South Dakota Department of Social Services

The South Dakota Department of Social Services is a government agency headquartered in Pierre, South Dakota. With a staff of 64 employees, the department is dedicated to improving the lives of South Dakotans by providing comprehensive social services. The department offers a wide range of programs designed to assist individuals and families in need. These services include food cost assistance, temporary financial aid, heating and weatherization assistance, child care support, Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance, child protection and foster care services, child support enforcement, community and correctional behavioral health programs, licensing and accreditation, and inpatient behavioral health care. The South Dakota Department of Social Services emphasizes collaboration with community partners to create cost-effective and comprehensive support systems. The goal is to empower families and individuals to achieve independence and well-being. For more information about the services offered by the South Dakota Department of Social Services, please visit their website at dss.sd.gov.