South Dakota Caregiver Support Groups & Resources
- Caregiver Support Program – South Dakota: Provides primary caregivers access to services that help sustain and support them as they strive to meet the needs of the person in their care. Website: https://dhs.sd.gov/docs/Caregiver%20Support%20Program%20brochure.pdf
- SD Department of Human Services – Caregiver Services: Offers information on long-term services and supports. To find out if you or someone you know qualifies for caregiver services, call Dakota at Home. Website: https://dhs.sd.gov/ltss/caregiver.aspx
- CAREgivers by Active Generations: Designed to help family caregivers balance work, life, and caregiving. Offers training, referrals, stress management classes, caregiver case management services, and support groups. Website: https://caregiverssd.org/
- AARP South Dakota: Offers resources and support to caregivers including information on legal issues, care options, and financial planning. Website: https://states.aarp.org/south-dakota/caregiver-resources
- Alzheimer’s Association – South Dakota: Provides information, support, and resources to people with Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers. Website: https://www.alz.org/sd
- South Dakota Respite Coalition: Offers respite services to caregivers, allowing them to take a break from caregiving responsibilities. Website: https://sdrespitecoalition.org/
- Family Caregiver Alliance: Provides services to family caregivers of adults with chronic or disabling health conditions, including a national hotline and online support groups. Website: https://www.caregiver.org/
- South Dakota Cares: Offers a variety of resources for military and veteran caregivers, including support groups, counseling, and education. Website: https://www.southdakotacares.org/
- Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota: Provides caregiver support services, including respite care, counseling, and family education. Website: https://lsssd.org/
- South Dakota Parkinson Foundation: Provides support to caregivers of people with Parkinson’s disease, including educational resources and support groups. Website: https://www.sdparkinson.org/
