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Source review: Oct 13, 2026

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  • Enrollment must begin during pregnancy; the program confirms individual requirements.
  • A current deadline was not confirmed; check with the organization before applying.
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Childcare & early childhoodProgramState program · SD

South Dakota Department of Health

South Dakota Bright Start

Nurse support for first-time mothers during pregnancy and until the child turns two.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Submit the official Referral Form during pregnancy or contact the listed regional intake specialist.

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    Submit the official Referral Form during pregnancy or contact the listed regional intake specialist.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

SD; the organization confirms the service area and applicable requirements.

  • SD

What it offers

A free personal nurse, guidance and connections to family services.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

South Dakota residents expecting their first baby who meet income requirements or a qualifying risk factor.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

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Verification status
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Source review
Oct 13, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 13, 2026
Last updated
Oct 13, 2026

Verification documents the evidence reviewed at that time. A working link alone does not establish availability, and verification is never a guarantee of eligibility.

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