South Dakota Disability Resources
If you just got hurt on the job, received a diagnosis, or need to understand what South Dakota offers for people with disabilities, this page covers the major programs and how to access them.
Workers' Compensation
The South Dakota Division of Labor and Management handles workers' compensation.
What to do if you're hurt at work:- Report the injury to your employer within 3 business days.
- Seek medical treatment.
- File a claim if benefits are denied.
- Notify your employer within 3 business days.
- File a formal petition within 2 years.
- Phone: 605-773-3681
- Web: dlr.sd.gov/workers_compensation
State Disability Programs
South Dakota does not have a state disability insurance program. Apply through federal SSDI/SSI.
Medicaid
South Dakota Medicaid is administered by the Department of Social Services.
How to apply:- Online at dss.sd.gov
- By phone: 605-773-3165
Vocational Rehabilitation
South Dakota Division of Rehabilitation Services helps people with disabilities find employment. Contact:- Phone: 605-773-3195
- Web: dhs.sd.gov/rehabservices
Disability Rights
Disability Rights South Dakota is the state's federally designated Protection and Advocacy organization. Contact:- Phone: 605-224-8294 / 1-800-658-4782
- Web: drsdlaw.org
Veterans Services
The South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs provides state-level assistance.
Contact:- Phone: 605-773-3269
- Web: vetaffairs.sd.gov
State Employment Protections
South Dakota has the South Dakota Human Relations Act, which prohibits disability discrimination for employers with 1 or more employees.
Where to file a complaint:- South Dakota Division of Human Rights: 605-773-4493
- Web: dlr.sd.gov/human_rights
Key Contacts
| Agency | Phone | Website | |--------|-------|---------| | Workers' Compensation | 605-773-3681 | dlr.sd.gov | | Medicaid | 605-773-3165 | dss.sd.gov | | Division of Rehabilitation Services | 605-773-3195 | dhs.sd.gov | | Disability Rights SD | 1-800-658-4782 | drsdlaw.org | | Division of Human Rights | 605-773-4493 | dlr.sd.gov | | Social Security Administration | 1-800-772-1213 | ssa.gov |