Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

The BHDD Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD) plans, develops, coordinates and funds services for South Carolinians with severe lifelong disabilities relating to intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury and spinal cord injuries or similar disabilities.

Our goal is to provide the very best services to assist all people with disabilities – and their families – in South Carolina. We help meet needs while pursuing possibilities and achieving life goals.

In 2024

23,000

Eligible South Carolinians Receiving at Least One OIDD Service Each Month

4,398

Children Ages 3-6 Receiving At-home Early Intervention Services

12,200

Residents Receiving At-home or Residential Services through HCBS Waivers

Services

OIDD strives to serve all South Carolinians who are eligible for services and to ensure that services meet high standards.

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Providers

In addition to qualified private providers across the state, OIDD has five clinical offices and the Greenwood Genetic Center.

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Resources

OIDD can guide you to a variety of state agencies and non-state organizations that provide intellectual and developmental disability support and services.

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Waivers

The Waiver Program operated by OIDD helps individuals receive support under Medicaid for qualifying ID/RD, HASCI and Community Support services.