The Family Resource Center for Disabilities & Special Needs

06/13/2026

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05/28/2026

Two things can be true at the same time.

Families deserve access to critical autism services and support.
And protecting the integrity of Medicaid waiver programs matters, too.

At TACA, we believe we can hold both truths:

✔️ Families desperately need waiver services
✔️ Strong safeguards help ensure these programs remain sustainable for the future

The conversation around Medicaid waivers is complex, but families need clear information, balanced discussion, and practical guidance right now.

Read our latest blog "Medicaid Waivers and Autism: What Families Need to Know Right Now" at:

https://tacanowblog.com/2026/05/22/medicaid-waivers-and-autism-what-families-need-to-know-right-now/

05/28/2026

The South Carolina Department of Education is surveying parents of students receiving Special Education services through the Department.

Please take a moment to answer the quick six-question survey — your responses will help guide efforts to improve services and results for children and families. Your responses will help the SC Department of Education plan for the future and find tools that are evidence-based and parent-recommended to encourage family engagement in their child’s education.

Feel free to share this survey with other parents.
👉 https://oses.ed.sc.gov/family-community/parent-involvement-survey

05/26/2026

💙 SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY FOR FAMILIES OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM 💙

Every year, Walk for Autism Charleston offers scholarships to families with children on the autism spectrum. The application period is now OPEN and closes on June 1!

If your family could benefit from additional support, we encourage you to apply or share this opportunity with someone who may need it. 🧩

🔗 Application link:
https://www.walkforautismcharleston.org/scholarship-application-forms/

Please share to help more families in our community access these resources 💙

05/08/2026

FREE Virtual Trainings! 💙

Here are few of our upcoming trainings, they are free, but you must register to attend.
Know someone who could benefit from one or more of these? Please share with them.

Check out the full training calendar as we are consistently adding more, and register for one: familyconnectionsc.org/training/calendar

05/07/2026

How to Apply for Disability Programs, Services, & Resources in South Carolina

Want to learn more about how to apply for disability programs, services, and resources available in South Carolina?

Visit our directory for guidance on navigating the application process and accessing the support you need: arcsc.org/scdisabilityresourcedirectory

04/28/2026

For child-facing professionals

04/28/2026

Registration is officially open for One Perfect Day 🌊

Enter for a chance to join us at these upcoming camps:
📍 Wrightsville Beach, NC – August 17
📍 Folly Beach, SC– August 19

We can’t wait to share this unforgettable day with you 💙
Register now: surfershealing.org/schedule

04/23/2026

Air travel can feel overwhelming...especially when you do not know what to expect.

Wings for All® helps individuals with disabilities and their families practice the airport experience ahead of time in a supportive, low-stress setting.

From check-in and TSA to waiting at the gate and boarding the plane, this program helps build confidence and make future travel feel more manageable.

It also gives airport, airline, and TSA staff a chance to better understand how to support travelers with disabilities.

Learn more at arcsc.org/wings-for-autism

12/03/2025