Upstate Parents Network cannot diagnose or treat mental illness. Our goal is to provide you with information and resources in South Carolina and with other internet and national resources. Information provided by the Upstate Parents Network website or support group facilitators is not a substitute for medical treatment or proper psychological care. It is imperative that you talk with your physician and/or qualified mental health professional regarding the symptoms and treatment. It is important to realize that the information that appears on the Upstate Parents Network website or is discussed at support group meetings is not meant as replacement for proper care from a doctor. No user should start, stop, or change medication or other treatment for himself or herself or for his/her child based on what they read on the Upstate Parents Network Website or hear in a Upstate Parents Network support group meeting.

Links to other web sites are provided to assist you in locating information. When you click on a link to a third party web site you  are leaving our web site. The fact that there is a link between our web site and another does not constitute a product or program endorsement by Upstate Parents Network nor does Upstate Parents Network guarantee that the third party sites information is correct. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of any linked web site or their privacy and security policies. You should review the Privacy Statement of the web sites found at these links. It may differ significantly from our Privacy Statement.

This site does not host or receive funding from advertising or from the display of commercial content.  It is funded entirely from a private donation gifted by Natasha Lyles.

By using the Upstate Parents Network website or attending its support group you understand that Upstate Parents Network is not liable for any damages. By requesting resources and referrals you understand and agree that Upstate Parents Network and it's affiliates are not responsible for the services, or lack thereof, of any of the providers.

We encourage members to call others when needing or seeking support between support group meetings. However, social interaction outside of meetings is voluntary. Any relationship/s established outside of the group is not held responsible by Upstate Parents Network.

Upstate Parents Network collects data and member information for the support and operations of Upstate Parents Network only. Any information shared (email address, name, mailing address, phone numbers, etc.), whether in an email to Upstate Parents Network, via a form on the website, by fax, or other method is held in strict confidence and not shared with outside organizations. The only possible exception to that rule would be if an imminent threat to someone's life existed, or if threats against another's life or property have been communicated. In that instance, all information available will be shared with the appropriate law enforcement authorities.

At Upstate Parents Network, we recognize the importance of privacy & are committed to maintaining confidentiality & security of your personal information. Upstate Parents Network will never sell, donate, share or trade your personal information to any person or entity.

Upstate Parents Network has no religious affiliation and is open to persons of all faith.

It is the hope of Upstate Parents Network to provide support, information, and training to parents who are dealing with such special children as well as help erase the stigma of mental illness.