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Bridging the Gaps…
Moving to a new country can be overwhelming, especially for individuals facing language barriers and lacking a local support system. After moving from Guatemala to Columbia, South Carolina, Maya was excited to settle into her new life with her young...
FULL STORY >> Bright Future…
Healthy Learners Lowcountry has been serving Allendale County for over 15 years and is truly an embedded member of this rural community. Our staff live, raise their families, attend church and community events in the Lowcountry. These community connections are...
FULL STORY >> Unwavering Determination…
Sometimes, a child’s greatest barrier to their success is within their own family. Devon, Darryl, and DeShawn Jackson have been friends of Healthy Learners ever since school leadership approached our team in 2017 with concerns that their family had limited...
FULL STORY >> Vision Restored…
What can seem like a simple issue, like struggling to see the smart board, could actually be a warning sign of something much more serious affecting a child's health. Aaron sat at his desk, his eyes squinting in frustration as...
FULL STORY >> Healthy Learners provides essential healthcare access to children across South Carolina. Here’s a look at the impactful ways we support our students and break down health barriers to learning.
