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5.8/ 10Fair
How this score breaks down
State licensed & listed with SAMHSA4 / 4.0
Accreditation0 / 1.8
Levels of care0.6 / 2.1
Patient ratings0.94 / 1.5
Insurance & payment access0.25 / 0.6
Patient ratings use 5 Google reviews (5.0★), weighted toward a 4.0 average until there are enough reviews to be reliable.
About Action for the Betterment of – Our Community
Located at 1428 Short Track Road in Sturgis, South Dakota, Action for the Betterment of – Our Community is a nonprofit addiction treatment program.
Care options include standard outpatient counseling, co-occurring (dual diagnosis) mental health treatment, transitional or sober living housing, and telehealth therapy. Clinicians use approaches such as brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, contingency management/motivational incentives, motivational interviewing, and Matrix Model.
Payment options include government funding for people who qualify, Medicaid, cash or self-payment, and state-financed health insurance. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so verify benefits before admission.
The program accepts children and adolescents, young adults, and seniors. It offers specialized groups for adolescents, young adults, women, men, and seniors or older adults.
Action for the Betterment of – Our Community is licensed or certified by the state substance use treatment agency.
How Action for the Betterment of – Our Community compares
Based on SAMHSA-listed programs in our directory. Rankings use the StartDrugRehab Score; facilities can't pay to change them. Distances are straight-line.
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Who they serve & support services
Specialized groups
Adolescents
Young adults
Adult women
Adult men
Seniors or older adults
Veterans
Active duty military
Members of military families
Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders
Clients who have experienced trauma
Recovery support
Self-help groups
Housing services
Assistance with obtaining social services
Recovery coach
Mentoring/peer support
Employment counseling or training
Counseling & education
Substance use disorder education
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Family counseling
Marital/couples counseling
Vocational training or educational support (for example, high school coursework, GED preparation, etc.)
Ancillary services
Case management service
Social skills development
Licensing & accreditation
State substance use treatment agency
Ages accepted
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Seniors
Operated by
Private non-profit organization
Treatment access in Meade County, SD
2Treatment facilities
0Offer detox
1Buprenorphine or methadone
0Offer 24-hour care
Meade County, SD has 2 SAMHSA-listed addiction treatment facilities for 30,918 residents. No facility in the county lists detox services, so people who need medically supervised withdrawal usually have to travel to another county first.
Source: StartDrugRehab Treatment Deserts 2026, built from SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, U.S. Census 2024 population estimates and CDC overdose data. Counts are SAMHSA-listed facilities only.
Location
Address1428 Short Track Road P.O. Box 188 Sturgis, SD 57785
Questions about Action for the Betterment of – Our Community
What services does Action for the Betterment of – Our Community offer?
Action for the Betterment of – Our Community lists the following levels of care: outpatient, dual diagnosis, sober living / transitional housing, and telehealth. Services can change, so confirm current programs before admission.
Does Action for the Betterment of – Our Community accept insurance?
According to SAMHSA data, Action for the Betterment of – Our Community accepts federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs, medicaid, cash or self-payment, and state-financed health insurance plan other than medicaid. Your exact coverage depends on your plan and network status. You can check your benefits with your insurer, or call (833) 589-6933 for a free benefits check.
Does Action for the Betterment of – Our Community offer detox?
Action for the Betterment of – Our Community does not list detox services. If you need medically supervised withdrawal first, see detox programs or call (833) 589-6933 for help finding one.
Is Action for the Betterment of – Our Community licensed?
Action for the Betterment of – Our Community reports licensing or certification from: State substance use treatment agency.
Who does Action for the Betterment of – Our Community treat?
Action for the Betterment of – Our Community accepts children/adolescents, young adults, and seniors. Specialized groups include adolescents, young adults, adult women, adult men, and seniors or older adults.
How many addiction treatment programs are in Meade County, SD?
Meade County, SD has 2 SAMHSA-listed treatment facilities for about 30,918 residents: 0 list detox services, 1 offer buprenorphine or methadone treatment and 0 offer 24-hour care (2026 data).
What is Action for the Betterment of – Our Community's Google rating?
Action for the Betterment of – Our Community has a 5.0-star rating from 5 Google reviews (as of November 2026). Ratings reflect individual experiences and are not a measure of clinical quality.
How do I get admitted to Action for the Betterment of – Our Community or a similar program?
Admission usually starts with a phone screening and insurance check, followed by an assessment. You can contact Action for the Betterment of – Our Community directly at 605-347-2991. Our admissions helpline at (833) 589-6933 can connect you with a licensed treatment provider, which may not be Action for the Betterment of – Our Community. Our helpline is not affiliated with Action for the Betterment of – Our Community.
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Source: SAMHSA FindTreatment.gov, data updated October 2026. Facilities report this information to SAMHSA, and it can change, so confirm details before admission. Logo courtesy of sturgisabc.wixsite.com. A listing is not an endorsement. StartDrugRehab.com is not affiliated with Action for the Betterment of – Our Community.
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