Dewey County

Local offices in Dewey County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · State office

  South Dakota Department of Social Services, Eagle Butte Office

  400 N. Willow Street, Eagle Butte, SD 57625

  Help here

  • SNAP food benefitsThe office helps people apply for food assistance through SNAP.
  • Medicaid and CHIPThe office helps people apply for Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program.
  • Child care assistanceThe office helps eligible families apply for help paying for child care.
  • Temporary Assistance for Needy FamiliesThe office helps eligible families apply for temporary cash assistance.
  Call 605-318-9478DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dss.sd.gov

• State office · State office

  South Dakota WIC, Dewey County Clinic

  Dewey County Courthouse, 700 C Street, Timber Lake, SD 57656

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition supportWIC provides food and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants, and young children.
  Call 605-865-3587DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sd.gov

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211 Helpline Center

  Help here

  • Local help and referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, bills, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on helplinecenter.org

• Public health · State office

  Dewey County Public Health Nursing Services

  Dewey County Courthouse, 700 C Street, Timber Lake, SD 57656

  Help here

  • Public health nursingPublic health nurses provide health guidance and services by appointment.
  Call 605-773-8225DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on doh.sd.gov

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Three Rivers Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Center

  711 Main Street, Timber Lake, SD 57656

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use servicesThe center provides mental health and substance use services to people in Dewey County.Read more
  Call 605-374-3862DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on threeriversinc.org

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Dewey County Clerk of Courts

  710 C Street, Timber Lake, SD 57656

  Help here

  • Court information and recordsThe clerk's office provides information and records for local court matters.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ujs.sd.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Western South Dakota Senior Services Center

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver servicesThe regional provider offers services such as meals and support for older adults and caregivers.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.sd.gov

• Veterans · State office

  Dewey County Veterans Service Office

  710 C Street, Timber Lake, SD 57656

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceA veterans service officer helps veterans and their families with benefits questions and claims.
  Call 605-865-3539DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vetaffairs.sd.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Dewey County Emergency Management

  710 C Street, Timber Lake, SD 57656

  Help here

  • Emergency planning and disaster response coordinationThe office coordinates local agencies to prepare for and respond to disasters.
  Call 605-850-1769DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dakotaathome.sd.gov

Dewey County, South Dakota website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Dewey County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Dewey County

• Eagle Butte
• Isabelnot checked yet
• Timber Lakenot checked yet

South Dakota programs by kind of help

These are run by South Dakota and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. 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.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026