Southeastern Behavioral HealthCare, a private, non-profit agency has emphasized the importance of emotional wellness – not only for individuals but also for entire communities, serving the four-county area of Lincoln, McCook, Minnehaha and Turner counties.  Since 1952, Southeastern has listened to the behavioral health care issues facing the Sioux Empire and responded with the appropriate services.  Southeastern is one of 11 Community Mental Health Centers (CMHC) in South Dakota dedicated to providing the citizens of this state with top quality, professional services to keep our individuals, families, schools, workplaces, and communities emotionally strong and healthy.  Today, Southeastern serves more than 4,000 children, adults and families each year.

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• 4,000 children, adults and families are served each year
• 34% of clients have an income below $5,000
• 55% have incomes below $10,000
• 71% have incomes below $15,000
• Counselors provide services to all three Sioux Falls High Schools, elementary, middle schools and alternative school settings
• Counselors also travel to Canton, Dell Rapids, Salem, Garretson and Lennox schools
• The Homeless Program serves 393 individuals
• The IMPACT Program provides high intensity services to 67 individuals
• The Clubhouse has 260 members and is open six days a week. 12,540 meals were served in 2010
• The Clubhouse provides opportunities for relationships, support, and development of social skills while working towards recovery.
• The School/Day Program, part of Education and Integration Services, supports 89 persons with developmental disabilities. 67 persons are supported in the residential program.