Housing
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Tell us more about what you need. We answer first, then show the programs that fit, then ask a few questions to narrow it down.
Programs in South Dakota
South Dakota programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
South Dakota Housing Development Authority
Rental Assistance
South Dakota Housing connects residents to rental assistance offered through housing programs and local partners.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
South Dakota Housing Development Authority
Homelessness Assistance
South Dakota Housing funds local providers that offer shelter, homelessness prevention, and rapid rehousing services.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
South Dakota Housing Development Authority
Housing Finance Programs
South Dakota Housing offers financing programs for affordable homes and housing development.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhone
South Dakota Department of Social Services
Low Income Energy Assistance
In South Dakota, LIHEAP is called Energy Assistance.
Energy Assistance helps eligible households pay home heating costs.
Ways to apply:OnlinePaper
South Dakota Department of Social Services
Weatherization Assistance Program
The Weatherization Assistance Program helps eligible households make their homes more energy efficient.
Ways to apply:OnlinePaper
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal programs
These work the same in every state. Each agency decides who qualifies.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
Apply through your local public housing authority. HUD lists every housing authority by state.
Federal Communications Commission
Lifeline phone and internet discount
A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Check if you qualify and apply on the National Verifier, then pick a phone or internet company that offers Lifeline.
Federal Emergency Management Agency
FEMA disaster assistance
Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by phone, or in person at a Disaster Recovery Center.
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- 211 Helpline Center
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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