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The County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO) assists veterans, dependents, and survivors by providing information, assistance, counseling, and referrals on a wide range of subjects, benefits, and veteran programs. CVSO's are trained to provide information on the following topics: Transportation assistance to VA Appointments, Offers complete claims service and explanation of VA procedures, Provides follow-up service once a decision has been made, GI loans, Compensation and pension, Survivors benefits, Education benefits, On-the-job and apprenticeship training, State benefits, Social Security benefits, Employment and unemployment, Small business development information, Corrections of military records, Review of discharges, Medical and dental treatment, Hospitalization or outpatient treatment, Nursing home care, Residency at the State Veterans' Home, Rehabilitation, Information and payment assistance for alcoholism and drug dependency treatment, Burial benefits, Obtaining flags, and Information on community programs. Veterans are encouraged to register their discharge information (DD Form 214, Report of Separation) with the County Registrar of Deeds Office.

Provides family guidance and coaching, in-service programs, and community education courses to help individuals learn how to care for people with dementia. Also provided are life enrichment activities for people with dementia and a hospice chaplain on-site.

The Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe or Cheyenne River Lakota Nation (Oyate), members include representatives from four of the traditional seven bands of the Lakota, also known as Teton Sioux: the Minnecoujou, Two Kettle (Oohenunpa), Sans Arc (Itazipco) and Blackfoot (Sihásapa).

Programs include the following: Energy Conservation - South Dakota Building Science Training Center provides energy conservation information to the community. Information & Referral - Available to help point people to programs who could help (i.e.. CHIP, TANF, etc.). Low Income Organizing - Community Action Teams are volunteers organizing people to help themselves and others in the community. Prisoner Support Group - Activities are held for family support and monthly South Dakota Prison events. Youth Recreation - Swim passes and scholarships for camps, or other youth recreation activities. Available activity depends on site location. Children must be income eligible.

Confidential, 24/7 crisis intervention for runaway and homeless youth and their families via phone, text, chat, email, and bulletin board. Referrals, conference calling with a parent upon youth's request, conflict mediation, and information hotline. Free bus tickets home to family or shelter for qualified youth ages 12-21.

Provides services designed to prevent domestic violence and sexual assault and support survivors. Services include advocacy, a crisis helpline, referrals, assistance filing protection orders and temporary protection orders, group support, transportation, and case management.

Veterans Stand Down event provides education and information about Veteran services and benefits to Veterans and their families in the West River region. The event also includes haircuts, clothing, hygiene products, employment services, legal assistance, housing referrals, eye screening/reading glasses, readjustment counseling. A free meal is served at all locations.

The South Dakota Treatment Hotline provides information on substance use treatment options available throughout the state. It includes listings of facilities offering detoxification, inpatient, outpatient, and medication-assisted treatment services, along with resources for co-occuring mental health conditions. The program is intended to help individuals and families identify and compare treatment providers based on location, services offered, and level of care.

Provides support, information, and referrals for people living with epilepsy, including possible resources to help with medication costs, support groups, find-an-epilepsy-specialist, help finding a seizure safety or detection device and information about services and programs serving the epilepsy community.

Offers Medication for Addiction Treatment services for individuals with a history of Opioid, Stimulant, and Alcohol use. Our trained providers use person-centered, evidence-based and compassionate care. Medication for Addiction Treatment is the use of FDA-approved medications in combination with counseling and other therapies to provide a whole-patient approach to treatment for substance use disorders (SUD). Frequently Asked Questions: Do I need to stop using before I schedule? NO Do I need insurance? NO Do I need a referral? NO Can I just walk in? NO Is there help to pay for meds? YES Is perfection expected? NO

The Adolescent Crisis Care Center provides immediate, short-term care for middle and high school youth who are experiencing a crisis or may be considering suicide. Services provided are mental health screenings/assessments, observation, de-escalation/stabilization, and referrals to appropriate services. Also has Community Health Workers that will provide case management services.

Acts as an advocate and provides assistance to military veterans and their dependents in determining eligibility and applying for various federal and state benefits, such as service-connected compensation, non-service connected pension, outpatient and hospital medical treatment, guaranteed home loan certificates, education and on-the-job training benefits, burial benefits, survivor benefits, referral information, as well as many others.

Programs include the following: Energy Conservation - South Dakota Building Science Training Center provides energy conservation information to the community. Information & Referral - Available to help point people to programs who could help (i.e.. CHIP, TANF, etc.). Low Income Organizing - Community Action Teams are volunteers organizing people to help themselves and others in the community. Prisoner Support Group - Activities are held for family support and monthly South Dakota Prison events. Youth Recreation - Swim passes and scholarships for camps, or other youth recreation activities. Available activity depends on site location. Children must be income eligible.

Outpatient mental health counseling center providing 100% free services to eligible Veterans, active duty service members, and their families. Part of the US Department of Veterans Affairs but separate from the VA Medical Centers, with separate and confidential medical records. Offering individual, group, and couples counseling both in Rapid City and at a number of Community Access Points in the Black Hills. Also, a referral service and can point Veterans in the right direction for any information they may need in terms of accessing benefits, enrolling in VA health care, etc. Specialty is helping Veterans readjust successfully into civilian life, and provides counseling for a wide range of problems, from mental health issues like PTSD, depression, and anxiety to life stressor issues such as work-related or relationship difficulties. Provides free bereavement counseling for loved ones of service members who died while on active duty or Veterans who died by suicide.

Veterans Stand Down event provides education and information about Veteran services and benefits to Veterans and their families in the West River region. The event also includes haircuts, clothing, hygiene products, employment services, legal assistance, housing referrals, eye screening/reading glasses, readjustment counseling. A free meal is served at all locations.

Provides the following - individual and group counseling, crisis intervention services, and referral resources in the local community.

Providing 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, telephone and online support for military members and their families, including family information and referral, situational assistance, tax preparation and filing service, and links to military and community resources. Services include relationship counseling, non-medical counseling for stress relief, financial counseling, document translation, spouse scholarships, education and career benefits, child care options, PCS moves, and MSEP Job Search Navigator to assist military spouses find employment.

The Crow Creek Sioux Tribal Council consists of a Tribal Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary, and Treasurer. Regular meetings are held once a month. All are welcome to attend.

Considers requests for medical and funeral assistance. Other requests for financial assistance are considered on a case by case basis.

Offers Medication for Addiction Treatment services for individuals with a history of Opioid, Stimulant, and Alcohol use. Our trained providers use person-centered, evidence-based and compassionate care. Medication for Addiction Treatment is the use of FDA-approved medications in combination with counseling and other therapies to provide a whole-patient approach to treatment for substance use disorders (SUD). Frequently Asked Questions: Do I need to stop using before I schedule? NO Do I need insurance? NO Do I need a referral? NO Can I just walk in? NO Is there help to pay for meds? YES Is perfection expected? NO

Providing education, awareness, assistance, and shelter safety for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and human trafficking. Services include shelter, food and gas vouchers, transit tickets, diapers, support groups, accompany to hospitals and court hearings, assistance with completing Crime Victim Assistance Applications and safety plans, and referrals to other support services.

WAVI works to create a community free of domestic violence and sexual assault through advocacy, education, and support services. Services provided include emergency room response, court advocacy, assistance filing protection orders, assistance filing crime victim compensation, emotional support, temporary emergency shelter, comprehensive case management, supportive services, and information and referral.

The WVCC staff is trained to provide women Veterans, their families, and caregivers about information VA services and resources. The call is free, and you can call as often as you like until you have the answers to your questions. Online chat available by visiting the website below and clicking the Chat with the Women Veterans Call Center icon.

Volunteers of America hosts a Veteran Outreach Center Monday through Friday, where Veterans and their families can access immediate resources including: laundry room and necessary supplies. shower facilities and personal care supplies, computer resource center, community day room with coffee and snacks, and access to copier and mail center.

The facility is centrally located in the downtown area of Sioux Falls and within walking distance of other community resources. Veterans Services offers laundry facility, showers, bathrooms, computer access for job searches and resume preparation, VA services, addiction meetings, HUD VASH meetings, and snacks.