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News about Cheyenne River Indian Outreach
Our newsroom provides information from Cheyenne River Indian Outreach and the Indian reservations we serve.
Newsroom stories:
- Other Ways to Help
We are always in need of new or gently used household items at Cheyenne River Indian Outreach.
Read more » - The Truth about Teen Dating Violence
Did you know one in three adolescents in the U.S. is a victim of physical, sexual, emotional or verbal abuse from a dating partner?
Read more » - How far is far?
How far do you drive to the grocery store? Do you have a Target or Walmart store near you? Do you know how far you would have to drive for these services if you lived on the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation?
Read more » - Child Services: Safe, Positive, Caring
You help create an environment that encourages youth to be respectful and caring, not only to others but to themselves.
Read more » - Special Needs for Christmas and the New Year
In addition to monetary gifts, Cheyenne River Indian Outreach gratefully accepts new or gently used clothing and household items to help victims of domestic violence.
Read more » - Winter weather on the South Dakota prairie
South Dakota winters are unpredictable — but even mild temperatures don’t allow us to turn the heat off!
Read more » - What are the holidays like at Cheyenne River Indian Outreach?
At Cheyenne River Indian Outreach, we like to do all the same things YOU and your family enjoy during the holidays!
Read more » - Meet our Staff!
Bree has worked with the Outreach program since 2016. Now helping others, she has her own journey of healing to share.
Read more » - Stalking Awareness
Outreach staff recently visited with junior high students about signs of stalking and what to do about it.
Read more » - Meet our staff!
Paulette has worked with youth at the Child Services Center since 2016.
Read more » - Violence in the South Dakota News
Miraculously surviving an attack meant to kill her, one survivor shares her story.
Read more » - Reclaiming your Spirit Retreat
Cheyenne River Indian Outreach helps women heal from trauma — inside and out.
Read more » - Natural Helpers Program returns to Cheyenne River
Staff from Cheyenne River Indian Outreach are proud to be part of the program, going strong in its second year.
Read more » - A Year of Gratitude
“It’s truly been a year to be thankful for!” said Greg, Director of Cheyenne River Indian Outreach.
Read more » - October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Thanks to caring friends — like you — the Sacred Heart Center served over 300 women and children victimized by domestic violence last year.
Read more » - Reaching out to the community, raising awareness
In the fight to keep Native American women and children safe, Cheyenne River Indian Outreach will host special activities in October for National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Read more » - A Summer of Gratitude
“It’s truly been a season to be thankful for!” said Greg, Director of Cheyenne River Indian Outreach.
Read more » - Long Term Effects of Domestic Violence
Concern about football injuries is all over the news. But what about the lasting consequences of domestic violence?
Read more at Kelo News » - Is Cheyenne River Indian Outreach an accredited organization?
Our Child Services Center is licensed by the State of South Dakota. Our domestic violence shelter participates in regular evaluations by the State of South Dakota, ensuring we are providing needed services and using funds appropriately.
Read more » - Wellness Mind, Body & Soul
“There’s so much more to living a healthy lifestyle than simply exercise and eating right,” said Breanne, Outreach Specialist for Cheyenne River Indian Outreach.
Read more » - Managing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Cheyenne River Indian Outreach is working to help people understand what PTSD is, how it might be affecting them and their community, and how to manage it.
Read more » - Protecting communities from meth, prescription drug abuse
Cheyenne River Indian Outreach is working hard to understand — and combat — drug abuse of every kind for Lakota youth and families.
Read more » - Teens Take on Wellness Internship
The internship, offered through the Cheyenne River Youth Project, helped students learn about holistic wellness physical fitness, nutrition and Lakota traditions and values.
Read more » - April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Cheyenne River Indian Outreach is working to educate the community and help victims.
Read more » - Meth: Raising awareness on Cheyenne River
Outreach staff help combat meth in their community
Read more » - What is Easter like at Cheyenne River Indian Outreach?
At Cheyenne River Indian Outreach, we like to do all the same things YOU and your family enjoy to celebrate Easter and the coming of spring!
Read more » - How are your New Year’s resolutions coming?
Have you resolved to declutter this year, but aren’t sure what to do with things once you’ve decided you don’t need it? Consider donating items you no longer use to Cheyenne River Indian Outreach! Keep your New Year’s resolution AND help victims of domestic violence.
Read more » - Reaching Those in Need
Cheyenne River Indian Outreach seeks to help victims of violence reclaim themselves.
Read more » - New Leadership at Cheyenne River Indian Outreach
Greg Fisher, longtime Chemical Dependency Counselor, has been named the new Director at Cheyenne River Indian Outreach.
Read more » - A gift from Arkansas
Lowell and Sarah work with their church family to provide necessities for the women and children who seek help at the Sacred Heart Center.
Read more » - Offering hope, one simple need at a time
Lakota (Sioux) families rely on Bear Necessities.
Read more » - In her own words
Jessica spent nearly two years in the care of the Child Services Center at Cheyenne River Indian Outreach. Thanks to you, she is more than a statistic!
Read more » - Educate, Empower, Uplift, Refresh!
The Sacred Heart Center recently hosted a special event designed to educate, empower, uplift and refresh local women leading into the fall and winter seasons.
Read more » - The Pipeline — more than just oil
Cheyenne River Indian Outreach is combating new dangers facing Native American women and children.
Read more » - Special Needs for Lakota (Sioux) Families
In addition to monetary gifts, Cheyenne River Indian Outreach gratefully accepts new or gently used clothing and household items to help victims of domestic violence.
Read more » - A New way to give!
We’re excited to tell you Cheyenne River Indian Outreach is now able to accept online donations!
Read more » - Raising awareness, saving lives!
In the fight to keep Native American women and children safe, Cheyenne River Indian Outreach held special activities for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, including a costume-clad walk to Scare Away Domestic Violence!
Read more » - Sacred Heart Center gets new name
After serving Native American families on the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation for nearly 30 years, the Sacred Heart Center program has been re-named Cheyenne River Indian Outreach — Programs of the Sacred Heart Center to better describe the vast services provided.
See services provided » - American Indian women victimized
American Indian women living on Indian reservations suffer domestic violence and physical assault at rates far exceeding women of other backgrounds.
Donate now » - Large territory presents service challenge
The Cheyenne River Indian Reservation covers an area the size of Connecticut! The counties making up this area are some of the poorest in the nation but some of the fastest growing in South Dakota.
Reservation Realities »