Outreach Support (for older adults) Program | Helpline Center

3817 S. Elmwood Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57105

Eligibility

Individuals 60 years and older who are isolated and/or homebound and have minimal support from family/friends.

Hours

Call Center: 24 hours a day / 7 days a week 8:00am - 5:00pm (CT), Monday - Friday

Application process

Dial 2-1-1 or complete intake form

Service area

Lincoln County, SD
Mccook County, SD
Minnehaha County, SD
Turner County, SD

Other Information

Age Group

Older Adults (65+)
Adults (25-64)

Payment Options

Free

Description

Provides emotional support and resource connection for older adults through weekly phone calls. Program participants receive the following: weekly scheduled phone calls for 6 weeks transitioning to monthly (total length of the program is 6 months); information on additional community resources available to them; and assistance in developing additional support systems. For clients who are not currently enrolled in the program but are wanting to be, please complete the Outreach Support Intake Form on the linked website.

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HLC211 Helpline Center

Providing organization

Helpline Center

The Helpline Center answers the 2-1-1 information and referral line and 9-8-8 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for the state of South Dakota. There are also other support services available.