Journey Kids Daycare Center
804 S 5th St, Aberdeen, SD
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Helping Hands Childcare is a licensed child care center in Aberdeen, South Dakota. It is licensed by the state, for up to 20 children.
It is open Monday to Thursday, 7:30 AM to 5:15 PM; Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:15 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:15 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:15 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Licensed capacity | 20 childrenFrom the state license |
|---|
Cost
Helping Hands Childcare has not listed its tuition.
State record
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 13, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 7 rules in all
For comparison: 97% of South Dakota daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 7.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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67:42:17:33
“Is the hot water temperature at hand washing sinks used by children maintained at 120 degrees F or lower? 67:42:17:33”
61:15:05:10
“Are portable fire extinguishers charged, operable, and inspected annually by a qualified service technician? 61:15:05:10 NOTE: Minimum 2A rated on each level. No more than 75 feet travel distance to an extinguisher. One near food preparation.”
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
67:42:17:42
“Do children's records include name and DOB of child, parent/s names and contact information, emergency contact information, permission for emergency medical treatment, names of authorized individuals to pick up the child, health information including immunizations, allergies, or special needs, and start and end date of enrollment? 67:42:17:42”
67:42:17:35
“Is the playground equipment installed according to the manufacturer's instructions and in good repair? 67:42:17:35”
67:42:17:43
“Does the provider have documentation showing two fire evacuation drills, two shelter-in-place drills, and two lockdown drills conducted in the past calendar year? 67:42:17:43 Do children's records include name and DOB of child, parent/s names and contact information, emergency contact information, permission for emergency medical treatment, names of”
67:42:17:15
“Do employee records contain all required information? 67:42:17:15”
67:42:11:10
“If providing care for children under 5 years of age, are there self-closing, or tamper resistant childproof electrical covers on all outlets? 67:42:11:10”
67:42:10:09
“Are staff records complete? 67:42:10:09 Note: Staff records are to be maintained at the facility for 6 months following the end of employment.”
67:42:16:13
“Are children's records complete? 67:42:16:13 Note: Children's records are to be maintained at the facility for 6 months following the date care ceases.”
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FAQ
Yes. South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists it as licensed and operating.
South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Licensing and Accreditation lists the most recent visit on July 13, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 5 of 6 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 97% of South Dakota daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 7. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
20, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Monday to Thursday, 7:30 AM to 5:15 PM; Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (763) 732-9169 to ask.
(763) 732-9169.
901 6th Ave SW, Aberdeen, SD 57401. The nearest other daycare we list is Journey Kids Daycare Center, 0.3 miles away.