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At CACS we are proud to…

Provide exceptional and effective care to individuals and families in central South Dakota by empowering those we serve, focusing on strengths, and promoting wellness within our communities.

Mental Health Services

At CACS, our trained and experienced staff provide responsive, effective, and individualized therapeutic care across the lifespan. Mental health is an integral part of overall health and wellness. CACS professionals recognize that each person brings unique experiences, strengths, and goals that drive their plans for services.  Treatment recommendations consider personal needs and preferences and may include individual, group, or family sessions. CACS offers the unique ability to connect to multiple treatment teams and resources internally, as well as having the ability to also wrap in a network of supports within the community to provide the most comprehensive care.  Regardless of where a person is in their journey, CACS strives to create a safe place for all to explore their experiences and build skills to enhance their lives. 

Substance Use Services

​A substance use disorder (SUD) is a disease that occurs when the recurrent use of alcohol and/or drugs causes significant impairments in an individual’s life. Impairments may include physical or mental health problems, disability, and failure to meet primary responsibilities at work, school, or home.  Substance use disorders can range from mild to severe. The first step in getting help for substance use is to complete a comprehensive assessment. At CACS, our qualified SUD staff can provide assessment services and treatment recommendations. Treatment recommendations for substance use disorders are individualized to the person’s needs through various professional and natural supports such as outpatient treatment, support groups, and peer specialists.

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Psychiatric Services

A psychiatric provider is a medical provider who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illnesses, including substance abuse disorders. Psychiatric providers are uniquely qualified to assess both the mental and physical aspects of psychological disturbance. Their medical education has given them a full working knowledge of the many causes for a patient’s feelings and symptoms. Equipped with this understanding, psychiatric providers can make a complete, accurate diagnosis and then recommend or provide treatment.

Therapeutic Foster Care

Therapeutic Foster Care is a family foster home based treatment program. TFC parents provide nurturing basic day-to-day care for a foster child in a safe environment, but treatment foster parents are also expected to provide extra time and effort to help a child meet their emotional and behavioral needs. The TFC clinical specialist and treatment parents partner with a treatment team including: the child’s therapist, school, medical providers, guardian agency and any others providing services to that child. The goal of the TFC Program is to address the causes of a child’s emotional problems and help them to change their behavior allowing the child to live a more functional life in a family, school and community.

Therapeutic Foster Care
Zero Suicide

Zero Suicide

Zero Suicide is an aspirational challenge and practical framework with the foundational belief that suicide deaths for individuals under the care of health and behavioral health systems are preventable. Using the Zero Suicide framework, Capital Area Counseling Services (CACS) is dedicated to a system-wide transformation toward safer suicide care by routinely and consistently embedding evidence-based practices focused on patient safety and offering hope for recovery for people at risk for suicide.  

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📢 We're Taking Action to Save Lives!

We’re thrilled to announce, in partnership with Emily's Hope, the installation of a Naloxone Dispenser Box at Capital Area Counseling Service! 💊 This life-saving resource is the first of its kind in central South Dakota. It provides free and easy access to naloxone (Narcan), an essential tool for reversing opioid overdoses and preventing unnecessary tragedies in our community.

💙 Why it matters:
Opioid overdoses can happen to anyone, anywhere. By making naloxone accessible, we’re empowering individuals to act quickly and save lives in critical moments.

🌟 How to Use:

The box is located at Capital Area Counseling Service, 2001 Eastgate Avenue, Pierre. Access it during CACS business hours. Inside, you’ll find a Naloxone Harm Reduction Kit, which includes:
☑️ Information on warning signs of an overdose
☑️ Step-by-step instructions on what to do in case of an opioid overdose
☑️ Two doses of Narcan

Together, we can build a safer, more compassionate community. Share this post to help spread the word and make a difference! 🙌

💡 Our Goal: We aim to install a Naloxone Dispenser Box in every community in central South Dakota. If you or your business is interested in partnering with us to make this happen, please reach out at 605-224-5811 or send us a message.

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For mental health emergencies call or text 988 (the suicide and crisis line).

We are looking for a Custodian for our office!

Are you are looking for a rewarding career with a positive and supportive work environment, great benefits, and really great co-workers ? 😁

Check out our current job vacancies on our website!

Questions about a vacancy or how to apply? Call Kellie Shuman at 224-5811
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We are looking for a Custodian for our office!

Are you are looking for a rewarding career with a positive and supportive work environment, great benefits, and really great co-workers ? 😁

Check out our current job vacancies on our website!

Questions about a vacancy or how to apply? Call Kellie Shuman at 224-5811

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For mental health emergencies call or text 988 (the suicide and crisis lifeline). ... See MoreSee Less

For mental health emergencies call or text 988 (the suicide and crisis lifeline).

We are looking for a Custodian for our office!

Are you are looking for a rewarding career with a positive and supportive work environment, great benefits, and really great co-workers ? 😁

Check out our current job vacancies on our website!

Questions about a vacancy or how to apply? Call Kellie Shuman at 224-5811
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We are looking for a Custodian for our office!

Are you are looking for a rewarding career with a positive and supportive work environment, great benefits, and really great co-workers ? 😁

Check out our current job vacancies on our website!

Questions about a vacancy or how to apply? Call Kellie Shuman at 224-5811

We are looking for an Administrative Assistant for our front office!

Are you are looking for a rewarding career with a positive and supportive work environment, great benefits, and really great co-workers ? 😁

Check out our current job vacancies on our website!

Questions about a vacancy or how to apply? Call Kellie Shuman at 224-5811
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We are looking for an Administrative Assistant for our front office!  

Are you are looking for a rewarding career with a positive and supportive work environment, great benefits, and really great co-workers ? 😁
  
Check out our current job vacancies on our website! 

Questions about a vacancy or how to apply?  Call Kellie Shuman at 224-5811

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Interested in bringing Mental Health First Aid to your workplace or community?

Contact us at 605-224-5811 or email Jana at jana.boocock@cacsnet.org.🌟 Announcing the Newest Mental Health First Aiders in Central South Dakota! 🌟

We’re thrilled to welcome our newest group of Mental Health First Aiders! A huge thank you to Dodi Haug from the NE Prevention Resource Center, Human Service Agency for joining us and training community members on how to identify and respond to individuals experiencing a mental health challenge. 💚

Interested in bringing Mental Health First Aid to your workplace or community? Contact us at 605-224-5811 or email Jana at jana.boocock@cacsnet.org.

Together, we are making a difference!

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AWESOME!! 👏🏽 ⛑️ 

Interested in bringing Mental Health First Aid to your workplace or community? 

Contact us at 605-224-5811 or email Jana at jana.boocock@cacsnet.org.

📣 We are still looking for an exceptional Administrative Assistant to join our team!We are looking for an Administrative Assistant for our front office!

Are you are looking for a rewarding career with a positive and supportive work environment, great benefits, and really great co-workers ? 😁

Check out our current job vacancies on our website!

Questions about a vacancy or how to apply? Call Kellie Shuman at 224-5811
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📣 We are still looking for an exceptional Administrative Assistant to join our team!
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