October 30, 2026
Requests for help from Disability Rights South Carolina (DRSC) increased by 25% during FY 2026 (October 1, 2025–September 30, 2026). This increase reflects a growing need for disability rights information, advocacy, and support across South Carolina. For many people…
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Have you ever heard the term “assistive technology”? You might be surprised to learn that you’ve used it—or even use it every day—without realizing it! From the glasses on your nose to the captions on your favorite show, assistive technology…
Read More »September 28, 2026
Introduction Some landlords or property managers might try to forbid, or charge you fees for having, Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) in your home. This article explains how a recent internal memorandum from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development…
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What is Texas v. Kennedy? Texas v. Kennedy is a federal court case about Section 504. Section 504 is a federal law that protects people with disabilities from discrimination. It applies to programs and organizations that receive money from the…
Read More »September 28, 2026
Geoff Weber is the founder and CEO of Heirloom Cloud Corporation and a retired U.S. intelligence officer and combat veteran. He founded Heirloom in 2022, immediately after retiring from military service. Based in the Charleston area, Heirloom digitizes and preserves…
Read More »September 28, 2026
Duncan Winburn, J.D., recently graduated from the University of SC Joseph F. Rice School of Law. Studying law is his way of pursuing his passion: fighting for the rights of those who historically have not had a voice. Just some…
Read More »September 28, 2026
In 1987, Memphis, Tennessee police officers responded to a call from a panicked mother saying that her son was holding a large knife to his throat and threatening to kill himself. When they arrived, they found 27-year-old Joseph Dewayne Robinson…
Read More »August 28, 2026
We’re excited to announce a project at DRSC focused on improving employment services for people with disabilities in South Carolina. Employment offers independence, community, and purpose, but many people need support to succeed in the workforce. This project will take a close look at…
Read More »August 27, 2026
As of January 1, 2026, changes to South Carolina Medicaid have taken effect. Here’s what you need to know. Some Medicaid members started receiving most of their medical benefits through a Healthy Connections managed care plan. This change is sometimes…
Read More »August 26, 2026
As students across South Carolina head back to school, it is a good time for students with disabilities and their families to review their rights and make sure they have the supports they need for a successful school year. Disability…
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