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Area Agencies on Aging
Area Agencies on Aging in South Dakota
South Dakota's agency on aging is the Division of Long Term Services and Supports in the Department of Human Services.
To find help near you, call the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116 or search eldercare.acl.gov.
How to apply in South Dakota
- By phone
- 1-800-677-1116
- In person
- Call the Eldercare Locator or search it online by your address to find your Area Agency on Aging.
Applying is free. Nobody should charge you to apply.
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- The national Eldercare Locator, 1-800-677-1116, can also help you find local aging services.
Free help
Free help with this in South Dakota
Division of Long Term Services and Supports
Your local Area Agency on Aging can help with meals, rides, help at home, caregiver support and applying for benefits.
More help in South Dakota
Area Agencies on Aging in another state
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- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Sources
- South Dakota Department of Human Services, SHINE Regional Coordinator Handbook (official government site). Checked Oct 28, 2026.
- Administration for Community Living, State Units on Aging (official government site). Checked Oct 28, 2026.
- ADvancing States, Compilation of State Aging Websites (2019). Checked Oct 28, 2026.
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