Child Protection Services | South Dakota Department of Social Services
404 3rd Avenue, Martin, SD 57551
Eligibility
Open to all
Hours
8:00am - 5:00pm (CT), Monday - Friday
After hours contact local law enforcement
877-244-0864
Voice·
To report abuse during regular business hours Intake
Interpretation services
Go to https://dss.sd.gov/ and scroll all the way to the bottom to see various languages/translations.
Application process
Call to report suspected abuse or neglect.
Service area
SD
Other Information
Age Group
- Children (0-17)
- Young Adults (18-24)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Adults (25-64)
Investigates child abuse and neglect cases by working with the State's Attorney, law enforcement, and community resources to determine extent of alleged child abuse or neglect.
Other services include adoptions, licensing of foster homes, assessment services, case management, and intensive family services.
To report abuse or neglect, during regular business hours dial 877-244-0864. After business hours, contact local law enforcement.
Last assured
10/15/2025
Providing organization
South Dakota Department of Social Services
Offers a wide variety of services to the people of South Dakota including food cost assistance, temporary financial help, heating assistance and weatherization, child care assistance, and more.