All South Carolinians ages 16 and older are eligible for vaccination
*The criteria above are subject to change. Most up-to-date criteria can be found at
https://scdhec.gov/covid19/covid-19-vaccine
*DSS asks to be informed when youth 16 and older refuse vaccination. DSS in consultation with the youth’s parents, foster parents, and GAL will consider case-by-case whether to authorize vaccination
when youth 16 and older refuse vaccination.
Supporting youth in foster care in making healthy choices.
Additional Resources Do you know a youth who is organized, responsible, and proactive? An effective communicator with a positive attitude and an
Please keep and maintain this Education and Health Passport while this child is in your care. Information should beupdated as information changes.
Child and Family Team Meetings – What You Need to Know 