DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Shawnie Rechtenbaugh, Department Secretary
Long Term Care Stimulus
The South Dakota Department of Human Services (DHS) sent letters to the state’s long-term care residential facilities advising of the seizure, retention, or confiscation of stimulus payments from their residents, regardless of payer source or debt owed to anyone.
DHS Urging Consumers to Seek Assistance
As the state battles the COVID-19 pandemic, the South Dakota Department of Human Services (DHS) is urging their consumers to seek assistance when needed.
South Dakota to Celebrate Older Americans in May
Governor Kristi Noem has proclaimed May Older Americans Month (OAM) in South Dakota.
Department of Human Services Makes Resources and Assistance Available to South Dakota Seniors at Home During COVID-19 Pandemic
The South Dakota Department of Human Services is asking older individuals within the state who have concerns or need more information on resources during the COVID-19 pandemic to contact Dakota at Home.
Nutrition Program Assistance Available During COVID-19 Pandemic
The South Dakota Department of Human Services (DHS) would like to remind the state’s elderly population that assistance is available through the department’s nutrition program.
Important Contact Information for DHS departments.
Reach us at:
DHS Mainline 1-800-265-9684 or
773-5990 | DHSinfo@state.sd.us
Division of Developmental Disabilities 773-3438
Division of Rehabilitation Services 773-4644
Division of Services to the Blind and Visually Impaired 773-4644
Division of Long-Term Services and Supports 773-3656
South Dakota Developmental Center 605-472-4210
COVID-19
The South Dakota Department of Health (SD-DOH) continues to respond to the emergence of the novel coronavirus. We are working with the CDC and our healthcare partners across the state to protect South Dakotans from COVID-19.
South Dakota Developmental Center Restricting Visitors
Ensuring the people supported at the South Dakota Developmental Center are cared for in a safe and healthy environment is our greatest concern. At this time, we don’t have any cases in our facility. However, we are restricting visitation to the SDDC campus for the time being. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your case manager.
DHS Employees Working Remotely
Due to the recent developments with COVID-19, employees of the South Dakota Department of Human Services will be working remotely until May 31st. You can reach staff as usual via phone, email or our main line 605-773-5990.
Dakota at Home
Dakota at Home is a free information and referral service provided by the Department of Human Services, Division of Long Term Services and Supports. Dakota at Home provides objective information and options planning to help individuals, regardless of age, disability, or income, identify and access public and private services and supports in their local communities.
