Pursuant to S.C. Code 1976, § 44-20-375, as amended, it is the purpose of this division
to develop, provide, coordinate, and improve community services for persons with mental
retardation, related disabilities, head injuries and spinal cord injuries so that
they will be afforded the maximum opportunity to develop their respective mental,
physical, and social capacities to the fullest practical extent and to live as normal,
useful, and productive lives as possible. It is the purpose of this division to create
the county board of disabilities and special needs, which shall serve the citizens
of the county in furtherance of this purpose.
