Emery

Local offices in Emery

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  South Dakota 211 Helpline

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to get help finding local services for needs like food, bills, health care, and housing.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on helplinecenter.org

• Local office · City office

  City of Emery Finance Office

  560 SD Highway 262, Emery, SD 57332

  Help here

  • City services and utility billsContact the city office for utility billing, online payment help, and other city services.
  Call 605-449-4455DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofemerysd.com

• Older adults · City office

  Emery Senior Center

  163 N 3rd St, Emery, SD 57332

  Help here

  • Senior centerCall the center to ask about its services and activities for older adults.
  Call 605-449-4336DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofemerysd.com

City of Emery website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Emery

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Job help near Emery

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

CareerOneStop lists no American Job Center in Emery. These are the closest.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Mitchell American Job Center

  Also helps young people

  22 miles away

  1321 North Main St., Mitchell, SD 57301-1354

  Hours: Monday - Friday Call for an appointment

  Call 605-773-3372DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on June 3, 2026

• American Job Center

  Yankton American Job Center

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  49 miles away

  3113 Spruce Street, Suite 124, Yankton, SD 57078-5320

  Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm, Thursday 9 am to 5 pm

  Call 605-773-3372DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on June 3, 2026

• American Job Center

  Sioux Falls American Job Center

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  49 miles away

  1501 S. Highline Avenue, Suite 1D, Sioux Falls, SD 57110

  Hours: Monday thru Friday: 8am - 5pm

  Call 605-773-3372DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on June 3, 2026

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Offices for all of Hanson County

Emery is in Hanson County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · State office

  South Dakota Department of Health, Mitchell Local Agency

  1420 N. Main Street, Mitchell, SD 57301

  Help here

  • 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
  Call 605-995-8050DirectionsWebsite

  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
  Call 605-995-8000DirectionsWebsite

  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
  Call 605-239-4714DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hansoncountysd.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  South Dakota 211 Helpline Center

  Help here

  • Help finding local servicesCall 211 to find local help with needs such as food, housing, bills, and health care.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on helplinecenter.org

• 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.
  Call 605-239-4245DirectionsWebsite

  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.
  Call 605-239-4218DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hansoncountysd.gov

Everything 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