Digital Navigation Resource Guide
Digital Navigation Resource Guide
Successful telehealth visits and staying connected to vital healthcare services requires high-speed internet, digital devices, and digital skill. The SCTA is committed to supporting our community by providing and promoting resources for internet, devices, and digital skill training.
Digital Navigation Resource Guide
Some people need support setting up devices, affording or using the internet, or joining virtual visits. Our Digital Navigation Resource Guide includes resources for home internet, digital devices like low-cost computers, and digital skill training or tech help.
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Receive a monthly discount on phone and/or internet of up to $9.25 on phone, internet, or bundled service. Tribal lands can receive up to a $34.25 discount.
SC-specific providers: AirTalk, Life Wireless SC, and Tag Mobile
Phone:
(800) 234-9473 (press 1 for English; press 2 for Spanish)
Email
Hours: 9AM-9PM, 7 days a week
The equipment in the program includes specialized phones, cell phone accessories, alerting devices and a tablet. Participants are provided with equipment at no cost to use for as long as they remain in the state. To qualify for the program, you must be a permanent resident of South Carolina, have phone service, and have trouble hearing or speaking over the phone.
Phone:
877.225.8337 (Voice)
877.889.8337 (TTY)
Local: 803.737.0808 (Voice)
Local: 803.737.0846 (TTY)
Email
Hours: 8:30AM-5:00PM, M-F
Provides digital literacy training classes, including devices, one year of included internet, internet affordability consulting, and connection to telehealth resources.
Phone: 803-245 2672
Email
Hours: 8:30AM-5PM, M-F
Libraries provide free access to computers and internet to the community and may include mobile WiFi hotspots for check-out, assistance with securing connectivity in the home, or space to complete telehealth appointments.
Phone, email, and hours vary by library branch. Visit the SC library website for a list of all branches contact information.
Offers low-cost internet and devices, must meet eligibility criteria (documentation of current enrollment in an income-based government assistance program OR documentation of current household income under 200% of the federal poverty level or 60% of area median income). Does not require proof of citizenship.
Phone: 651-354-2552
Email
Hours: 11:00AM-6:30PM, M-F
No-cost digital skill assessment and training available at all career opportunity centers. Locations include Carolina Forest, Charleston, Florence, Georgetown, Summerville, Sumter, Market Common, Beaufort, Walterboro, North Myrtle Beach, and Orangeburg.
Phone, email, and hours vary by location. A full directory of Palmetto Goodwill locations and contact information can be found at this website.
Career Opportunity Center Hours: 10:00AM-4:00PM, M-F
Email
Career navigation and training opportunities available at no cost: veterans, SNAP recipients, citizens returning from incarceration, seniors 55+, those interested in learning skilled trade and/or access to Google Coursers credentials, healthcare pathways, and more.
Phone, email, and hours vary by location. A full directory of Palmetto Goodwill locations and contact information can be found at this website.
Central assistance: 843-566-0072
Email
An online platform offering free, self-paced, video-based digital skills training with narration, with a focus on basic skills like using computers and navigating the internet. Operated by Public Library Association.
General Public library support
Phone: 1-800-545-2433, ext. 5PLA
Email
Local adult education centers provide digital skills training for career readiness credentials, English language learning, family literacy, and for learners earning their GED or high school diploma.
Phone, email, hours, and other contact information vary by location. A map of SC Adult Education Centers with contact information can be found at this website.
Sign up to receive free, personalized help with technology-related questions from Senior Planet volunteers. These sessions will take place over the phone or Zoom.
Phone: 888-713-3495
Email
Hours:
9:00AM-8:00PM, M-F
9:00AM-2:00PM, Saturday
A free accessibility software for computers that helps with adjusting text size, lighting, assisting with reading text out loud, and even has colorblindness settings. There is not a phone or tablet application.
Download the Morphic software here or visit the Morphic website.
General questions:
info@morphic.org
Tech support for software:
support@morphic.org
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If you would like more information about telehealth for patients please contact the SCTA.