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Child Protection Services | South Dakota Department of Social Services

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.

Categories

State Government Agencies/DepartmentsChild Abuse Reporting/Emergency ResponseParenting Skills ClassesFoster Home Licensing

Physical Address

2001 9th Avenue S.W., Suite 300, Watertown, SD 57201

Hours

8:00am - 5:00pm (CT), Monday - Friday After hours contact local law enforcement

Voice

877-244-0864

To report abuse during regular business hours Intake

Voice

605-773-3227

To report abuse during regular business hours Intake

Website

https://dss.sd.gov/childprotection/

Application process

Call to report suspected abuse or neglect.

Eligibility

Open to all

Agency info

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.