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Providing information, guidance and support to those who are interested in joining the Marine Corps.

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.

A public health nutrition program for income-eligible infants and children up to age 5, pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women. WIC provides nutrition education to help make healthy eating choices, breastfeeding education for expectant and new mothers looking to learn more about their infant nutrition options, referrals to connect families with quality medical care and other community services, and food benefits to help families purchase nutritious groceries at participating businesses statewide.

The Court Services Officers design and supervise juvenile diversion program services, conduct adult and juvenile, pre-sentence investigations and prepare related written reports and recommendations, provide probation services to adult and juvenile, probationers and their families, plan and collect offender-paid victim restitution, and develop and supervise offender community service programs, providing public education programs, and manage community-based service activities for juvenile and adult offenders and their families.

Children's Advocacy Center services, providing a medical evaluation for children, including a child forensic interview and comprehensive head-to-toe physical examination. Avera St. Mary's Central South Dakota Child Assessment Center's mission is to provide a strong multidisciplinary, cooperative team approach in order to better serve children who are victims of child abuse. Services are provided regardless of ability to pay.

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.

A multi-disciplinary approach to address the issues of suicide prevention in the Sioux Empire Area. Members include professionals from Avera Behavioral Health, Sioux Falls Police Department, Southeastern Behavioral Health, Veterans Hospital, Minnehaha County Sheriff Department, Moms Demand Action, Solace, University of Sioux Falls, Sanford Health, AFSP, Lost & Found, The Link, South Dakota Urban Indian Health, Helpline Center and Empire Mental Health. The task force works together to develop and implement initiatives to raise awareness about suicide and mental health through prevention, intervention and education strategies for preventing suicide.

The Helpline Center's Volunteer Connections Program serves as the Volunteer Center for the Sioux Falls and Black Hills area by providing the critical link between those who want to volunteer and the agencies that need them. The online volunteer database, https://volunteer.helplinecenter.org/, has hundreds of volunteer opportunities listed for area nonprofits. Call 211 or fill out the Volunteer Updates Form for volunteer options that match your interests and the time you have to give. Volunteering is a wonderful way to meet new friends, help others and make a difference in your community.

Counseling services offered are individual counseling, couples counseling, family counseling, youth counseling, marriage counseling, parent counseling, divorce counseling, spouse/intimate partner abuse counseling, child abuse counseling, grief/bereavement counseling, child abuse counseling, child abuse survivor counseling for adults, terminal illness counseling, telemental health, and mental health screening. Other areas of expertise are trauma informed therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), custody evaluations, and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).

Helps patients access over 1,500 brand-name medications through manufacturer patient assistance programs. Works with doctors and drug companies to coordinate enrollment.

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.

Off-Leash dog parks rules for usage are posted at each site. Each site has a picnic table, trash receptacle, and plastic bag dispenser for owners to use to pick up after the pets. City Dog Parks include: Lien Park, Spencer Park, Family Park, Kirby Dog Park, Hayward Park, and Pawsible Dog Park at Jacobson Plaza.

Co-Dependents Anonymous is a fellowship of people whose common purpose is to develop healthy relationships. The only requirement for membership is a desire for healthy and loving relationships. CoDA uses the 12-Step and 12-Traditions as the principles and guides to develop honest and healthy relationships. In-person, Online and phone meetings are available to all. Dates, times and locations change frequently. Please visit website for up-to-date information.

The South Dakota Rehabilitation Center for the Blind helps individuals who are blind or have low vision build the skills they need to live independently and confidently. Trained staff provide personalized instruction designed to support safety, self-reliance, and meaningful participation in daily life. Services include: Computer Training: Instruction in using computers with assistive technology, such as screen readers, magnification, and Braille displays, to improve digital skills and access to information. Orientation and Mobility: Training in safe and effective travel skills, including techniques for navigating environments with or without a white cane. Communication Skills: Lessons in Braille and other communication methods to support reading, writing, and information access. Home Management: Teaching essential daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, and organizing household tasks. Manual/Creative Arts: Hands-on instruction in the safe use of hand and power tools to build practical skills and self-confidence. Low Vision Services: Access to low-vision evaluations and adaptive devices that support reading, writing, and daily tasks.

Services include issuing marriage licenses, land records from the late 1800's to present, vital records including birth, death, and marriage, and recording of all documents pertaining to real estate such as: plats, deeds, mortgages, and contracts. This office also issues drivers licenses. Information on Applying for a Driver's License: Only accepts driver license applications/documents for licensing, then issues a paper permit (cards are printed in Pierre then mailed to the applicant weeks later). Cannot process new CDL applicants or non-citizens. Now available in Spanish: driver license application, study manuals and written test. Driving part of the test is still given via English as the spoken language.

The Equalization Office assesses all properties in the county for taxation purposes, issues building permits in the county and small towns, and is the planning and zoning office for the county.

Provides residential living services including 3 meals a day, laundry services, and light housekeeping.

A 24-hour crisis hotline and emergency shelter providing: assistance and or 'emergency temporary' shelter to victims of dating & domestic violence, human trafficking, sexual assault and stalking. Services offered include crisis intervention, 24 hour crisis hotline, assistance in obtaining and filing Protection and Stalking orders, assistance with rape response calls, referral services to other helping agencies in the community, Weekly Support Group, and Outreach and Education Prevention. Limited financial assistance available. All services are free and confidential.

Investigates child abuse and neglect cases by working with the State's Attorney, law enforcement, and community resources to determine extent of alleged child abuse or neglect. Other services include adoptions, licensing of foster homes, assessment services, case management, and intensive family services. To report abuse or neglect, during regular business hours dial 877-244-0864. After business hours, contact local law enforcement.

Providing culturally relevant home-based support for American Indian families, including expecting moms, fathers, infants, and young children ages 3 - 5. The program includes home visits using evidence-based cultural lessons, helping families set goals to meet their needs, and providing screenings for parents and children.

A community center that serves the residents of Hill City and surrounding area that hosts a wide variety of classes. They include recreational programs & classes, presentations/guest speakers, and community, corporate, and private events.

Provides worship services and Sunday school.

Provides services for individual, couples, children, and family counseling as well as anger evaluations, and anger management. Committed to helping people who are experiencing emotional, psychological, personal, or family problems to increase hope and fulfill their treatment goals for a better life.

The Chamber plays a role in helping make the community a better place to live. A group of local businesses and residents meet throughout the year to demonstrate commitment to building and maintaining a prosperous community, for those who live there, and for those who may visit or pass through Clear Lake. The goal of the CLCC is to promote and advance the economic, social and moral interest of its businesses and community through strong leadership, networking, education and hard work by its members and other vested community residents. ​

Protects public health, safety and welfare by ensuring construction meets codes and standards. Department reviews plans, issues permits and conducts inspections for new and existing buildings, additions/alterations, and electrical, plumbing and HVAC work. Building Services also issues contractors licenses.