Volunteers of America Dakotas

Supportive Treatment for Substance Use and Mental Health

Volunteers of America Dakotas provides outpatient and residential services for individuals managing substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns. Care begins with thorough assessments, including mental health screening, substance use evaluations, and medical history reviews. Treatment options integrate evidence-based therapy, trauma-related counseling, and 12-step work delivered through individual, group, couples, and family sessions. Telehealth therapy expands access for those balancing work, childcare, or transportation barriers. Case management includes social skills development, housing assistance, employment counseling, and access to self-help groups.

Residential Services for Pregnant and Parenting Women

The New Start residential program offers a secure setting designed specifically for pregnant and parenting women with substance use and co-occurring mental health needs. Mothers may reside with their children, allowing families to remain together while receiving care. Participants work on addressing substance use, mental health conditions, and legal or child-welfare challenges while developing parenting and independent living skills. The program also provides access to prenatal, postpartum, and pediatric care.

Flexible Outpatient and Continuing Care Options

Outpatient offerings range from intensive outpatient programming (IOP) to regular outpatient counseling, providing flexible options for adolescents and adults who do not require 24-hour care. These programs include individual, group, and family therapy, substance use assessments, and walk-in evaluation hours for quicker access to support. Treatment incorporates relapse-prevention planning, skills development, and education on substance use and mental health. After completing services, clients can transition into continuing-care programming, which provides follow-up sessions, coordination with community resources, and ongoing counseling.

Recovery Resources and Community Support

The organization offers a wide range of supportive services that reinforce recovery beyond formal treatment. Clients can access peer mentoring to help rebuild healthy routines and supportive relationships. Housing assistance and help obtaining social services address stability needs that often affect treatment engagement. Additional offerings include vocational training, smoking and vaping cessation, and treatment for gambling concerns. Mental health care and integrated primary care services ensure clients can manage physical and behavioral health needs together.