SD Statewide Independent Living Council - SILC

01/30/2026

The SILC needs a few more responses to their survey - please share with individuals with disabilities, family members and others. Input will be utilized in developing the next State Plan for Independent Living.
The survey takes less than 10 minutes to complete!

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01/27/2026

ATTENTION! Are you looking for an opportunity to level up your leadership and advocacy skills?

The SD Council on DD and the USD Center for Disabilities has come together to help provide an opportunity for individuals with I/DD, family members of individuals with I/DD, or professionals working with those who have I/DD (see eligibility section below) to attend this amazing 10-month long VIRTUAL series.

If you'd like to apply to be considered for one of the sponsorships, please email Jessica Lamb at jessica.lamb@state.sd.us to receive an application. Hurry - applications are due to back to the Council by February 6!

01/26/2026

South Dakota Parent Connection is excited to launch Families Together, a statewide virtual support group for parents and guardians of children and young adults with disabilities.

Each monthly session includes a short topic-based training followed by discussion and shared support from other parents across South Dakota.

🗓 Date: Third Tuesday of each month, beginning February 17, 2026
Time: 7:00-8:00 CT / 6:00-7:00 MT
📌 February Topic: Understanding the IEP Process
📧 Send IEP questions to kristau@sdparent.org

🔗 Sign up here: https://sdparent.org/event/families-together-support-group/

01/21/2026

Now accepting nominations!
We are seeking nominations for the Board of Vocational Rehabilitation (BVR) and the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC).

These councils help shape services that support independence, employment, and opportunity across South Dakota. Nominations are due Friday, February 20, 2026.

Nomination form: https://bhssc.link/BVR-SILC-nom-form26
Nomination packet:
https://bhssc.link/BVR-SILC-nom-packet26

Your voice helps strengthen our community’s future!

01/14/2026

https://www.keloland.com/keloland-com-original/investors-to-develop-south-dakotas-first-cohousing-community/

VERMILLION, S.D. (KELO) — A group of local investors are planning to build the state’s first cohousing community in Vermillion. Five acres of land, as part of a 15-acre parcel near the …

01/08/2026

Join us next Monday, January 12th at the Watertown Police Department, for an informational meeting on Shared Living. Learn how Shared Living can support you and your loved one with disabilities holistically, relationally, and financially.

This informational session is free and does not require a sign up. Come join us!

01/07/2026

Recent changes to eligibility with ABLE accounts - now requires an "Eligible Individual" to have a qualifying disability that started prior to age 46

ABLEnow accounts are available to eligible individuals nationwide. Not sure if you're eligible? Learn more here.

01/06/2026

The Statewide Independent Living Council would appreciate your feedback - seeking input to be utilized with developing the next 3 year state plan!

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01/06/2026

Self-advocates, are you looking for an opportunity to build your leadership skills? Check out this opportunity to attend the Self-Advocate Retreat 2026 in Pierre in 2026 - apply today! Space is limited.

Please contact Jessica Lamb at 605-773-6369 or jessica.lamb@state.sd.us with questions.

Link to the application: https://forms.gle/nVtgVyyUnSJLKAjXA

01/06/2026

The Council will be holding their Winter Quarterly Meeting on January 7, 2026 from 1:00 - 5:00 PM, CST - virtually.

For agenda and other meeting related documents, please visit:
https://boardsandcommissions.sd.gov/Meetings.aspx?BoardID=28

To listen to the livestream of the event courtesy of SDPB, please click here: https://www.sdpb.org/sdnetwork/5

If you would like to give public comment, please email Jessica Lamb at jessica.lamb@state.sd.us for meeting information.

12/29/2025

https://www.dakotanewsnow.com/2025/12/17/brookings-pd-launches-blue-envelope-program/

The Brookings Police Department has announced the launch of the new Blue Envelope Program in partnership with Disability Awareness Training.

12/29/2025