South Dakota Urban Indian Health (SDUIH)
605-224-8841
The South Dakota Urban Indian Health (SDUIH) provides community support that’s culturally centered, including Positive Indian Parenting Red Road Approach Recovery Groups, Therapeutic Sewing & Beading Groups, Inipi (Women and Community), Talking Circles, and much more. For those seeking a Native approach to recovery, SDUIH is a great resource.
We Face it Together
855-539-9375
We Face It Together offers peer recovery support, and sobriety is not required. The goal is to help clients do better in every area of life, including substance use. They also have family peer support coaching for loved ones of those living with addiction. You can call or text the listed number to connect with the organization.
South Dakota 211
2-1-1
South Dakota residents who call 211 are connected with a wide variety of social services, including financial assistance, housing services, food and clothing, healthcare, mental health and substance use treatment, child and senior care, transportation assistance, and much more. Calling 211 is a simple way to reach all of the support you need at once.
Avoid Opioid SD
Avoid Opioid SD helps state residents find pharmacies where they can get naloxone (Narcan) kits. The organization also has online education about opioid misuse and safe medication disposal, and visitors can also order one medication lockbox per household to be sent to them.
ReNew
(605) 336-6999
ReNew, with locations in Sioux Falls and Rapid City, supports expecting women in recovery during pregnancy and through the baby’s first year. The program offers peer support services, domestic violence support, employment and education support, mental health and substance use treatment, and specialized housing services, depending on each client’s needs.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
888-333-2377
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention has local chapters and hosts events in 50 states. They create a culture through education, programs, search, and advocacy for those who are affected by suicide. Volunteers bring hope and events help those left behind to connect. They have resources for those having thoughts of suicide, how to cope after an attempt, and surviving a suicide loss.
National Alliance on Mental Illness
605-271-1871
The National Alliance on Mental Illness in South Dakota helps organize volunteers to bring programs into the community, including education classes, support groups, and presentations. They provide wellness education, help those with mental health concerns find stable housing and care, as well as support veterans, teens, and other populations.
Association of Recovery in Higher Education (ARHE)
The Association of Recovery in Higher Education (ARHE) supports collegiate recovery programs and has a Collegiate Recovery Program Directory that makes it easier to find programs in universities near you. These programs support students by providing peer support, sober events, recovery meetings, and more.
South Dakota State University
605-688-4121
South Dakota State University's counseling service is dedicated to supporting students by promoting mental health awareness and ensuring they have educational opportunities. The Stepped Care Model allows students to get the type of mental health service they need, from peer support to wellness workshops and group therapy or referrals to off-campus care.
Students Recover
Students Recover provides an online community for students in recovery from addiction or mental health issues so they can receive peer support. They're dedicated to providing a welcoming, inclusive recovery community dedicated to alleviating the disproportionate harm BIPOC communities have experienced in the war on drugs.
The Trevor Project
212-695-8650
The Trevor Project is the leading LGBTQ+ suicide prevention and intervention organization for young people. They provide information and support 24/7/365. Trained counselors are available to call, text, or chat and you can meet new friends in the international online community. The Project engages in fundraising and advocacy, and looks for volunteers to join the team.
Call BlackLine
800-604-5841
Call BlackLine provides a space for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ peer support and counseling. They provide a non-judgmental, affirming, and supportive place to share information about mistreatment. There is also an app, and BlackLine was the 2022 San Diego Friend of Pride award recipient and has made over 1,600 referrals and received over 5,500 calls.
Make the Connection
Make the Connection is a resource developed by the Department of Veterans Affairs with the aim to reduce the stigma associated with addiction and mental health challenges. They provide information about veteran life events, mental health and addiction disorders, and treatment and support resources.
WeRNative
WeRNative is a resource for Native youth run by Native youth. They provide information about cultural traditions, life hacks, relationships, sexual health, mental health challenges, leadership, and career pathway resources for Native American youth with questions. They also offer free crisis support and counseling via text and help youth embrace their Native identity.
White Bison
877-871-1495
White Bison facilitates the Wellbriety movement, providing sobriety, recovery, and addiction prevention to Native American and Alaskan Native communities nationwide. They provide culturally based treatment that helps Native Americans commit to a life of wellness and healing. Their philosophy aligns with Native American culture, and there are over 100 Wellbriety recovery circles around the country.
One Sky Center
503-970-7895
One Sky Center is a national resource for health, education, and research for the American Indian and Alaskan Native communities. They provide training, technical assistance and provide links to presentations on addiction, leadership development, and evidence-based practices. They also have a Native Programs Directory that can help you find culturally appropriate treatment in your area.