Posts by Shannon Simmons
SC Thrive Named Phase 2 Winner of the Social Care Referrals Challenge
The Administration for Community Living (ACL) recently announced SC Thrive as a Phase 2 winner of the Social Care Referrals Challenge competition. The Social Care Referrals Challenge began in March of 2020 to support holistic health and social care in the community. This national competition awards prizes to service organizations that develop and optimize technology…
Read MoreYour Social Services Technology Needs These 5 Things
Let’s face it, working in the social sector comes with challenges. The last thing we want to think about is a technology barrier that prevents us from doing our job to the best of our ability. SC Thrive is excited to offer Thrive Hub to community-serving organizations in South Carolina. Thrive Hub, powered by Good…
Read MoreState Impact Award Presented to SC Thrive for Second Time
Columbia, SC – October 26, 2021– Highlighting their continued support for South Carolinians, SC Thrive received the State Impact Award from the Alliance for a Healthier South Carolina for a second time. Through strategic partnerships, direct outreach, innovative technology, and a dedicated Contact Center, SC Thrive has continually shown its passion for supporting South Carolina.…
Read MoreThe 46 Veteran Salute Presented by SC Thrive
Columbia, SC – October 11, 2021 – SC Thrive, a statewide nonprofit, calls for nominations to honor 46 Veterans across the state. This event, entitled The 46 Veteran Salute will recognize one Veteran in each county in South Carolina with a certificate and a meal voucher. Beginning November 1, 2021, the recipients will be announced…
Read MoreMental Health Myths: Dispelling Common Stigmas
What do you think is the most common mental health myth? Misinformation surrounding topics on mental health can be confusing to people facing a mental illness and their loved ones. It is important to address these myths so people can recognize symptoms of mental illness and move toward a healthy lifestyle. Below are mental health…
Read MoreConfused About Advance Child Tax Credit Impacts? Here’s What You Need to Know.
Qualified families in South Carolina that claim the Child Tax Credit should look out for advance payments to come this summer. Here are some important updates about the Advance Child Tax Credit in 2021. Beginning July 2021, and ending December 2021, the IRS will deposit monthly Advance Child Tax Credit payments to qualified families across…
Read MoreMaximize Your Grocery Budget at Farmer’s Markets
Cost and access are some of the greatest challenges that you might face when trying to support a healthy diet and maximize your grocery budget. Fresh, healthy produce tends to be more expensive than other less nutritious items. That is where local farmers markets across the state are stepping in to provide quality foods and resources to afford them. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many farmer’s markets have remained…
Read MoreCoronavirus Resources & Updates
Columbia, SC, May 24, 2021 – As you have undoubtedly heard, cases of Coronavirus (officially called “2019-Novel Coronavirus” or “COVID-19”) have been confirmed in the state of South Carolina. Like you, we are watching updates from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). As we…
Read MoreMy Mother’s Long-Term Care Experience: A Personal Story of Gratitude
Guest Writer: Beth DeHart, Director of Long-Term Care, SC Thrive When we look over our lives, we can find moments when a resource that presents itself becomes a linchpin to change a situation for the better. This was the case for me in 2013. I was a single mother with a full-time job and a…
Read MoreSpring into a Healthier Lifestyle
Spring is a unique time of year for South Carolina because of the many fun activities you can do with your friends and family. The warm weather draws us outside more to enjoy the beauty of our state. This is a great time to refresh your health goals and get back to those New Year’s…
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