About Us

Horry County Disabilities and Special Needs is a state-supported agency that is governed by a local DSN Board. Additional community support is provided by local government, the United Way, private contributions, and the Waccamaw Regional Foundation for Disabilities and Special Needs.

The agency provides and coordinates services for persons with Mental Retardation and related disabilities or with Autism or who have sustained a Head or Spinal Cord Injury. Individuals who receive services must meet the eligibility requirements defined by the State of South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs and must reside in Horry County, South Carolina.

Mission

Our mission is to provide services and supports to individuals with Mental Retardation and related disabilities, Head or Spinal Cord Injuries, and Autism, utilizing a person centered approach to achieve their goals in partnership with the community and families.

Vision

Our vision is to be the leader and innovator in empowering choice, providing access to services, and ensuring safety for individuals with disabilities.

Executive Director

Susan John

Board of Directors

Chair: Edwin Hinds
Vice Chair: Phyllis Floyd
Treasurer: Shawn Campman
Secretary: Caroline Ewing

Board Members

Steve Avinger
Karyn Barber
Kelli Barker
Jackie Browder
Lonnie Chestnut
Anna Gaskin
Patricia Milley

Individual Board members may be contacted by phone or email as listed below:
email: dsn@sccoast.net
phone: (843) 347-3010, ext. 450

When contacting a board member by telephone or email, please indicate the specific person you wish address.  All others will be forwarded to Edwin Hinds, Chairperson of the Board.

Contact Information

Mailing address: 250 Victory Lane, Conway, SC 29526
Phone: (843) 347-3010
FAX: (843) 347-7308
Email: dsn@sccoast.net