PO Box 3075, Rock Hill, SC 29732             epiphany@comporium.net              Phone: 803-324-8877

On this page you will find a list of resources and agencies of
interest to people with various concerns.  We hope this will be of
help to you.  If you do not see the type of resource or agency you
need, you can contact the church office for more information.
 

ELCA Homepage
South Carolina Synod of ELCA
Lutheran Conference and Retreat Centers
Lutheran Family Services in the Carolinas, 1440 Bush River Rd., Columbia,
     SC, 29070
Lutheran Homes of South Carolina
Lutheran Hospice, 1505 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201,
      803-461-9456, info@lutheranhospice.org
Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, 4201 N. Main St., Columbia SC,
     29203-5898, 800-804-5233
Lutheridge and Lutherock Ministries
Lutheridge
Lutherock
Newberry College
Lenoir-Rhyne College
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans

 

Augsburg Fortress Publishers
Congregational Resource Guide
Cokesbury Book Store, 726 Tyvola Rd. #100, Charlotte, NC 28217, 704-525-4543
Godly Play Resources, 1-800-445-4390
 

City of Rock Hill
International Center of York County, 217 Orange St., Rock Hill, SC 29730
803-325-2537, bguidry@ci.rock-hill.sc.us
Rock Hill, SCiway
South Carolina Information Highway
York County Library
 

Alcoholics Anonymous
Rock Hill, Fort Mill, Tega Cay, York: 803-328-3409
Clover, Lake Wylie, Hickory Grove, Sharon: 803-684-2375
 

Carolina Community Actions
138 S. Oakland Avenue
Rock Hill, SC 29731
803-329-5195
   Client Assistance Program
   234 Johnston Street
   Rock Hill, SC 29731
   803-366-5537
   Employment and Training Program
   138 S. Oakland Avenue
   Rock Hill, SC 29731
   803-366-5302
   Energy Assistance Program
   234 Johnston Street
   Rock Hill, SC 29731
   803-366-5537
   Head Start
   138 S. Oakland Avenue
   Rock Hill, SC 29731
   803-366-5398
   Rock Hill Headstart
   1445 Russell Street
   Rock Hill, SC 29731
   803-328-3074
   Weatherization
   234 Johnston Street
   Rock Hill, SC 29731
   803-366-6373

Christopher Clinic
803-909-6363

Provides free medical care to people diagnosed with HIV/AIDS.  It also
operates a supply closet in cooperation with the Regional AIDS Interfaith
Network (RAIN).  See below to find out how to receive assistance from RAIN.

Clover Area Assistance Center
1130 Hwy 55
E Clover, SC 29710-8452
803-222-4837

Provides food, clothing, and financial assistance to individuals and families in crisis.

Clover Head Start
201 Pressley Street
Clover, SC 29710

Consumer Credit Counseling Service
150 Oakland Avenue
Rock Hill, SC 29731
803-327-9754
1-800-223-9213

Provides confidential and professional financial counseling. Advises on
budgeting and money management, offers a variety of educational programs
to teach family budgeting, personal money management, the wise use of
credit and provides a positive alternative to bankruptcy.

Family Resource Center
217 Orange Street
Rock Hill, SC 29730-5359
803-980-2079
Resource Center Annex: 803-981-5780
YouthNet - System of Care: 803-366-3391

   Programs and Services include:
   Parent & Preschooler Activites
   ParentSmart P.L.A.Y.
   Preschool Story Time (2nd Friday at York County Library)
   Parent Workshops (Call ParentSmart: 803-981-1557)
   Preparing Children for School
   Family Literacy
   Spanish Translation Services
   Medical Clinic (Fridays only) For appointments call:
       803-322-6636; walk-ins welcome.
   Lending library of parenting resources, children's toys

   Collaborating Agencies
   Catawba Family Center: 803-328-8090
   Family Connection: 803-366-4839
   International Center of York County: 803-980-2098
   Keystone (see below)
   ParentSmart: 803-981-1557
 

Fort Mill Care Center, Inc.
PO Box 1401
Fort Mill, SC 29716-1401
803-547-7620

Provides food, clothing, and financial assistance to individuals and families in crisis.

Home Instead Senior Care
1355-A Ebenezer Road
Rock Hill, SC 29732
803-817-1901
carol.ingle@homeinstead.com

Provides a wide array of services designed to enable seniors who need
assistance to continue living in their own homes.

Hope, Inc.
404 East Main Street
Rock Hill, SC 29731
803-328-8000

Provides food, clothing, and financial assistance to individuals and families in crisis.

Hospice and Community Care
223 East Main Street
Guardian Building, Suite 600
Rock Hill, SC 29730
803-329-4663
800-895-CARE (2273)
info@hospicecommunitycare.org
http://www.hospicecommunitycare.org/
Directions

"Hospice is a non-profit organization dedicated to caring for people who are
terminally ill in a special way. It focuses on treating the person, not the disease,
as well as providing on-going support for families. "
 

Interfaith Hospitality
404 East Main Street
Rock Hill, SC 29730
803-329-2456
ihnyc@comporium.net
Directions
 

Keystone Substance Abuse Services
Drug Abuse and Alcohol Detoxification Center
199 South Herlong Avenue
Rock Hill, SC 29732
803-3224-1800
Hotline: 803-324-0404
Directions

Provides treatment for those suffering from alcohol and/or drug abuse. Assists
in criminal justice matters. Prevention and education programs educate the
community at large on substance/alcohol prevention through programs such as
the Red Ribbon Campaign, Drug Free and Proud, Community Coalition and the
Speakers’ Bureau.
 

Narcotics Anonymous
Serving Charlotte and Greater Rock Hill Area
24 hour helpline: 1-877-336-9752
 

Path
204 Raille Street
York, SC 29745
803-684-3992

Provides food, clothing, and financial assistance to individuals and families in crisis.
 

Piedmont Legal Services
See SC Center for Equal Justice

Pilgrim's Inn
Emergency Agency: 236 West Main Street
P.O. Box 11328
Rock Hill, SC 29731
Office: 803-327-4227
Food Pantry: 803-327-3430
Open Arms Child Support Center: 803-327-3471; 803-327-4227
Fax: 803-324-4007
pilgrimsinn@icsol.com
Directions

The Open Arms child Support Center is a child care center for homeless and
low-income children who have been in crisis. The center's operating hours are
6:30am-5:00 pm. It serves children ages birth through five years old. Parenting
sessions are offered weekly on Thursdays from 4:00-5:00.

Regional AIDS Interfaith Network (RAIN)
RAIN is an interfaith ministry that helps people who are HIV positive and those
who have AIDS.  Any person diagnosed with AIDS or HIV who is interested in
receiving pastoral care or services through care teams should contact the RAIN
representative for York, Chester, and Lancaster Region at 704-372-7246, ext.
114.  For medical services and case management, contact the Christopher Clinic in
Rock Hill (see Christopher Clinic, above).

Rock Hill Drug Rehab and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Information
Looking for drug rehab treatment or counseling centers in Rock Hill? Please call
toll free 1-866-845-8975 to speak with one of our representatives who can help
you locate a facility to meet your needs. Our resources cover North, East,
South, West, and the Central areas of Rock Hill.

SC Center for Equal Justice
803-327-9001

Provides legal representation and advice in civil matters for low-income
individuals to obtain and maintain the essentials of life including housing, food,
medical care, domestic relations and public benefits. Fees are based on the
ability to pay.

Safe Passage
Administrative Office: PO Box 11458
Rock Hill, SC 29731
803-329-2800
803-329-3336

Assists victims of spousal abuse and their dependent children by providing a
24-hour hotline, women’s shelter, individual and group counseling, legal
advocacy, life skills training and public awareness information.

The Saluda Center
2400 West Main Street
Rock Hill, SC 29732
803-327-6103
Directions

Provides individual, marital, and family counseling within a Christian context. 
Established and supported by the Providence Presbytery of the Presbyterian
Church (U.S.A.).  The Presbytery office is in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

The Salvation Army
   Administrative and Social Services Office
   119 Charlotte Avenue
   Rock Hill, SC 29731
   803-324-5141
   Thrift Store
   1120 Cherry Road
   Rock Hill, SC 29732
   Truck Pick-ups
   1-800-528-0224

Helps families and individuals in need with food, temporary shelter, and clothing.
Assists with rent and utilities and emergency medical and dental care.
Administers Travelers’ Aid Program. Provides furniture to fire victim families.

Serenity Club of York County
209 Grayson Road
803-366-8950

Aids in the recovery of alcohol and chemically dependent persons and their
families by providing a meeting place for Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon,
Al-A-Teen and Narcotics Anonymous.

Sexual Assault Resource Center
113 Hampton Street
803-327-7558

Assists sexual assault victims and their families by offering 24-hour
assistance/support, hospital/court accompaniment and individual/group
counseling. Provides community awareness programs on sexual assault
prevention and education.

Vocational Rehabilitation
1020 Heckle Boulevard
Department: 803-3277106
Workshop: 803-366-9441

Enables eligible South Carolinians with disabilities to prepare for, achieve and
maintain competitive employment by providing counseling, vocational evaluation,
work experience and job placement.

York County Adult Day Care Services
803-327-7448

Offers adult day care for the health impaired, frail adult to improve or maintain
their level of functioning. Prevents premature nursing home placement. A full
range of health related services including nursing, counseling, monitoring and
medical care are available. Transports clients to and from the center, doctor
appointments and medical testing. A care unit is available for those afflicted with
Alzheimer’s Disease.

York County AIDS Task Force
803-325-1098

Under the auspices of Catawba Care Coalition. Leads the area's fight against
the spread of HIV/AIDS through education, prevention and emotional and
physical support to anyone affected by HIV/AIDS. Financial support is also
available for those living with the disease.

York County Board of Disabilities & Special Needs
Administrative Office: 7900 Park Place Road, York
803-628-5999

Provides services to individuals in York County who have mental retardation,
autism, head and spinal cord injuries. The services are provided in a community
setting and the aim is to maximize an individual’s potential to function with
independence. Horizon Industries workshop trains persons with disabilities in
work related skills. The primary goal is to place individuals on jobs in the
community.

York County Cancer Association
803-327-2556

Assists the indigent cancer patient with expenses for drugs, medical/surgical
supplies and transportation to treatment.

York County Council on Aging
150 Johnston Street
Rock Hill, SC 29731
803-327-6694
803-324-5084

Four multi-purpose senior centers provide hot meals, transportation, recreation
and fellowship. Home delivered meals are provided to shut-ins. Homemakers
make home visits to assist elderly individuals with personal care, light
housekeeping and running errands. This program enables elderly individuals to
remain in their homes as long as possible.

York County Crisis Pregnancy Center
PO Box 4302/329 Charlotte Ave
Rock Hill, South Carolina 29730
803-329-2524

York County Department of Health
Rock Hill: 1070 Heckle Boulevard; 803-909-7300
York: 116 N. Congress Street; 803-684-7004

York County Department of Social Services
Rock Hill: 1070 Heckle Boulevard; 803-909-7446
York: 18 West Liberty Street; 803-684-2315

York County Literacy Association
217 Orange Street
803-981-1375
Directions

Volunteers provide free, private, one-on-one tutoring in reading and writing to
non-reading adults. Conversational English is taught to foreign speaking
students. Math training is also available.

York County Summer Feeding Program
529 South Cherry Road
Rock Hill, S. Carolina 29731
803-909-7511