Building Community with GiGi’s Playhouse

New nonprofit center brings meaningful support to families of loved ones with Down syndrome. Families in the Lowcountry who have been searching for engagement and community for individuals with Down syndrome have found a new home, or, in this case, a new playhouse. Last spring, GiGi’s Playhouse, a nationally known nonprofit that provides free, purposeful … Read more

A Trusted Source For Family Planning

President and CEO Bonnie Kapp, New Morning Foundation.

A statewide alliance expands equitable access to contraception and information The New Morning Foundation is a bright light that continues to shine for women who want to plan for families on their terms. “Our approach is community-driven and patient-centered,” said President and CEO Bonnie Kapp. “We train and support a statewide alliance of more than … Read more

The Very Best of South Carolina: Nature at Work

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Nature at Work: A Statewide Initiative Connecting Health, Business and the Outdoors A recently launched program provides a practical framework for building healthier people, workplaces and communities across the Palmetto State. By Lisa Moody BreslinDr. Susan Johnson, a longtime leader in workforce well-being and public health, has launched Nature at Work, a new statewide initiative … Read more

Bishop Gadsden: New Retirement Community, Same Ministry

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A mission 175 years in the making is growing stronger by expanding to Kiawah Island. Founded in April 1850, Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community is about to open its newest expansion project – a brand-new community at the crossroads of Kiawah and Seabrook islands. Driving down to James Island, you might believe you’ve stumbled upon … Read more

Healing on the Back of a Horse

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EQUINE-ASSISTED THERAPY OFFERS AN ALTERNATIVE APPROACH TO PHYSICAL AND MENTAL WELLNESS. Healing Through Horses on Johns Island Equine-assisted therapy is a unique method of healing that comes from building a relationship between horses and people. It boasts numerous benefits, and it’s thriving right in our own backyard. Nestled in the forests of nearby Johns Island … Read more

Family Connection: Shared Journeys That Establish Trust

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Empowering Families Through Shared Experience Shared experiences can provide comfort and a strong sense of community. At Family Connection of South Carolina, peer support is at the heart of everything the organization does. According to Chief Executive Officer Amy Holbert, these shared journeys provide the foundation for the work of Family Connection SC with families … Read more

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