Veteran Resources

Essential services and support for veterans and their families

Crisis Resources - Get Help Now

Veterans Crisis Line

Dial 988 (Press 1)

Text: 838255

Chat: VeteransCrisisLine.net

Available 24/7/365 - Confidential support for veterans in crisis and their loved ones

Veteran seeking support and resources

Federal VA Resources

VA Benefits Hotline

Phone: 1-800-827-1000

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM ET

Get information about VA benefits including disability compensation, pension, education, home loans, and more.

VA Health Care

Phone: 1-877-222-8387

Website: VA.gov/health-care

Enroll in VA health care, find a facility, schedule appointments, and access mental health services.

GI Bill & Education

Phone: 1-888-442-4551

Website: VA.gov/education

Information about GI Bill benefits, vocational training, on-the-job training, and education assistance.

VA Home Loans

Phone: 1-877-827-3702

Website: VA.gov/housing-assistance

Home loan guaranty, specially adapted housing grants, and homeless veteran programs.

eBenefits Portal

Website: eBenefits.va.gov

Online portal to access and manage VA benefits, view claim status, download documents, and update personal information.

VA Forms

Website: VA.gov/vaforms

Download and submit official VA forms for benefits, claims, health care, and more.

South Dakota Veteran Resources

South Dakota Department of Veteran's Affairs

Website: VetAffairs.SD.gov

State-specific veteran benefits, programs, and resources available to South Dakota veterans and their families.

SD Department of Veteran's Affairs - Contact

Website: Contact SD DVA

Contact information for South Dakota Department of Veteran's Affairs offices statewide.

VA Hospitals & Clinics in South Dakota

Website: Find SD VA Facilities

Locations and contact information for all VA hospitals and clinics throughout South Dakota.

Mental Health & Support

National Center for PTSD

Website: PTSD.va.gov

Resources, treatment options, and support for veterans dealing with PTSD and trauma-related conditions.

Post Traumatic Growth Institute

Website: PTGI.us.com

Supporting veterans in transforming trauma into personal growth and positive life changes.

Vet Centers

Phone: 1-877-927-8387

Community-based counseling centers providing readjustment counseling and PTSD support.

SAMHSA Helpline

Phone: 1-800-662-4357

24/7 treatment referral and information service for substance abuse and mental health.

The Recovery Village

Website: TheRecoveryVillage.com/veterans

Comprehensive addiction treatment resources and information specifically for veterans.

Alcohol Rehab Help

Website: AlcoholRehabHelp.org

Information about 12-step programs and alcohol rehabilitation resources for veterans.

U.S. Pain Foundation

Website: USPainFoundation.org

Support and resources for veterans dealing with chronic pain management and pain-related conditions.

Employment & Career Services

Department of Labor - VETS

Phone: 1-866-487-2365

Website: DOL.gov/agencies/vets

Employment resources, job training programs, and veterans' preference in federal hiring.

Small Business Administration

Phone: 1-800-827-5722

Website: SBA.gov/veterans

Support for veteran entrepreneurs including business loans, training, and counseling.

Hire Heroes USA

Website: HireHeroesUSA.org

Free job search assistance, resume help, and career coaching for veterans and military spouses.

Workshops for Warriors

Website: WorkshopsForWarriors.org

Advanced manufacturing and machining training programs for veterans.

Veteran's Guide to Vocational & OJT Programs

Website: Intelligent.com - Veterans Guide

Comprehensive guide to vocational training and on-the-job training programs for veterans.

Small Business Entrepreneurship Outreach

Website: Digital.com - Veterans Business

Resources and guidance for veterans starting and growing their own businesses.

Resume Assistance for Disabled Veterans

Website: ResumeBuilder.com - Disability Guide

Comprehensive resume and career guidance specifically for veterans with disabilities.

Health & Medical Resources

Mesothelioma Resources for Veterans

Website: Asbestos.com - Mesothelioma Information

Information about mesothelioma prognosis, treatment options, and support resources for veterans exposed to asbestos.

Housing & Homelessness

National Call Center for Homeless Veterans

1-877-424-3838

24/7 hotline to help homeless veterans and those at risk of homelessness. Connects veterans to resources in their community.

HUD-VASH Program

Contact: Local VA Medical Center

Housing vouchers combined with case management and clinical services for homeless veterans.

Our Partner Organizations in South Dakota

We work closely with over 20 community organizations to provide comprehensive "wrap-around services" for veterans.

Health & Human Services

SD Department of Social Services

Social services, food assistance, and family support programs.

Volunteers of America

VOA Dakotas

Housing assistance, rehabilitation services, and community support.

Seventh Circuit Court

SD Unified Judicial System

Veteran Court program offering alternatives to incarceration.

Black Hills VA Hospital

Black Hills VA Health Care

Drug & alcohol rehabilitation and mental health programs.

Department of Labor

SD Department of Labor

Job services, training programs, and employment assistance.

Community Counseling

Community Counseling Services

Life skills classes, mental health counseling, and peer support.

Additional Support Organizations

Veterans Service Organizations

Family Support

  • Military OneSource: 1-800-342-9647
  • National Military Family Association: MilitaryFamily.org
  • Tragedy Assistance Program: 1-800-959-8277
  • Give an Hour (Mental Health): GiveAnHour.org

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