgetown County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs

04/04/2026

Contact your federal elected officials. Oppose these cuts to services.

28/03/2026

Our CEO, Kimberly Tissot, isn't holding back in the latest edition of Kickin’ It with Kimberly.

Right now, a dangerous narrative is circulating. While accountability in public programs is important, "fraud" is being used as a smokescreen to justify cutting Medicaid and Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS).

Here is the reality:

HCBS isn't a luxury; it’s the caregiver who helps someone get out of bed.

It’s the support that prevents forced institutionalization.

In South Carolina, we are seeing $27 million in proposed Medicaid cuts—even as waiting lists for services span decades.

Kimberly breaks down why integration protects people while segregation hides abuse, and why the real fraud is forcing people into expensive, isolated institutions.

📖 Read the full letter and learn how to take action here: https://tinyurl.com/2ta27uxw



[Graphic featuring photo of a family: a white father with gray hair, a white mother with blonde hair in a white top, and a white adult daughter with a developmental disability wearing a denim jacket and peach scarf. Text reads, 'Kickin’ It with Kimberly: When the Supports That Keep People Alive Are Called “Fraud”, A letter from Able SC CEO, Kimberly Tissot']

18/03/2026

Act today!!

South Carolina’s budget is still moving, and now is the time to speak up for disability services.

The Governor’s proposed budget included $47.27 million to increase Home- and Community-Based Services, but the House budget reduced that amount to $20 million.

These services help people with disabilities and older adults receive support in their homes and communities, live with greater independence, and avoid more restrictive settings when community support is possible.

The Senate is still working through the budget now, which means there is still time for advocates to be heard. Please contact your South Carolina legislators today and ask them to support strong funding for Home- and Community-Based Services and other disability-related supports.

Find your legislators here:
tinyurl.com/FindSCLegislators

Here's a sample script you can use when you call or email your lawmaker:

Hi, my name is [Name], and I’m a constituent from [City or County]. I’m calling to ask Senator/Representative [Last Name] to support strong funding for Home and Community-Based Services in South Carolina’s budget. These services matter to people with disabilities and families across our state. Thank you.

05/03/2026

02/02/2026

15/01/2026

Congratulations Tim on your big achievement and recognition!

ATTENTION GOATS - 2025 Fit GOAT Challenge Awards Have Arrived!

We’re proud to recognize the incredible commitment, consistency, and determination shown by participants in the 2025 Fit GOAT Challenge! This year’s challenge inspired record participation as individuals logged miles across Georgetown County trails, parks, neighborhoods, and beyond, prioritizing health, wellness, and time outdoors.

2025 Achievements Include:
• Iron GOAT Award – Earned by participants logging 500+ miles
• Fit GOAT Award – Earned by participants logging 100–499 miles

Today we are exceptionally proud to recognize Timothy Mc White, a dedicated Georgetown County Parks & Recreation team member, as the first recipient of the 2025 Iron GOAT T-shirt!

Timothy logged 500+ miles during the 2025 Fit GOAT Challenge, earning Iron GOAT status through commitment, consistency, and determination. A valued member of our Parks & Recreation team, Timothy leads by example, embracing an active lifestyle both on and off the job.

And he’s not slowing down…Timothy has registered and already started logging miles for 2026!

If you have not yet signed up for the challenge in 2026 registration is open. Every mile logged represents a personal commitment to better health and an active lifestyle, and we couldn’t be prouder of this year’s GOAT herd!

Stay Tuned!

We’ll be announcing the date soon for our first GOAT Herd Meet & Greet, an exciting opportunity to bring our GOAT community together!

At this event, we will:
Present 2025 Fit GOAT Awards
Release the 2026 GOAT activity schedule
Introduce GC Calm, our new initiative focused on mindful outdoor experiences and wellness

More details coming soon—get ready to connect, celebrate, and keep moving with the GOAT Herd in 2026!

Keep moving. Keep exploring. Keep being GOATs.

03/12/2025

Since the Thanksgiving holiday has passed, the agency’s guest turkeys must think it’s okay to wander around in the open.

20/11/2025

Harvesting before the holidays!

20/11/2025

We are grateful for funding from the Knights of Columbus! Growth Enterprises was able to take the Amtrak ride from Kingstree to Florence SC. Lots of fun aboard the train and everyone was all smiles! Lunch out afterwards then back to Georgetown!

31/10/2025

The County does Halloween right!

31/10/2025

Some awesome scary and fun costumes at work today! Happy Halloween!