Our Brother's Keeper Society for the Poor and Disadvantaged (also known as OBK and OBKSPAD) is an (Emergency Assistance) 501(c)(3) non profit community services organization of "Ambassadors of Faith, Hope, and Charity." OBK is established to suffice the needs of an ever growing, diversified population of underprivileged and underserved individuals and families in South Carolina (Sumter, Clarendon, and Lee Counties), and the nation's capitol and metropolitan areas -- throughout Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC.
-Teenage Pregnancy Counseling -Marriage Counseling -Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counseling -Child Custody & Support Referral Services -Child/Adult Day Care Referral Services -Youth/Adult Literacy & Tutoring Programs, Services, & Referrals -Community Activities & Involvement
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You can call or visit our office to make an appointment for certain types of assistance. Please call our office to determine if you are in our service area, and the type of assistance for which you may be eligible.
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A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.
