South Dakota DSS – Division of Child Protection Services
Child & Family Services — State Child Welfare Agency in Pierre, South Dakota. The South Dakota Division of Child Protection Services investigates reports of child abuse and neglect, provides foster care, adoption, and family services, and works with the nine federally recognized tribes through ICWA partnerships. Operates field offices statewide.
Phone: (605) 773-3227
Address: 700 Governors Drive, Pierre, South Dakota, 57501
Website: https://dss.sd.gov/childprotection
Languages: English, Spanish, additional languages via interpreter
Services offered: Child protective services, foster care, adoption, kinship care, ICWA tribal partnerships, family services, resource family licensing
Ages served: Birth–21
Good to know: State child welfare agency headquarters; local services delivered through county/regional offices.
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Frequently asked questions about South Dakota DSS – Division of Child Protection Services
How do I contact South Dakota DSS – Division of Child Protection Services?
You can call South Dakota DSS – Division of Child Protection Services at (605) 773-3227 or visit 700 Governors Drive in Pierre, South Dakota. Their website is https://dss.sd.gov/childprotection.
What services does South Dakota DSS – Division of Child Protection Services offer?
South Dakota DSS – Division of Child Protection Services offers Child protective services, foster care, adoption, kinship care, ICWA tribal partnerships, family services, resource family licensing. Serves Birth–21. The South Dakota Division of Child Protection Services investigates reports of child abuse and neglect, provides foster care, adoption, and family services, and works with the nine federally recognized tribes through ICWA partnerships. Operates field offices statewide.
Are services at South Dakota DSS – Division of Child Protection Services free or low-cost?
Many community child & family services providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call South Dakota DSS – Division of Child Protection Services at (605) 773-3227 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.
What languages does South Dakota DSS – Division of Child Protection Services support?
South Dakota DSS – Division of Child Protection Services reports providing services in: English, Spanish, additional languages via interpreter. If you need another language, ask about translation services or call 988 for free crisis support in English and Spanish.
Who is eligible for services at South Dakota DSS – Division of Child Protection Services?
South Dakota DSS – Division of Child Protection Services reports serving Birth–21. Eligibility can also depend on income, residency, and the specific service needed — call (605) 773-3227 to confirm before visiting.
What if I'm in crisis right now?
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.
In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.