Burton Center for disabilities and special needs

10/27/2026

The Greenwood Day Program enjoyed celebrating Decade Day today. Everyone had a great time dressing up in their favorite eras, showing their creativity while enjoying a fun day together.

10/26/2026

Saluda Day Program went pink for a purpose Friday! They celebrated Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a special “PJ Pink Out Friday”.

The day was filled with meaningful activities, starting with delicious pink snacks, poem reading, and an engaging KIBU lesson about breast cancer. Afterwards, everyone enjoyed the movie, “Ordinary Love,” followed by a beautiful candle-lighting ceremony and an indoor/outdoor walk to honor survivors, loved ones, and caregivers. We were especially privileged to honor three breast cancer survivors from our day program, presenting each of them with a pink rose to celebrate their strength and courage

10/24/2026

10/24/2026

October is National Disability Employment Month. In August 2026, 39.8% of working-age people with disabilities were employed, compared to nearly 75% of people without disabilities, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Burton Center's Employment Services Program would love to see that number go even higher!

In honor and recognition of this month, we would like to announce TIM PAGUNTALAN as Burton Center's Employment Services Employee of the Month for October 2026.

Tim has been employed by PUBLIX in Greenwood since December 2023. Tim is a Courtesy Clerk Bagger, interacting with customers each day, helping to load shopper's groceries if needed, and safely gathering shopping carts. Tim always gives a friendly smile, and a helping hand!

Tim is such a popular and social fixture within the store, as well as within our community. You may have seen Tim in one of his many roles and performances with the Greenwood Penguin Project, or stealing bases on Saturday mornings with Burton Center Homerun Heroes, formerly the Greenwood Miracle League.

Tim is an amazing young man, and we are very proud of his dedication and work ethic at Publix.

If you or your business organization feels that they have a need and a position to give a special person the opportunity to prove their value, then please contact JOEL SMART at 864-942-8969

10/20/2026

Burton Center Foundation Launches Annual Campaign to Support Individuals with Disabilities and Special Needs

GREENWOOD, S.C. — The Burton Center Foundation kicks off its Annual Gift Campaign in October, calling on community members to support individuals with disabilities and special needs throughout the six-county region served by Burton Center.

Established in 1986, the Burton Center Foundation enhances the quality of life for people with disabilities and special needs by providing resources to support Burton Center’s programs and services.

Over the years, the Foundation has provided funding for a wide range of needs, including wheelchair repairs and purchases, assistance for families in crisis, personal care items, training devices, eyeglasses, hearing aids, dental care, emergency expenses, clothing, food, medical supplies, therapies, ramps, van lifts, summer camp, furniture, home modifications, and medical assistance.

“Gifts to the Burton Center Foundation help provide funding for the needs of the individuals served by Burton Center throughout our six-county region that are not covered by state and federal funding. This is the best reason I can think of to give to the Foundation’s Annual Fund—because you really are making a difference in the lives of those who need it most!” said Linda Kidd, chair of the Burton Center Foundation.

Community members are encouraged to consider making a tax-deductible gift to the Burton Center Foundation to help ensure that the organization can continue to “Make a Difference” in the lives of people with lifelong disabilities.

Private support is essential to supplementing limited state and federal funding and meeting needs that might otherwise go unmet.

For more information about the Burton Center Foundation or to make a contribution, visit www.burtoncenter.org/foundation, or call 942-8900.

Burton Center Foundation
2605 Hwy 72 221E
Greenwood, SC 29649

10/15/2026

Brandon Hamilton, DSP, purchased fall-themed window stickers for an activity at the individuals' residence. The individuals participated in decorating with the stickers and enjoyed the activity. This seasonal project encouraged creativity, self-expression, and social interaction while enhancing their home for the fall.

10/08/2026

Burton Center Ball continued...