When an older loved one needs our help, we want to ensure our loved one has the services and supports they need to continue to enjoy life. At SDSU Extension, we want to help you find the resources needed to help you accomplish your goal. This webpage provides a summary of different options available to support the older loved ones in your life. In addition, you can read more about topics related to caring for an older loved one who needs your assistance.
Dakota at Home (1-833-663-9673): South Dakota’s aging and disability resource center. Dakota at Home provides information and referral services that provides free information and options to help individuals locate services in their communities.
The Helpline Center: provides information and support for any situation a person may find themselves in. Reachable through call, text, or email 24/7, they are always ready to help. The Helpline Center also provides events where attendees will learn about a variety of topics relating to mental health. The Helpline Center provides resource guides to help individuals find resources for housing and food.
Caregiver Support Program (1-833-663-9673): A caregiver is a family member or another person who is an informal (unpaid) provider of care to an individual in need of care. There are many reasons why a family member or friend needs assistance including a chronic health condition, disability, Alzheimer’s Disease, dementia or another related disorder.
CAREgivers by Active Generations (1-800-360-6161): CAREgivers is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to caregivers by offering assistance to access community and state resources and providing case management, education, and support to family caregivers across South Dakota.
Adult Nutrition Program (1-833-663-9673): To obtain the nutrition necessary for healthy living, people age 60 or older can eat at nutrition sites located around the South Dakota. Hot, nutritious meals which meet one-third of a person's dietary needs are served in a senior center or another community location. Meals may also be delivered to individuals who unable to leave their home due to illness or isolation.
Emergency Response System (1-833-663-9673): Emergency Response Systems (ERS) are electronic devices which, when triggered, initiate a call for help. The purpose of the ERS is to provide a 24 hour safeguard for older individuals and individuals with physical disabilities who are at a significant risk for falls. Emergency Response Systems come with pendants for remote access to call previously programmed numbers in case of an emergency.
Senior Health Information and Insurance Education (SHIINE): SHIINE is a federally funded program through the Administration for Community Living (ACL) and administered by the SD Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS). SHIINE provides free, confidential and unbiased information to Medicare beneficiaries. SHIINE Regional Coordinators are located across the state to assist Medicare beneficiaries, support local volunteer counselors, recruit new volunteers and promote SHIINE information. Call SHIINE toll free: Eastern South Dakota: 1-800-536-8197, Central South Dakota: 1-877-331-4834, Western South Dakota: 1-877-286-9072
Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (1-866-854-5465): An ombudsmen is an advocate who seeks to resolve complaints on behalf of individuals who receive long-term care services in nursing homes, assisted livings and registered residential facilities.
