Columbia, September 20, 2025
News Summary
The South Carolina Office of Resilience is establishing four regional offices in Columbia, Central, Spartanburg, and Aiken to aid residents in their recovery from Hurricane Helene. These offices will provide disaster case management services, assist in creating individualized recovery plans, and host mobile intake events for those affected by the storm. The Columbia office will open on September 22, featuring a ribbon-cutting ceremony. These initiatives aim to strengthen support for communities impacted by the hurricane and ensure access to housing recovery resources.
Columbia
The South Carolina Office of Resilience is launching four regional offices to assist residents in their long-term recovery from the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. These offices will be located in Columbia, Central, Spartanburg, and Aiken, providing crucial support to communities impacted by the storm.
The grand opening events for each office are scheduled for the week of September 22, 2025, starting with the Columbia office, which will hold its ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, September 22, at 11 a.m. This office is located at 2100 Bull St.
Each of these regional offices will be staffed with disaster case managers who are tasked with helping residents affected by the hurricane. The disaster case management process will involve working with survivors to create individualized recovery plans that address various needs, including physical, financial, or emotional support.
These recovery plans will help connect individuals to an array of resources, including both state and federally funded housing recovery programs designed to repair or replace homes that were damaged by Hurricane Helene. More information about these housing recovery initiatives can be accessed at scor.sc.gov/helene.
In addition to the physical offices, disaster case managers will also conduct mobile intake events across the four regions. These events will allow citizens to meet with case managers without an appointment to discuss their specific needs. Details on scheduled mobile intakes can be found on scor.sc.gov/public-engagement, with additional events expected to be announced in the near future.
The establishment of these recovery offices is in direct response to the significant damage and loss of life inflicted by Hurricane Helene in South Carolina. The South Carolina Office of Resilience aims to strengthen the support available to communities affected by this catastrophic event through these regional offices and outreach programs.
Key Features of Regional Offices
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Locations | Columbia, Central, Spartanburg, Aiken |
| Grand Openings | Week of September 22, 2025 |
| Columbia Office Address | 2100 Bull St. |
| Services Provided | Disaster case management and support for housing recovery |
| Mobile Intake Events | Available across all regions without appointment |
| Additional Information | scor.sc.gov/helene for housing resources |
FAQ
What is the purpose of the new regional offices?
The South Carolina Office of Resilience is opening four regional offices in response to Hurricane Helene’s damage for long-term recovery efforts.
Where will the regional offices be located?
The new offices will be located in Columbia, Central, Spartanburg, and Aiken.
When are the grand opening events for the offices?
Grand opening events for each office will take place during the week of September 22, 2025.
What services will be available at each office?
Each office will be staffed with disaster case managers to aid residents affected by the hurricane.
How will disaster case managers assist residents?
The disaster case management process involves case managers working with survivors to develop individualized recovery plans addressing physical, financial, or emotional needs.
Where can I find information about housing recovery programs?
Information regarding these housing recovery programs can be found at scor.sc.gov/helene.
What are mobile intake events?
Disaster case managers will also conduct mobile intake events across the respective regions, where citizens can meet with them without an appointment to discuss their needs.
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Additional Resources
- Augusta Chronicle: Columbia County Clears Hurricane Helene Debris
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- The State: Hurricane Helene Impact Report
- Wikipedia: Hurricane Helene
- Google Search: Hurricane Helene South Carolina
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