Midwest Counseling & Evaluation Services, LLC

02/22/2023

The office will be closed 2/22 and 2/23 due to inclement weather. Stay safe!

12/13/2022

Our next Avera Family Forum Series episode will focus on gaming addiction. Check back on Tuesday, December 20, at 6 pm to learn more about this important topic. (Video link will be shared here at that time.)

12/06/2022

Mental health practitioners in the Metro are sounding the alarm. They say resources for kids are especially scarce.

08/06/2022

Registration now open: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9CH72QF

07/02/2022

12:00 pm CT / 11:00 am MT

Topic: Breaking The Stigma- Caring for a child with Autism
Time: Jul 12, 2022 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting
https://link.edgepilot.com/s/88dc4a10/twsQD11LUEuAAlVgwSCEOg?u=https://state-sd.zoom.us/j/93238597038?pwd=QloxNWFPS0dMY1pDK3lxbGRYZUlsZz09

Meeting ID: 932 3859 7038
Passcode: 303911

05/22/2022

Mandatory reporters are an essential part in the South Dakota child protection system. Here at CPCM we value our mandatory reporters and the work they do in keeping the children of South Dakota safe. We offer free online training for mandatory reporters and members of the public. More information about our online training and mandatory reporting can be found at the link down below.

https://sdcpcm.com/program/mandatory-reporters/

05/03/2022

Emily’s Hope has partnered with the Iowa-based Living Undeterred 2022 Tour to change the narrative on mental health, substance use disorder, and overdose. On Tuesday, May 10th, you’ll hear from several advocates working to raise awareness and end the overdose epidemic. This event is FREE and open to the public. Learn more https://bit.ly/3MtmFAl

Meet one of our panelists, Dr. Stanley, the Vice President of Avera Behavioral Health, and the Medical Director of the Avera Addiction Care Center.

04/26/2022

*SAVE THE DATE*
On Tuesday, May 10th, the Living Undeterred Tour will stop in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Emily's Hope has partnered with the Iowa-based tour to change the narrative on mental health, substance use disorder, and overdose. You'll hear from several advocates working to raise awareness and end the overdose epidemic, including Jeff Johnston and Angela Kennecke!

This event is FREE, open to the public and will be happening from 6-8 pm on the Augustana University campus at the Mikkelson Family Auditorium inside the Froiland Science Complex. You won't want to miss this free event!

Learn more - https://bit.ly/3MtmFAl

04/15/2022

04/07/2022

Are you thinking about getting a protection order? The Clerk of Courts-Civil Division in the Minnehaha County Courthouse can provide the needed paperwork and guidance.

Additionally, if you are needing assistance completing the order or wanting court advocacy reach out to Children’s Inn or The Compass Center.

03/26/2022

I am now trained and certified as a Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC). I am specialty-trained in the unique culture of First Responders and Law Enforcement Officers. I am looking forward to supporting those that protect all of us.

03/22/2022

South Dakota School for the Deaf is offering a lunchtime functional sign language class for families and professionals of children who are deaf or hard of hearing.

See flyer for details, use this link to sign up- https://forms.gle/hgkpp4YMUSuv8dUm9

03/18/2022

2022 South Dakota Legislative Session Center for the Prevention of Child Maltreatment Week 9 Update – March 7-11, 2022 Lawmakers left Pierre this year after passing a budget that gives 6% raises to educators, state employees and healthcare providers, proposals that were priorities of Gov. Kristi N...

03/18/2022

UPCOMING PARENT TRAININGS

~In Rapid City or Live Online Where It's Convenient For You~

Understanding 504 Plans & IEPs-https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JZ5PSFB

Understanding Accommodations & Modifications- https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QK7ZY5V

Transition- https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Q8VX9L3

03/15/2022

New foster parent classes start soon! Visit dss.sd.gov/childprotection/fostercare/adopt to learn more. Commit to know more about becoming a foster parent at www.StrongerFamiliesTogether.com or by calling 888.201.5061.

03/08/2022

South Dakota’s first responders face stress on a regular basis. Taking care of yourself is important too. Start the conversation about how you are feeling.