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Income and Social Security
South Dakota SSI supplement
South Dakota's state supplement is limited to people who are aged, blind or disabled and live in adult foster care or a domiciliary (assisted living) setting.
It doesn't go to people living in their own homes. The state, not Social Security, runs it.
How to apply in South Dakota
Who may qualify in South Dakota
| Where you live | Adult foster care or a domiciliary care facility |
|---|
Source: South Dakota Department of Social Services (source 1)
What you may get
| Monthly supplement, one person living on their own (2026) | None for people living on their own |
|---|---|
| Monthly supplement, adult foster care (2026) | Varies with your income; current amount not published online |
| Monthly supplement, domiciliary (assisted living) care (2026) | Varies with your income; current amount not published online |
Source: South Dakota Department of Social Services (source 1)
How South Dakota is different
Where South Dakota's rules differ from the federal rules for State SSI supplements.
- Paid separately by the state; apply with the South Dakota Department of Social Services
Source: South Dakota Department of Social Services (source 1)
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
State SSI supplement in another state
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Sources
- South Dakota Department of Social Services, Medicaid State Plan, Supplement 6 to Attachment 2.6-A: Standards for Optional State Supplementary Payments (effective 7/01/09) (official government site). Checked Oct 28, 2026.
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