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.

A state agency that helps individuals with disabilities to gain and maintain compatible employment in an area of their choice. Some of the available services include vocational counseling and guidance, vocational assessments, training opportunities, on-the-job training, work site accommodations, and job placement services. Services and programs include Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Independent Living services, Telecommunications Adaptive Devices (TAD), Deaf Services, and Assistive Daily Living Services (ADLS). The Mitchell office only provides Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Voc. Rehab Counselors can make referrals to the above services and programs if clients reside in the Mitchell area.

The Victim-Witness Assistance program explains court procedures and terminology, explains and assists with Victim Impact statements, offers to accompany to court proceedings, keeps victims up-to-date on status of case, offer referrals to agencies, help prepare victims to testify for court or grand jury, distribute victims' compensation applications, and works as the link between victims and prosecutors.

Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) is a supplemental food program that enables eligible households to obtain a more nutritious diet. Eligibility is determined by income, resources, and household size. Lost, stolen, or damaged EBT (SNAP) cards must call customer service to report the loss of your card. You will need to enter the card number. If you do not have the card, stay on the line for a second prompt and press 2. Reporting an EBT card as lost, stolen, or damaged will result in that card being declined.

The South Dakota Driver's License Program is responsible for individuals that are applying for a South Dakota Driver's License or Identification Card. - What documents do I need? Visit https://dps.sd.gov/driver-licensing/required-documents for a list of the needed / appropriate documents. - For driver tests, duplicates, and renewals, you must either call (605) 773-6883 between 8:00am - 5:00pm to schedule an appointment or schedule online at www.dps.sd.gov. Driver tests must be scheduled, at least two weeks before the desired test date. - Driver Education: Is offered across South Dakota by various local entities and schools. If you are interested in learning about programs in your area, email or call (605) 431-6520 to speak with Christopher Grant, the SD State Driver Education Coordinator. - Driving Manuals: Are available at https://dps.sd.gov/driver-licensing/south-dakota-licensing-information/driving-manuals. 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.

Assesses the emergency situation and then dispatches appropriate responding agencies including; police, sheriff, fire, ambulance services, and / or highway patrol.

The Court Services Officers design and supervise juvenile diversion program services, conduct adult and juvenile, misdemeanant and felony pre-sentence investigations and prepare related written reports and recommendations, provide probation services to adult and juvenile, misdemeanant and felony 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 adult and juvenile, misdemeanor and felony offenders and their families.

Provides Public Health Nursing and Maternal Child Healthcare Services through various programs. General public health services include professional nursing and nutrition information and guidance on health, safety, and nutrition for individuals, families, and communities. Services such as influenza vaccinations and screenings for blood pressure, hearing, vision, and hemoglobin are available at a fee. Maternal Child Healthcare provides Infant Sleep Safety services, immunizations, and pregnancy support services. Infant Sleep Safety services provide education on infant safe sleep practices and link families to resources when the purchase of a crib is a financial hardship. ​Immunizations services are available for children from birth through age 18 for all universally recommended vaccinations including influenza. The Vaccines for Children's Program provides vaccines for children who are uninsured, have insurance that does not cover vaccinations, are Medicaid eligible, or are Native American or Alaskan Native. For families with insurance coverage, the Department of Health is an in-network provider for Sanford, Avera/Dakotacare, and Blue Cross/Blue Shield. ​Pregnancy Support Services include regular visits with a nurse to share information about pregnancy, to provide assistance in obtaining early and on-going prenatal care from a qualified healthcare provider, and to link women to resources they may need to support a healthy pregnancy. Teaching topics may include: how your body is changing and how your baby is growing; eating healthy and gaining the right amount of weight; warning signs or symptoms that indicate you should contact your doctor; breastfeeding education and support; and caring for you and your baby after delivery. The Watertown location is also able to provide car seats for all ages when the purchase of a car seat is financial hardship.

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.

Connects people to safe and confidential services related to preventing pregnancy, achieving pregnancy, and assisting to achieve the desired number of children. Also offers STI screening, pregnancy testing, birth control options, and resources to maintain a healthy reproductive system.

The Court Services Officers design and supervise juvenile diversion program services, conduct adult and juvenile, misdemeanant and felony pre-sentence investigations and prepare related written reports and recommendations, provide probation services to adult and juvenile, misdemeanant and felony 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 adult and juvenile, misdemeanor and felony offenders and their families.

Protects the public consumers of barber shop facilities from unsafe and unsanitary conditions by regulating the licensing of barbers, enforcing sanitary operating procedures, and updating governing statutes, rules, and regulations.

Provides assistance for a variety of court matters, including case filing including small claims, divorces, protection orders, and civil cases; payment of child support, restitution, and fines; records of an individual's traffic or criminal offenses; involuntary drug or alcohol commitment petitions; Magistrate court proceedings; Circuit Court proceedings; jury duty information, and emancipation for minors. Visit https://ujslawhelp.sd.gov/onlineforms.aspx to view and print forms including application for court appointed counsel, child support, custody, divorce, domestic protection order, expungement, guardianship and conservatorship, name change, traffic and criminal offense records, small claims, stalking protection order, and vulnerable adult protection order.

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.

Provides assistance for a variety of court matters, including case filing including small claims, divorces, protection orders, and civil cases; payment of child support, restitution, and fines; records of an individual's traffic or criminal offenses; involuntary drug or alcohol commitment petitions; Magistrate court proceedings; Circuit Court proceedings; jury duty information, and emancipation for minors. Visit https://ujslawhelp.sd.gov/onlineforms.aspx to view and print forms including application for court appointed counsel, child support, custody, divorce, domestic protection order, expungement, guardianship and conservatorship, name change, traffic and criminal offense records, small claims, stalking protection order, and vulnerable adult protection order. ​

The South Dakota Department of Health is offering a series of public MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccination clinics across the state. Measles is a highly contagious disease that can cause serious complications, but it is preventable through the safe and effective MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine. For more information on measles please visit the website.

Provides free testing, counseling, and education for HIV/AIDS, other sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

Assesses the emergency situation and then dispatches appropriate responding agencies including; police, sheriff, fire, ambulance services, and / or highway patrol.

Provides candidate information voting, information on upcoming elections, campaign finance petitions, election resources, and voter registration services. To register to vote, fill out and print a voter registration form on the website. The form must be submitted to the County Auditor, there is no online submission available. The Voter Registration Form can also be completed at the County Auditor's Office, Driver's license station when you are renewing or applying for a driver's license, City Finance Office, Public assistance agencies providing food stamps/TANF/WIC, Department of Human Services offices, and Military recruitment offices. Voter information such as where to vote, candidate information, and ballot measures can also be found on the website. Absentee voting information is also available on the website. Any registered voter may vote by absentee ballot. Absentee ballots are available 46 days prior to the election and are available at the County Auditor office or via the website. ​

The Labor Market Information Center (LMIC)'s purpose is to collect, analyze and provide to the public information on the labor market of the state, such as employment levels, unemployment rates, wage and earnings data, estimates of available labor, employment projections, employment staffing patterns, career planning information, etc. Much of this information is available online. The following items are available to the public: South Dakota Labor Bulletin, South Dakota's Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages, South Dakota Wage Publication, South Dakota Benefits Survey, South Dakota Careerwise, and Community Labor Profiles.

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.

Medical assistance programs include: ​Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Coverage includes such things as doctor, hospital, prescription drugs, counseling, dental and glasses. Insurance for children up to age 19 at no cost to the family if the income is below certain income levels found on the Federal Poverty Guidelines. If the family income is below 140%, the children may be eligible with or without private health insurance. If there is insurance, CHIP will pay the deductibles, co-insurance, and possibly some medical services not covered by the private insurance. ​Medicaid: Health care coverage for people who qualify. To be eligible for Medicaid, individuals must fall into a coverage group and meet certain financial and non-financial eligibility criteria. Provides help for older adults and people with disabilities.

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.

Office that provides assistance, during regular business hours, for a variety of court matters, including case filing including small claims, divorces, protection orders, and civil cases, payment of child support, restitution, and fines, records of an individual's traffic or criminal offenses, involuntary drug or alcohol commitment petitions, magistrate court proceedings, Circuit Court proceedings, Jury duty information, and Emancipation for minors. Visit https://ujslawhelp.sd.gov/onlineforms.aspx anytime of day to view/print forms including application for court appointed counsel, Child Support, Custody, Divorce, Domestic protection order, Expungement, Guardianship and conservatorship, Name change, Records of an individual's traffic or criminal offenses, Small claims, Spanish forms, Stalking protection order, and Vulnerable adult protection order.

The Northern Hills Drug Court program is a post-adjudication intensively supervised treatment court for offenders having a substance abuse disorder correlating to the criminal charges.