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DRSC Sees a 25% Increase in Requests for Help

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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Assistive Technology: Helpful Tools for Everyday Life

October 27, 2026

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…

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South Carolina Protects Use of Emotional Support Animals

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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Advocacy Watch: Texas v. Kennedy

September 28, 2026

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…

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DRSC Welcomes New Board Member Geoff Weber

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…

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DRSC Welcomes New Board Member Duncan Winburn

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…

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Back to School: Know Your Rights

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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