Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) emergency assistance provides interest-free loans or grants to help stabilize a member's emergency financial situation based on the individuals needs such as: basic living expenses, vehicle expenses, funeral expenses, medical/dental, pet emergency surgery or treatment child care/respite, moving expenses, and miscellaneous expenses. Additionally, AFAS offers to active duty Air Force members only Falcon Loans of $500.00 or less that can be used for emergency needs such as basic living expenses, car repairs, or other approved needs. The streamlined application process for a Falcon Loan requires no budget information, or backup documentation. EMERGENCY TRAVEL - All emergency travel financial assistance required due to serious illness/death of an immediate family member, grandparent or other family relationship will be processed through the American Red Cross (ARC). Please contact the ARC at 877-272-7337 for immediate assistance.

MindWise Innovations supports the entire continuum of mental health - from prevention to crisis response - with evidence-based solutions that educate and prioritize health for all ages. MindWise: Teaches students and school staff how to identify signs of depression and suicide Creates safer, healthier workplaces that understand how mental health intersects productivity Brings communities together after traumatic events Mission is to shape both the current and future state of behavioral health for the better. MindWise works with 3,600+ clients across 20 countries and is powered by Riverside Community Care, a non-profit leader in integrated health and human services. Individuals take a short, online quiz to see if how they're feeling matches common symptoms of conditions like anxiety, depression, substance use disorder, and a range of others. All screens are anonymous, have been clinically validated, and provide immediate feedback.

Outpatient mental health counseling center providing 100% free services to eligible Veterans, Active Duty Service Members, and their families. Part of the US Department of Veterans Affairs but separate from the VA Medical Centers, with separate and confidential medical records. Offering individual, group, and couples counseling both in Rapid City and at a number of Community Access Points in the Black Hills. Also, a referral service and can point Veterans in the right direction for any information they may need in terms of accessing benefits, enrolling in VA health care, etc. Specialty is helping Veterans readjust successfully into civilian life, and provides counseling for a wide range of problems, from mental health issues like PTSD, depression, and anxiety to life stressor issues such as work-related or relationship difficulties. Also provides free bereavement counseling for loved ones of service members who died while on Active Duty or Veterans who died by suicide.

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.

Offers confidential services to all members of the military, veterans, and their families by connecting them with local, state, and national resources. Also provides a free mobile app for Apple and Android devices to connect military, veterans, and their families to resources that can help through both emergency and nonemergency situations. Download the Hero Care app for free in the app store or text "GETHEROCARE" to 90999.

The American Red Cross works in partnership with Military Aid Societies to provide financial assistance to eligible applicants. Assistance can include funds for emergency travel, burial of a loved one, emergency food and shelter, etc. The Aid Societies determine the financial assistance package that will be offered through a grant or a loan.

The purpose of the hotline is two-fold - To offer wounded, injured, or ill Soldiers and their Families a way to share concerns on the quality of patient care. To provide senior Army leaders with visibility on medically-related issues so they can properly allocate resources to better serve Soldiers and Families. The hotline is an avenue to gather information about medical care as well as suggest ways we can improve our medical support systems. Staff members are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Vets4Warriors provides 24/7, free, confidential personalized services (peer support) to all Active Duty, National Guard and Reserve service members Veterans and their families/caregivers. Vets4Warriors is available to help navigate the military, VA systems, community support agencies or is here just to talk with callers facing a myriad of challenges. We connect those individuals to resources that can help them get what they need, such as financial assistance, mental health help, etc. Support before the crisis is key - Vets4Warriors is here to provide this important support.

Providing free tax preparation and filing services for service members, eligible family members, survivors and recent veterans up to 365 days from their separation or retirement date. Secure and free tax preparation and e-filing software tailored to unique military service tax issues are available. Call for trained tax consultation.

Provides workshops, information, and support services to help with practical and emotional challenges for families facing deployment. Services include: Coping with Deployments course, Pre-Deployment Preparedness Tool for Family Members, Reconnection Workshops, Mind-Body Workshops, and post-deployment support resources.

Provides mental health, substance abuse, suicide prevention and resiliency information to members of the South Dakota Army National Guard and families.

Community-based counseling center that provide a wide range of social and psychological services, including professional readjustment counseling to eligible Veterans, active duty service members, including National Guard and Reserve components, and their families. Bereavement services for family members is also available. Readjustment counseling is offered to make a successful transition from military to civilian life or after a traumatic event experienced in the military. Individual, group, couples, and family counseling is offered in addition to referral and connection to other VA or community benefits and services. Support Groups: - PTSD Support Group 10:00am-12:00noon, Thursday at the Vet Center - Combat Readjustment Group 9:00am-10:30am, Wednesday at the Vet Center - OIF/OEF Veteran Group 5:00pm-6:00pm, 2nd and 4th Thursday at the Vet Center - Veteran Trauma Support Group 10:00am-1:00pm, 3rd Monday at Sisseton VFW Groups are subject to change throughout the year. Must be enrolled at the Vet Center to participate.

Offers peer-based support and services to connect those providing care to service members and veterans living with wounds, illnesses, injuries, and/or aging. Caregivers from all eras and services are invited to join and exchange experience, empathy, education, and encouragement through an online peer support community, peer mentor support group, and/or online or community based peer support groups. Also provides access to two public caregiver-focused services including a resource library and master calendar of events.

Offers confidential services to all members of the military, veterans, and their families by connecting them with local, state, and national resources. Also provides a free mobile app for Apple and Android devices to connect military, veterans, and their families to resources that can help through both emergency and nonemergency situations. Download the Hero Care app for free in the app store or text "GETHEROCARE" to 90999.

Provides free education, consultation, and if necessary, mediation for employers of active Guard and Reserve employees. ESGR is a Department of Defense volunteer organization. ESGR's goal is to support America's employers who share their employees with the nation to ensure our national security.

The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight, and win...in air, space, and cyberspace.

The Objective Zero App connects service members, veterans, their families, and caregivers to peer and civilian support through voice, video and text and to mental health and wellness tools and resources. The app is free to download and free to use.

Helps with: Personal or small-scale catastrophic events such as fire, flooding, and storm damage. Rapid assistance when evacuation is required ahead of an arriving storm, or ordered due to a critical incident event. Post-disaster recovery of food, uniforms and family needs, temporary lodging, and insurance deductibles.

An inpatient alcohol, drug, and gambling treatment programs for adults. Care provided by: 24 hour nursing staff, a full-time psychologist, 24 hour on-call doctor, Certified chemical dependency counselors, and ASAM certified Addictionologists. Based on 12-step recovery model with: Medically monitored detoxification - Dual-diagnosis track with psychiatrist For co-occurring disorders, diagnosis must be substance use primary and mental health secondary Inpatient and outpatient gambling program with certified gambling counselors Substance abuse, inhalant abuse and Methamphetamine treatment track (IMT) Chronic Pain Program - Medication Assisted Treatment Different medications are available. Keystone utilizes Vivitrol and Naltrexone. May utilize Subutex and other medications to taper during medically monitored detoxification. Keystone does not utilize Methadone or Suboxone for maintenance. - Unique services available: Native American cultural program (sweat lodge on site, talking circles, etc.) Spiritually based 12-step program. Veterans and retired military. Need to be referred through VA; able to take VA funding. Active duty military and dependents may utilize TRICARE West Insurance.

Employment Assistance - Career planning, development of jobs search skills, interviewing, networking, and resume assistance. Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) - Provides information and referrals to local resources for Air Force Families with an exceptional family member (whether medical, emotional, physical or educational). Military and Family Life Counselor Program - Masters or doctorate-level licensed counselors provide short term, non-medical counseling services to service members and their families at no-cost (anger management, communication, relationship issues, conflict resolution, parenting, decision making skills, deployment stress, coping skills, homesickness, relocation adjustment, reintegration, separation, sadness, grief and loss). Personal Financial Management - Provides counseling and education with budget and savings management. This can be done in a one-to-one financial counseling setting or in a class. In conjunction with the American Center for Credit Education, provides classes such as Credit when Credit is Due, Money In Motion, and Home Buying classes for financial education. Readiness program - Assists military members and their families to prepare and go through deployments, TDY's, and remote tours. The Readiness program offers assistance with pre-deployment counseling, preparing practical aspects of separations, providing support to families, and offering reunion support.

The day-to-day mission of the Air Force Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office is to educate, advocate and collaborate to respond to and stop sexual assault and its harmful effects on the Air Force. The Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) serves as the installation's primary point of contact for integrating and coordinating sexual assault victim care services for eligible recipients. Services may begin at the initial report of sexual assault and continue through disposition and resolution of issues related to the victim's health and well-being. Victim advocacy, referrals for mental heath/medical. Help with military protection orders, line of duties, expedited transfers.

Provides 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, telephone and online family information and referral, situational assistance, tax preparation and filing service, and links to military and community resources. Live Chat option: Go to MilitaryOneSource.mil., Find and click on the Live Chat button on the Confidential Help drop down menu. Connection to information, answers and support when MilLife happens. Services include Relationship counseling, Non-medical counseling for stress relief, Financial counseling, Document translation, Spouse scholarships, education and career benefits, Child care options, PCS moves, and MSEP Job Search Navigator - to assist military spouses find employment.