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Temporary Assistance | South Dakota Department of Social Services

118 W. Main Street, Suite 1, Elk Point, SD 57025

Eligibility

Families with children under age 18 (or under age 19 if the child is in high school) who need financial support because of the death of a parent; a parent is absent from the home; or the physical or mental incapacity or unemployment of a parent. Families with serious financial needs may qualify for TANF monthly payments.

Hours

Call for information
https://dss.sd.gov/economicassistance/tanf.aspx

Interpretation services

Go to https://dss.sd.gov/ and scroll all the way to the bottom to see various languages/translations.

Application process

Call or visit local Department of Social Services Office.

Service area

SD

Other Information

Age Group

Young Adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Description

TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) is a temporary public assistance work program administered by the Department of Social Services in partnership with the Department of Labor and Regulation. It is designed to provide temporary assistance and build economic self-sufficiency for children and families. Eligibility and income guidelines are available by phone or by visiting the website.

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HLC211 Helpline Center

Providing organization

South Dakota Department of Social Services

Offers a wide variety of services to the people of South Dakota including food cost assistance, temporary financial help, heating assistance and weatherization, child care assistance, and more.