South Carolina’s reentry system centers on the Department of Corrections, community supervision, and faith-based partners. Transitional housing options are limited, so many individuals rely on halfway houses, recovery residences, and nonprofit housing programs after release. Workforce support runs through SC Works centers, vocational training programs, CDL pathways, and employer partnerships, especially in manufacturing, construction, and logistics. Record-clearing options exist but are eligibility-driven, and expungement typically requires court petitions and fees. Reentry support often varies by county, with regional coalitions, churches, and mentoring programs helping people navigate housing, employment, and basic needs. Transportation and ID restoration can be early challenges, so planning with case managers and local organizations is key for a stable reentry path.
Housing Assistance
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Soteria CDC (Greenville area)
Transitional homes + affordable rentals for people impacted by incarceration — specifically built for returning citizens
Their Transitional Program in SC offers safe housing plus full reentry wrap-around (employment, case-management, stable housing for returning citizens).
Advocacy + reentry-support focus. Publishes reentry guides and provides legal help on civil barriers such as housing, employment, and benefits after incarceration.
