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A website operated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, provides information about Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) for families seeking health insurance coverage for children and teens, and for families needing help locating a dentist. To find a dentist that accepts Medicaid, visit Find a Dentist on the website and filter the search by state, benefit plan, your zip code and whether or not they are accepting new patients.

Criminal cases - Individuals do not file criminal charges in U.S. district courts. A criminal case is started by the government, usually through the U.S. attorney's office in coordination with a law enforcement agency. Civil cases - A civil action starts with the filing of a complaint. People who start civil action in a district court are required by law to pay a filing fee, unless they file also file an application claiming they can't pay the fee (also called "in forma pauperis"). U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services - Holds offenders accountable for their criminal actions, facilitates victim reparation, and requires compliance with court mandates.

The US Attorney Office prosecutes federal crimes and defends or represents the United States in civil cases.

IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) offer personal, face-to-face help for tax issues that cannot be handled online or by phone. All TACs operate by appointment only. When calling to schedule an appointment, customer service representatives are available 7:00am - 7:00pm, Monday - Friday. Before scheduling an appointment, please visit the website for a list of services offered at your chosen location. For in-person meetings, plan to bring along a current government issued photo ID, a Taxpayer Identification Number, such as a Social Security number, and all necessary tax documents. Offices do not accept cash as payment for tax bills. Many of the services offered at Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) are available online 24/7 and are continually updated with the latest information, useful tools, and other services to solve tax issues. Nearly every tax issue can now be resolved online or by phone from the convenience of your home or office.

The tribal office serves as the center of government, services and community support for the members of the Lower Brule Sioux Tribe.

Providing frequent, reliable, safe and secure delivery of mail, packages and other communications to all Americans. The U.S. Postal Service also operates and staffs local post offices for community mailing needs and support for other government services, including passport applications at some locations. Find other offices and services by visiting the website and checking specific Zip codes in the Quick Tools "Find USPS Locations" guide.

VA is committed to ending Veteran homelessness. No one who has served our country should ever go without a safe, stable place to call home. The HUD-VASH program exists to assist veteran's with establishing and maintaining housing. Intensive case management is provided to the veteran.

The Bureau of Indian Affairs Pine Ridge Agency is located in Pine Ridge, South Dakota and provides services to the Oglala Sioux Tribe. Services include Real Estate Services (Leasing, Rights-of-Ways, and Acquisition & Disposition), fire management, social services, land operations, probate & estate services, facilities management, executive direction and administrative services.

United States Senator for South Dakota, serving since 2005.

Veterans Stand Down event provides education and information about Veteran services and benefits to Veterans and their families in the West River region. The event also includes haircuts, clothing, hygiene products, employment services, legal assistance, housing referrals, eye screening/reading glasses, readjustment counseling. A free meal is served at all locations.

The mission of DEA's Diversion Control Division is to prevent, detect, and investigate the diversion of controlled pharmaceuticals and listed chemicals from legitimate sources while ensuring an adequate and uninterrupted supply for legitimate medical, commercial, and scientific needs. Services include providing and monitoring Controlled Substance Public Disposal Locations. Visit the website to search for closest drop off location.

Assists low-income individuals or families with loans or grants to purchase new housing, repair current housing (ex: roof repair, plumbing, electrical, heating, etc.), and housing loans and grants for farm laborers.

The purpose of the Transition Assistance Advisor (TAA) program is to provide a professional to serve as the statewide point of contact to assist Service Members and Veterans in accessing Department of Veterans Affairs' health care services and benefits. Each TAA also provides assistance in obtaining entitlements through the Military Health System and access to community resources. The Transition Assistance Advisor (TAA): Provides information and assistance to Service members and their families to help them understand and access state and federal benefits as well as services through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Veterans Business Administration (VBA), Military Health System, and the Department of Labor. Coordinates with VA, TRICARE, Veteran Service Organizations, and other federal, state, and community resources to provide important information and help with obtaining services to meet your needs during the post-deployment period. Participates in the mobilization and demobilization process to brief and advise members and their families about available VA entitlements and available resources in their communities. Coordinates activities for the Post-Deployment Health Reassessment event (a screening evaluation for any lingering physical and mental health conditions Service members may experience at 3-6 months post-deployment). Researches and resolve issues associated with entitlements when problems arise. Advises the Joint Forces Headquarters and coordinate with Family Support Specialists, Employer Support Group to assist with access to entitlements available through Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Labor, and other veterans' entitlement and benefit programs.

The Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator, is a source of information related to substance abuse disorders, addiction and/or mental health services for persons seeking treatment facilities (outside of South Dakota) in the United States or U.S. Territories.

United States Senator, serving since January 2015.

Offers primary care, mental health care, treatment for post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and suicide prevention. Also offers transitional and supportive housing for veterans experiencing homelessness. Gun safety locks are available through the Suicide Prevention Coordinator.

The Social Security Administration distributes the nation's basic method of insuring a continuing income to a person or family when earnings stop or are reduced because of retirement, disability or death. In-person assistance is available at local offices. Online service through the Social Security portal include applying for benefits and checking an application's status. The main Social Security payment types are: Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - pays benefits/monthly checks to qualifying individuals based on financial need. To qualify you must be at least 65, blind or disabled. Low income and resource limits also apply. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) - pays benefits to people meeting certain medical requirements for disability payments, if you are insured, meaning that you worked long enough and paid Social Security taxes.​ A Disability Determination Services (DDSs) field office is responsible for verifying non-medical eligibility requirements, which may include age, employment, marital status, or Social Security coverage information. The field office then sends the case to a DDS for evaluation of disability The Social Security office may have a list of approved organizational payees.

Farm Service Agency (FSA) handles many federal farm programs and makes agricultural and commodity loans. FSA provides financial assistance to producers who have suffered from natural disasters. Disaster assistance is available for a wide variety of disaster event, including but not limited to flooding, winter storms, drought, tornado, fire and other natural disasters that have adversely impacted producers. FSA disaster assistance encompasses livestock death losses, damaged or destroyed feed supplies, crop production losses, loss of grazing land, farmland rehabilitation, restoring water supplies, emergency loans and other disaster aid. Below are a few programs to consider: LFP (Livestock Forage Disaster)

• NAP (Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance):

https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-Public/usdafiles/FactSheets/noninsured_crop_disaster_assistance_program-nap-fact_sheet.pdf

• LIP (2020) Livestock Indemnity Program
• ELAP (2020) Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees and Farm-Raised Fish Program

Please reach out to local county FSA office for more information on other programs offered through FSA.

The Black Hills, in western South Dakota and northeastern Wyoming, consists of 1.2 million acres of forested hills and mountains, approximately 110 miles long and 70 miles wide. The Forest is a multiple-use Forest with activities ranging from timber production, grazing, to hiking, camping, mountain biking, horseback riding, rock climbing, mining, wildlife viewing, and many others. Christmas tree permits are sold at all offices.

The FBI works around the globe to combat the most dangerous criminal and security threats facing the country including National Security Priorities such as protecting the United States from terrorist attacks, foreign intelligence operations and espionage and cyber-based attacks and high-technology crimes. Other priorities are to combat public corruption at all levels, protect civil rights, combat transnational/national criminal organizations and enterprises, combat major white-collar crime and significant violent crime. Visit the website to learn how to report internet crimes or to submit a tip, report threats and crimes. If someone is imminent danger, call 911 or local police immediately.

A South Dakota Public Housing Authority providing information about low-rent options in the area.

Provides information regarding Americans with Disabilities Act, including complaint forms, regulations, publications, general and technical information, ADA materials, and Ask about filing a complaint.

The US Dept. of Veterans Affairs Medical Center accepts the following items: Gift Cards (gas, grocery, restaurant, movie theater, bowling, etc.) Kitchen and bathroom cleaning supplies Hygiene (body wash, deodorant, toothbrush/toothpaste, hairbrush/hair comb, etc.) **alcohol free products only** Underwear (S - 5XL) (must be new) Sweatpants, Sweatshirts, Short-Sleeve and Long-Sleeve Shirts (all sizes-Men and Women must be new) Socks Shoes (athletic or slip-on, to include wide) Winter Coats, scarves, hats, and gloves (full size run and durable long lasting) All items must be new in original packages. Due to infection control, we cannot accept used items of any kind. Contact them for current items to donate. **Drop off items at the main entrance.

Offers more than 200 miles of mapped and surveyed passages, guided cave tours provide opportunities for viewing this underground wilderness. *Tours are offered year-round; however, the off-season has limited tour times and facility hours. *Advanced reservations are available through recreation.gov. *For more information about guided cave tours, facility hours, surface trails and picnic areas, interested visitors should call the monument at (605) 673-8300 and speak with a park ranger.

For food safety questions, call or email the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline.