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Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Formerly the Department of Disabilities and Special Needs, the Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities serves people with intellectual disabilities, autism and head and spinal cord injuries.
Office of Mental Health
Office of Mental Health
Formerly the Department of Mental Health, the Office of Mental Health is dedicated to supporting the recovery of people with mental illnesses.
Office of Substance Use Services
Office of Substance Use Services
Formerly the Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services, the Office of Substance Use Services helps treat, prevent and research substance use and abuse in South Carolina.
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Monday, May 4, 2026

May is Mental Health Month

May is Mental Health Month in the United States, and the South Carolina Department of Behavioral
Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) seeks to remind South Carolinians of its available services and the
importance of maintaining good mental health and early intervention.

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Tuesday, June 30 at 6:00 pm - Tuesday, June 30 at 7:00 pm

Wheelchair Tennis @ Richland County Tennis Center SCSCIA

Location: Richland County Tennis Center, 7500 Parklane Rd, Columbia, SC 29223, USA

We recently reached out regarding a schedule adjustment aimed at better accommodating participants and improving overall attendance. Please note an important update: the start time has been changed from 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM.

We apologize for any inconvenience this time change may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Wheelchair Tennis will now be held weekly on Tuesdays from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the Richland County Tennis Center!

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