Community Resources
Information, services, and gathering places that support life in Sugar Hill — an historic Aiken neighborhood where longtime residents, new neighbors, and visitors of every background find a home.
Smith-Hazel Recreation Center
The Smith-Hazel Recreation Center has been the heartbeat of the Sugar Hill community for decades. Originally established as a vital gathering space for Aiken's African American community during the era of segregation, it has grown into a beloved resource for all neighborhood residents — a place where recreation, events, and programs bring people together across generations and backgrounds.
Today, the center continues to provide essential programs and services including:
- Youth recreation and after-school programs
- Senior fitness and social activities
- Community meeting space
- Seasonal events and celebrations
- Health and wellness initiatives
The Consortium works closely with Smith-Hazel to ensure it remains a vibrant resource for current and future residents of Sugar Hill.
Serving Our Community
Sugar Hill and the greater Aiken area offer a range of resources for residents of all ages.
Local Churches
Spiritual homes and community anchors
Churches have been the backbone of Sugar Hill since its founding. They continue to provide spiritual guidance, community support, and vital social services.
- Sunday worship and Bible study
- Food pantry and meal programs
- Youth ministry and mentoring
- Senior fellowship and support
- Community outreach events
Education Resources
Learning opportunities for all ages
Continuing the tradition of Immanuel Institute, Sugar Hill values education as the foundation for individual and community advancement.
- Aiken County Public Schools
- Aiken-Bamberg-Barnwell-Edgefield Regional Library
- USC Aiken — local university programs and community events
- Aiken Technical College — workforce training and continuing education
- SC Department of Education — statewide resources for families
Community Events
Gatherings that bring us together
The Consortium is young, and our calendar is just beginning to fill. What we have now is real — and neighbors, visitors, and friends from across Aiken are warmly invited to join us.
- Quarterly Consortium community meetings
- Neighborhood cleanup days
- More to come — shaped by the neighbors who show up
Neighborhood Services
Practical support for daily life
The Consortium connects residents with services that improve quality of life and help navigate community needs.
- City of Aiken services and contacts
- Neighborhood watch and safety programs
- Housing assistance information
- Transportation resources
- Health care and social services referrals
- Aiken County government resources
Support for Seniors
Honoring and supporting our elders
Sugar Hill's seniors are the living memory of our neighborhood. While the Consortium doesn't yet run senior programs of its own, we can point residents and families toward resources available in the broader Aiken area.
- Aiken Area Council on Aging
- Meals on Wheels — find local delivery
- SC Dept. of Public Health — health screenings and clinics
- SC Department on Aging — state senior-services referrals
- SC Housing — home-repair and homeowner assistance
City & State Programs
Government services for Sugar Hill residents
Sugar Hill residents have access to a range of city, county, and state programs. The Consortium can help point you in the right direction — these are the offices we most often refer neighbors to.
- City of Aiken — services, permits, code enforcement, public works · 803-642-7600
- Aiken Department of Public Safety — police and fire (call 911 for emergencies)
- Aiken County Government — property, tax, and county services · 803-642-1500
- SC Housing — homeownership and rental assistance programs
- SC Department of Social Services — SNAP, TANF, and Aiken County office
- SC Dept. of Public Health — clinics and vital records (formerly DHEC)
- SC Department of Employment & Workforce — job services and SC Works centers · 1-866-831-1724
Need help finding the right office for a specific need? Reach out — we're happy to help connect you.
Youth & Family
Opportunities we point families toward
The Consortium does not yet run its own youth programs. In the meantime, these are places Sugar Hill families can look for enrichment, recreation, and support for young people.
- Smith-Hazel Recreation Center
- Aiken County Parks, Recreation & Tourism
- Boys & Girls Club of the Midlands — Aiken-area clubs
- Family Y of Greater Augusta — Aiken County branches
- Church-based youth ministries across Sugar Hill
- Aiken County Public Schools — after-school and summer offerings
Important Community Contacts
Emergency Services
Dial 911 for any police, fire, or medical emergency. For non-emergency matters, contact Aiken Department of Public Safety.
City of Aiken
City Hall at 111 Chesterfield St. S. Call 803-642-7600 or visit cityofaikensc.gov for services, permits, and general information.
Aiken County Library
Books, programs, computer access, and community resources at the Aiken-Bamberg-Barnwell-Edgefield Regional Library.