Yankton County

Local offices in Yankton County

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

• Public health · State office

  Yankton County Office of Family & Child Services

  321 W 3rd St., Suite B01, Yankton, SD 57078

  Help here

  • WICGet nutrition support and food benefits for eligible women, infants, and children.Read more
  • Immunizations and health screeningsAsk about immunizations, growth screenings, and school health screenings.
  • Prenatal and postpartum servicesGet education and support during pregnancy and after a birth.
  Call 605-668-2901DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.yankton.sd.us

• Child support · State office

  South Dakota Division of Child Support, Yankton Office

  3113 Spruce St., Suite 200, Yankton, SD 57078-5320

  Help here

  • Child support servicesApply for help establishing and collecting child support.Read more
  Call 605-668-3030DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dss.sd.gov

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211 Helpline Center

  Help here

  • Help finding local resourcesCall 211 any time to find help with food, housing, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

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

• Veterans · County office

  Yankton County Veteran's Service Office

  321 W 3rd St., Suite 207, Yankton, SD 57078

  Help here

  • Veterans claims and transportationGet help submitting VA claims and arranging DAV van transportation.
  Call 605-260-4400DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.yankton.sd.us

• Emergency help · County office

  Yankton County Emergency Management

  807 Capitol Street, Yankton, SD 57078

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet help preparing for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies.
  Call 605-668-5289DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.yankton.sd.us

• Jobs and training · State office

  Yankton Job Service Office

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

  Help here

  • Job search and career servicesGet help with job searches, resumes, interviews, and training options.
  Call 605-773-3372DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dlr.sd.gov

• State office

  Yankton Driver License Exam Station

  3113 Spruce Street, Suite 109, Yankton, SD 57078

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identification cardsApply for or renew a driver license or state identification card.Read more
  Call 605-773-6883DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dps.sd.gov

• Library · City office

  Yankton Community Library

  515 Walnut Street, Yankton, SD 57078

  Help here

  • Library materials and public accessBorrow books and other materials, use public computers, and get help finding information.
  Call 605-668-5275DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofyankton.org

Yankton County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Yankton County

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

Cities and towns in Yankton County

• Gayville
• Lesterville
• Mission Hill
• Utica
• Volin
• Yankton

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