A 12-step program designed to help relatives and friends of addicts recover from the effects of living with an addicted relative or friend. Nar-Anon's program of recovery uses Nar-Anon's Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions. The only requirement to be a member and attend Nar-Anon meetings is that there is a problem of drugs or addiction in a relative or friend. Nar-Anon is not affiliated with any other organization or outside entity. To find a meeting, visit www.nar-anon.org/find-a-meeting.

​ A science-based, secular alternative to Al-Anon and Johnson Intervention. It uses methods based on the tools of SMART (Self Maintenance and Recovery Training) Recovery and CRAFT (Community Reinforcement and Family Training) to provide resources and support for those who are affected by the addictions of a loved one. Visit website for meeting dates/times/locations at www.smartrecovery.org/local

Dedicated to helping anyone who is struggling with pregnancy, abortion, natural family planning, marriage, child-rearing and life's difficulties. The group is willing to be of assistance emotionally, financially, in prayer, or with practical everyday needs.

Ransom Church believes that healing starts with worshiping the Father together in community. Anyone who needs to be loved on is welcome. Childcare is available during group meetings. Here are just a few areas of support - alcohol use disorder, general addictions/substance use disorder, and marriage and relationship.

Al-Anon Family Groups is a 12-step mutual support group program with member-facilitated meetings for anyone concerned about or affected by someone else's drinking. Although a separate entity, the program is adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous. There are no dues or fees for membership. No referral or appointment are necessary. The program is spiritually based rather than religious. All are welcome regardless of their beliefs or background.

Offers the following groups: Bible Study, Recovery Group, and Family and Friends of Addicts, Alcoholics, and Substance Abusers Group.

NAMI Connection: a support group for adults living with mental illness. There is no cost. No registration necessary. visit www.nami.org/connection for more information about these helpful groups. NAMI Family Support Group: for adults who have a loved one living with mental illness. There is no cost. NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program: an 8-week class for family members of adults living with mental illness. There is no cost. Registration required. information about the program is available at www.nami.org/familytofamily NAMI Basics Class: 6-session class for parents and caregivers of children and adolescents with mental health conditions or symptoms. There is no cost. Registration required. NAMI In Our Own Voice: an interactive presentation by two adults living in recovery with mental illness. There is no cost. NAMI Ending the Silence: an interactive mental health presentation for middle and high school students, school staff, and parents. There is no cost. Crisis Intervention Team Training: NAMI provides assistance and interactive panel presentations for community law enforcement training. Check Facebook page www.facebook.com/namisodak or website for additional programs, times and locations.

NAMI South Dakota offers practical support, useful education and understanding to people who are living and coping with neurobiologically based brain diseases and their family members. In addition, NAMI South Dakota works to increase public awareness and to advocate for increased research and improved services for persons living with serious mental illness. Check Facebook page www.facebook.com/namisodak or website for additional programs, times and locations.

NAMI South Dakota offers practical support, useful education and understanding to people who are living and coping with neurobiologically based brain diseases and their family members. In addition, NAMI South Dakota works to increase public awareness and to advocate for increased research and improved services for persons living with serious mental illness. Check Facebook page www.facebook.com/namisodak or website for additional programs, times and locations.

Al-Anon Family Groups are for the families and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength, and hope in order to solve their common problems. Al-Anon electronic meetings use different online platforms: discussion boards, email, chat, phone and Voice over Internet Provider (VoIP), such as Skype. To find alternative meeting options visit: ​https://al-anon.org/ Each meeting is autonomous in its style, format, and entry procedures and like all Al-Anon meetings, agree to abide by the spirit of the Twelve Traditions.

Ransom Church believes that healing starts with worshiping the Father together in community. Anyone who needs to be loved on is welcome. Childcare is available during group meetings. Here are just a few areas of support - alcohol use disorder, general addictions/substance use disorder, and marriage and relationship.

Provides free counseling for families coping with the stresses associated with imprisonment or reintegration into the family and society.

A 12-step self-help support group for those affected by the compulsive gambling of a loved one. Local area meetings are attended only by those who have this problem. Gam-Anon honors the anonymity of members by not using last names, not speaking about our meetings, and not discussing those who are attending to anyone who is not attending. The International Service Office supports the individual Gam-Anon meetings all over the world. See www.gam-anon.org for a list of meetings. Local meetings may not always be available, but virtual meetings are an option.

NAMI South Dakota offers practical support, useful education and understanding to people who are living and coping with neurobiologically based brain diseases and their family members. In addition, NAMI South Dakota works to increase public awareness and to advocate for increased research and improved services for persons living with serious mental illness. Check Facebook page www.facebook.com/namisodak or website for additional programs, times and locations.

​Resource Guide: Supporting your Loved One with a Substance Use Disorder. This publication was developed by the Helpline Center in partnership with the South Dakota Department of Social Services. For more information, call the Resource Hotline for 24/7 support at 800-920-4343. To request a print copy, please complete this Request Form. For more information, visit AvoidOpioidSD.com or Text 'opioid' to 898211.

Provides one-on-one support for loved ones (friends and family) of those struggling with addiction. Loved ones can engage in coaching regardless of where the person in their life is on the addiction journey (actively using, in treatment, or anywhere in between). Coaching sessions focus on helping loved ones understand addiction, reduce conflict, improve communication, strengthen well-being, establish healthy boundaries and motivate others towards change.

NAMI South Dakota offers practical support, useful education and understanding to people who are living and coping with neurobiologically based brain diseases and their family members. In addition, NAMI South Dakota works to increase public awareness and to advocate for increased research and improved services for persons living with serious mental illness. Check Facebook page www.facebook.com/namisodak or website for additional programs, times and locations.

NAMI South Dakota offers practical support, useful education and understanding to people who are living and coping with neurobiologically based brain diseases and their family members. In addition, NAMI South Dakota works to increase public awareness and to advocate for increased research and improved services for persons living with serious mental illness. Check Facebook page www.facebook.com/namisodak or website for additional programs, times and locations.

Children's Connection, a United Way Agency, works with the Sioux Falls School District to provide group counseling services to children with an incarcerated loved one. Family Connection, through the Children's Connection program, is working to break the generational cycle of incarceration. The program will involve group counseling and other appropriate services with an emphasis on providing support, education and other positive coping skills. The goal is to provide a safe place for children to talk and know they are not alone.

NAMI South Dakota offers practical support, useful education and understanding to people who are living and coping with neurobiologically based brain diseases and their family members. In addition, NAMI South Dakota works to increase public awareness and to advocate for increased research and improved services for persons living with serious mental illness. Check Facebook page www.facebook.com/namisodak or website for additional programs, times and locations.

Working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families wanting to overcome trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, other mental illnesses, relationship issues, marriage counseling, grief, family issues/dynamics, women's issues, domestic violence concerns, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and other life challenges. Multiple support groups are always available (ie. After Divorce/Your Relationship Ends Support Group). Offering faith-based therapy and online counseling services when requested. As well as life coaching and advocacy services. Specializes in providing counseling for clergy and families working in ministry, as well as helping professionals in the human services and medical field. Offers telehealth counseling through software called Google Meet to individuals in South Dakota. Preference is to do in-person intake, but can do intake online if in-person is not an option.

Alateen is a 12-step program which provides support, understanding and encouragement to friends and relatives whose life has been affected by someone's alcoholism. This program is for people aged 11-18 years. For a list of Alateen meetings in South Dakota, visit: https://al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/find-an-al-anon-meeting/ Electronic meetings are offered. To find an online group, visit: https://al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/electronic-meetings/

Support group of parents helping parents. Meets every week to offer education and support, at no cost, for parents who are dealing with a son or daughter battling addiction. Those who are unable to attend in person, can register for a Telephone PAL meeting at https://palgroup.org/pal-telephone-meetings/

Variety of groups available: - Divorce (or After Relationship) Group Support group for adults going through the pain experienced at the end of a relationship (divorce, separation, break up). Support group is led by a licensed professional counselor. Babysitting during support group (must call ahead to register). Lasts for 12 weeks and 10 persons maximum allowed in group. Co-Dependency No More Support Group Co-Dependency No More for Clergy Support Group Loss Support Group (for those coping with significant losses in life) Infertility, Miscarriage, and Infant Loss Support Group Children's After Divorce Support Group Teen's After Divorce Support Group Emotional Wellness Support Group Discovering Self Through Art Support Group

Support Services include: - Recovery Support Meeting (Online): Assists clients in recovery maintenance. Recovery Support services includes formal aftercare programs, wellbriety and traditional pathways, and talking circles. There are no requirements to participate. Online Meetings: 2:00pm, every Wednesday and Thursday Join the meeting in 2 steps: Step 1: go to www.zoom.us and Step 2: Meeting ID (883-9859-6211) No passcode - Family Support Meeting (Online) Support for family members who struggle with a friend or relative with a substance use addiction. Online meeting every Monday at 2:00pm - Recovery Support Meeting (Online) Individuals at all stages of recovery are welcome. There are no requirements to participate. Online meeting every Wednesday and Thursday at 2pm - Parenting (Online) Online Meeting: Thursday at 2:00pm Join the meeting in 2 steps: Step 1: Go to www.zoom.us Step 2: Meeting ID (856-8255-7067) Passcode (227449)