Clark County

Local offices in Clark County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · County office

  Clark County Auditor and Welfare

  200 N. Commercial Street, Clark, SD 57225

  Help here

  • County welfare assistanceCall the county to ask about help with medical costs, heating utility shutoff notices, and burial costs.
  Call 605-532-5921DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dakotaathome.sd.gov

• Public health · State office

  South Dakota WIC, Clark County

  Clark County Courthouse, 200 N. Commercial St., Clark, SD 57225

  Help here

  • WICThe WIC clinic helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children get healthy food and nutrition support.
  Call 605-882-5177DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sd.gov

• Veterans · County office

  Clark County Veteran Service Officer

  200 N. Commercial St., Clark, SD 57225

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceThe county veteran service officer helps veterans and their dependents learn about and apply for benefits.
  Call 605-532-5435DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on clark.sdcounties.org

• Emergency help · County office

  Clark County Emergency Management

  200 N. Commercial St., Clark, SD 57225

  Help here

  • Emergency management informationContact the county emergency manager with questions about local disaster planning and emergency response.
  Call 605-532-6921DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on clark.sdcounties.org

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership, Clark Community Services

  116 N. Commercial Street, Clark, SD 57225

  Help here

  • Community servicesEligible residents can ask about referrals, case help, food support, rent, and utility assistance.
  Call 605-532-3722DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on interlakescap.com

• Jobs and training · State office

  Watertown Job Service Office

  2001 9th Avenue SW, Suite 200, Watertown, SD 57201

  Help here

  • Job search and career servicesJob seekers can get help with job searches, career planning, skills, and training.
  Call 605-773-3372DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dlr.sd.gov

• Older adults · State office

  Dakota at Home

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource supportGet information and referrals for services that help older adults and people with disabilities live at home.
  Call 833-663-9673Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dakotaathome.sd.gov

Clark County, South Dakota website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Cities and towns in Clark County

• Bradleynot checked yet
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• Garden Citynot checked yet
• Naplesnot checked yet
• Raymondnot checked yet
• Viennanot checked yet
• Willow Lakenot checked yet

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.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• 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.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

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