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NE Prevention Resource Center | Human Service Agency

Offers access to resources such as training, videos, curricula, and books on topics surrounding the issues of alcohol, tobacco, other drugs, and violence related issues. Training and resources are offered around mental health first aid and suicide prevention. Provides services to 21 counties in the N.E. region of South Dakota. Also, has opioid prevention resources such as DisposeRX packets, medication lock boxes, and Naloxboxes.

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Coalition Building
Sexual Assault Prevention
Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Workshops/Symposiums
Medication Disposal
Information Clearinghouses
Community Mental Health Agencies
Smoking/Vaping Cessation
Organizational Consultation/Technical Assistance
Alcohol/Drug Impaired Driving Prevention
Juvenile Delinquency Prevention
General Mental Health Information/Education
Bullying Prevention
Suicide Prevention Programs
Tobacco Use Education/Prevention
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention

Deaf-Blind Program | Center for Disabilities - University of South Dakota

Provides technical assistance, training, and resources to families and service providers of children aged birth to 21 with varying levels of both hearing and vision loss. Services are geared toward improving educational outcomes in order to help prepare them for eventual transition into adulthood. Technical assistance and support services include: understanding vision and hearing loss, developing communication skills, using accommodations and technology, assisting with the development of educational plans and meaningful strategies, daily living skills, and transitioning across life stages. Information and resources include guides and handbooks, links to state and national resources, Wegner library resources, and deaf-blind topic pages.

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Independent Living Skills Instruction
Deafness
Organizational Consultation/Technical Assistance
Disability Awareness Training
Information Clearinghouses
Blindness
Disease/Disability Information

Western Prevention Resource Center | Youth & Family Services

The WPRC seeks to divert or delay those we serve from substance use and other high-risk behaviors to promote choices/behaviors resulting in lifelong mind and body wellness. The WPRC primarily focuses prevention support services to stakeholders in South Dakota's 22 westernmost counties, but often serves an even broader audience. The WPRC's services include providing education, technical assistance, training and other support to prevention service providers, youth, parents, educators, community groups, social service providers, health/wellness agencies, chemical dependency service providers, law enforcement and other community wellness stakeholders. WPRC staff can provide community education and information on a broad range of prevention topics. These topics include: Individual drugs (alcohol, nicotine, vaping, marijuana, methamphetamine, fentanyl, etc.) Trends in drug use Over the counter drug misuse The science of chemical dependence (brain and body) Risky behavior marketing 988/211 Helpline usage The WPRC maintains a traditional library of books and other media relating to prevention, health and wellness. Visit the website to create an account to access the e-library. Both are no cost and open to all.

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Relationship Workshops
Organizational Consultation/Technical Assistance
Juvenile Delinquency Prevention
Parenting Materials
Coalition Building
Bullying Prevention
Smoking/Vaping Cessation
Medication Disposal
Alcohol/Drug Impaired Driving Prevention
Workshops/Symposiums
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Sexual Assault Prevention
Self Esteem Workshops
General Mental Health Information/Education
Tobacco Use Education/Prevention
Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Parenting Skills Classes
Information Clearinghouses

Southeastern Prevention Resource Center | Volunteers of America, Dakotas

The SEPRC works with others across the state to provide prevention resources, training and technical assistance through program development and training. Offers a 12-hour diversion class for individuals aged 17 - 20 years, designed for individuals who may be making high-risk choices and aim to change drinking and drug use behaviors.

What's Here

Alcohol/Drug Impaired Driving Prevention
Medication Disposal
Smoking/Vaping Cessation
Juvenile Delinquency Prevention
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Prescription Drug Lock Boxes
Coalition Building
Diversion Programs
Information Clearinghouses
Workshops/Symposiums
Organizational Consultation/Technical Assistance
General Mental Health Information/Education
Tobacco Use Education/Prevention
Sexual Assault Prevention
Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Bullying Prevention

Wegner Health Sciences Library | University of South Dakota

Provides health information services to the state of South Dakota with emphasis on professional clinical information needs and consumer health and patient information. Includes the following services - reference information services: on-site by appointment only, by telephone, or email, licensed subscription database access, consumer health, and disabilities collections.

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Disease/Disability Information
Information Clearinghouses
Colleges/Universities
Intellectual Disabilities
Developmental Disabilities
Learning Disabilities
Functional Disabilities

Financial Assistance and Educational Resources | Hope for Hearts

Offers monthly assistance to help cover non-medical expenses such as travel, lodging, and meals during a child's hospitalization. Provides educational resources for families navigating complex medical journeys and connects them to peer-led community support groups. Also engages in advocacy and awareness efforts related to congenital heart defects (CHD) and organ donation.

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Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance
Information Clearinghouses
Family Caregiver Subsidies
Issue Advocacy
Specialized Information and Referral
Individual Advocacy
General Medical Expense Assistance