An all volunteer organization which enables all families and other associated with an autistic, Aspergers' or Pervasive Development Disorder to have access to support groups, meetings, and additional information and resources. Affiliate of the Autism Society of America. Services include Support group meetings, Summer sports camp, Referral services, Email support, and Life skills support.

Shares information about dyslexia and offers specialized reading and spelling lessons for children and adults, in-person or remote. Also, Training for Parents provides parents (within a 60-minute radius of Rapid City) with a monthly membership, which gains access to articles, books, and DVDs on the topic of dyslexia, training in the Barton Reading and Spelling System, and materials needed to tutor their own children in reading and spelling.

Variety of groups available: - Divorce (or After Relationship) Group Support group for adults going through the pain experienced at the end of a relationship (divorce, separation, break up). Support group is led by a licensed professional counselor. Babysitting during support group (must call ahead to register). Lasts for 12 weeks and 10 persons maximum allowed in group - Healthy Relationships Co-Dependency No More Support Group Co-Dependency No More for Clergy Support Group Loss Support Group/Grief Group (for those coping with significant losses in life) Infant loss, miscarriage, and infertility support group Children's After Divorce Support Group Teen's After Divorce Support Group Emotional Wellness Support Group Discovering Self Through Art Support Group DBT skills group Social skills group (kids)

NAMI Homefront is a free, 6-session class for family members of service members or veterans with mental health conditions. Offered online only.

Serving families of children with disabilities and special health needs for 40 years; services include individual assistance, connection to programs at the local, state and national level, and helps parents and schools navigate the special education process. Staff also deliver workshops in-person for groups upon request. Willing to work with parents and professionals to develop and deliver training based on the needs of the group. Workshops/presentations are delivered at no cost to parents. A nominal fee structure is in place for delivery to professional groups.

Serving families of children with disabilities and special health needs for 40 years; services include individual assistance, connection to programs at the local, state and national level, and helps parents and schools navigate the special education process. Staff also deliver workshops in-person for groups upon request. Willing to work with parents and professionals to develop and deliver training based on the needs of the group. Workshops/presentations are delivered at no cost to parents. A nominal fee structure is in place for delivery to professional groups.

Provides support and resources for those experiencing pregnancy, pregnancy loss, and postpartum depression.

Early Intervention Program that serves children from birth - 36 months with developmental delays or disabilities and their families. To schedule a developmental screen, contact the local service coordinator.

Dedicated to helping anyone who is struggling with pregnancy, abortion, natural family planning, marriage, child-rearing and life's difficulties. The group is willing to be of assistance emotionally, financially, in prayer, or with practical everyday needs.

Provides information about Down Syndrome, direction to resources, and networking opportunities. For a schedule of meetings and family fun events, visit www.newdirectionsdsa.com

Group sessions are available at different times throughout the year. Some of the group sessions offered include: - Corrective Thinking: For youth ages 13 - 18 to help members identify: The five basic thinking errors and deterrents to thinking errors The four characteristics that are essential for change The impact of behaviors on family, friends, and the community - Couples Workshops: For couples who wish to enhance their relationship, whether or not they are having difficulties. Workshops offer: Skill and idea description and demonstration Opportunity for couples to practice skills privately Participants have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss their experiences if they would like - Introduction to Mindfulness: What happens in your life depends on your mind - Social Skills Group: For 10-15 year olds struggling with social skills or fitting in. Understanding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: For children ages 5 - 11 and their birth, foster, or adoptive parents. While the parents or parenting team is involved in education, supportive discussion and training, the children will gather in a separate group to work on developmental and behavioral issues. - Mental Health First Aid Trainings: Offered periodically. Participants are taught to assess for risk of suicide or harm; listen non-judgmentally; give reassurance and information; encourage appropriate professional help; and encourage self-help and other support strategies. - Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainings: Offered periodically. Participants are taught to assess for risk of suicide or harm; listen non-judgmentally; give reassurance and information; encourage appropriate professional help; and encourage self-help and other support strategies. All within the context of helping the youth population.

Offering support, education, advocacy and resources for transgender/gender-diverse youth, their parents, and transgender/gender-diverse young adults up through age 35. Community Health Worker helps to advocate for the gender-diverse community. Services are available online and in-person.

Crisis intervention, assessments, counseling, and case management services that help young people and their families overcome challenges and pave the way for an improved quality of life. Provides support to individuals suffering from mental health issues, alcohol and drug abuse, child abuse and neglect, domestic violence, and crime victimization. Support is also provided to individuals struggling with personality development and relationship issues. Therapists specialize in: - Individual, family, and group therapy - Play, art, and sand therapy - Marriage and relationship counseling - Treatment for depression, anxiety, and behavior issues - Trauma - Stress and anger management - Chemical dependency treatment and prevention - Level 1 alcohol and drug evaluation and treatment - Suicide crisis intervention - Treatment for youth with problematic sexual behaviors Additional Services - Parenting classes - Mind-Body workshops - Domestic violence program - Mental health consultations and trainings - Equine Assisted Therapy Group - Mental Health Evaluations - Child abuse survivor program Telehealth sessions available. Prefer first session in person. Classes and Workshops are conducted through Family Support and Advocacy Services Department.

Serving families of children with disabilities and special health needs for 40 years; services include individual assistance, connection to programs at the local, state and national level, and helps parents and schools navigate the special education process. Staff also deliver workshops in-person for groups upon request. Willing to work with parents and professionals to develop and deliver training based on the needs of the group. Workshops/presentations are delivered at no cost to parents. A nominal fee structure is in place for delivery to professional groups.

Focuses on empowering people with disabilities to live, work, and participate fully in their communities. Provides training, technical assistance, education, research, and services to promote best practices and build statewide and local community capacity. The team builds meaningful relationships with individuals with disabilities, their families, and the people they interact and work with on a day-to-day basis. Advocates for increased self-determination, independence, productivity, and a healthy and satisfying quality of life for self-advocates and the community at large. Programs and services include: Evaluation Clinics (Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinic, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Clinic, LEND Developmental Clinic, and Transition in Action Clinic), Autism Spectrum Disorder program, Birth to Three Program, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Program, LEND Program, RISE-UP Program, and Oyate Circle Program.

A way to meet new families and learn about juvenile arthritis, meetings offer a featured speaker presentation, and a networking opportunity with others who have a child with juvenile arthritis.

Early Intervention Program that serves children from birth - 36 months with developmental delays or disabilities and their families. To schedule a developmental screen, contact the local service coordinator.

Uniting people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) with families, friends, and allies. Committed to advancing equality through its mission of support, education, and advocacy.