Welcome to Family Services, Inc.

Who said a good thing can't last? Since 1888, Family Services, Inc. has been proving that it can! We have remained one of the leading human service companies by adapting and responding to our community's needs. The residents and businesses of South Carolina have benefited from our professional help for more than 120 years. Family Services, Inc. has successfully withstood the test of time and socio-economic changes by providing quality service to families and individuals.

You may qualify for $3,500 in addition to $8,000 tax credit...

Visit our First Time Homebuyer Workshop page for details of how you may qualify to receive $3,500 from The Homeownership Resource Center, a division of Family Services, Inc. to be used towards the purchase of your first home.

A Source of Hope for Homeowners

Family Services, Inc.’s best practice mortgage default counseling services continue to save homes from foreclosure; more than 1,400 since January 2009. Click here to see one of our success stories as reported by Channel 13 news.

Our Programs

Seeking independent or family support does not have to be a source of anxiety. With our staff of certified counselors, we offer an array of programs that will assist you in your specific situation.

Bankruptcy Counseling offers clients the opportunity to complete Pre- and Post-Filing Bankruptcy Counseling in a group session, by phone or online.

The Behavioral Health Services division offers counseling programs for victims of domestic violence, family violence intervention and anger management.

The Conservatorship Program provides financial management and protection of assets for individuals who need assistance to manage their estate and protect the estate from potential exploitation. Most individuals are appointed through the Probate Court Process, however, service is also provided for individuals who are referred by other interested and concerned entities.
 
Since 1971, Consumer Credit Counseling Services has been linked to Family Services, Inc. and successfully helped families and individuals find workable solutions to managing money, including creating and working with a budget and addressing credit and debt issues.

The Representative Payee Program manages the day-to-day financial obligations for individuals who are on a fixed income of Social Security or Social Security Disability Benefits. Using the client's personal funds, the program handles payments for rent, utilities, food, and clothing to allow the individual to remain as functionally independent as possible.

The Homeownership Resource Center promotes homeownership for low- and moderate-income families and individuals in the community. The program includes a First Time Homebuyer Workshop, Credit Improvement Classes, Reverse Mortgage Counseling and Mortgage Default and Foreclosure Counseling.
 
The Employee Assistance Program offers businesses and industry a wide range of employee services in addition to the traditional Behavioral Health Services. The Employee Assistance Program provides benefits to employees above and beyond those a business might be able to supply.