Who do I call first for disability services in Brookings County, South Dakota?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and South Dakota vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Brookings County.

Is help available in Spanish in Brookings County?

Yes. This Brookings County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most South Dakota agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Brookings County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Brookings County, South Dakota

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Brookings County, South Dakota. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Brookings County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Brookings County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Brookings County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

Independent Living Choices - Brookings ((605) 692-5550, Brookings)
Project SEARCH — South Dakota State University (Brookings). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of South Dakota. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Brookings Behav Health and Wellness (605-697-2850, Brookings)
Lutheran Social Services of SD — Brookings Satellite Office (605-697-5280, Brookings)
Access Health - Brookings (605-697-9500, Brookings)
Accuquest Hearing Center, Llc (605-692-1001, BROOKINGS). Hearing & speech services
Advance (605-692-7852, BROOKINGS). Case management / support coordination
Andrea L. Uckert, Llc (605-592-5300, BROOKINGS). Behavioral health agency
Commit To Change Aba Therapy And Consulting, Llc (605-270-7881, BROOKINGS). Behavioral health agency
Brookings Health System (605-696-7700, BROOKINGS)
Pheasant Run Apartments (605-692-8485, Brookings)
National Federation Of The Blind Of South Dakota Inc (BROOKINGS)
Brookings Health System/Avera Home Medical Equipment Llc (605-692-6696, BROOKINGS). Medical equipment & supplies
Cvs Pharmacy Inc (401-765-1500, BROOKINGS). Medical equipment & supplies
Hy-Vee Inc (605-692-7311, BROOKINGS). Medical equipment & supplies
Kendalls Rexall Pharmacy Inc (605-692-4461, BROOKINGS). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Brookings County

These serve every county in South Dakota, including Brookings County.

Center for Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights South Dakota (800-658-4782). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
South Dakota Council on Developmental Disabilities ((605) 773-6369). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
DakotaLink ((605) 394-6742). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
South Dakota Parent Connection (605-361-3171). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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