Hanson County
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Local offices in Hanson County
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Public health · State office
South Dakota Department of Health, Mitchell Local Agency
1420 N. Main Street, Mitchell, SD 57301
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- WICWIC provides food benefits and nutrition support to eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
- Public health nursingPublic health nurses provide health education, screenings, preventive services, and help connecting to care.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sd.gov
State office
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Mitchell Office
116 E. 11th Avenue, Mitchell, SD 57301
Help here
- Food, medical, cash, and child care assistanceResidents can get help with applications for food, medical, cash, and child care assistance programs.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dss.sd.gov
Human services · County office
Hanson County Auditor and Welfare Office
720 5th Street, Alexandria, SD 57311
Help here
- Utility and emergency expense assistanceThe county office helps residents find assistance with utility bills and emergency medical expenses.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hansoncountysd.gov
Veterans · County office
Hanson County Veterans Service Office
720 5th Street, Alexandria, SD 57311
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpThe veterans service officer helps veterans and their dependents understand and apply for benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hansoncountysd.gov
Emergency help · County office
Hanson County Emergency Management
720 5th Street, Alexandria, SD 57311
Help here
- Emergency preparednessThe county office helps residents prepare for and respond to emergencies.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hansoncountysd.gov
Local office · Regional office
South Dakota 211 Helpline Center
Help here
- Information and referralCall any time to get connected with local help and support resources.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on helplinecenter.org
Jobs and training · State office
Mitchell Job Service Office
1321 N. Main Street, Mitchell, SD 57301
Help here
- Job search and workforce helpJob seekers can get help with job searches, resumes, interviews, and training.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dlr.sd.gov
State office
Mitchell Driver Exam Station
1315 N. Main Street, Suite 100, Mitchell, SD 57301
Help here
- Driver licenses and identification cardsResidents can apply for or renew a South Dakota driver license or identification card in person.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dps.sd.gov
Library · Regional office
Hanson Community Library
230 6th Street, Alexandria, SD 57311
Help here
- Library materials and resourcesResidents can borrow library materials and use the library's public resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hanson.k12.sd.us
Hanson County, South Dakota website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Hanson County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Feeding South Dakota
4701 N Westport Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57107
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
East River Legal Services
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Rural Office of Community Services, Inc.
106 SW West, Wagner, SD 57380
Listed on dss.sd.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Hanson County
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.
- 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.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
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
Talk to a person
- South Dakota 211 Helpline Center
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988