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Spring into Action for Better Walking and Biking in Your Community

Posted on 03/25/25

Spring is here! Warmer weather means getting outside to take a walk and tuning up the bike for a ride.…
Survey: Nearly 1 in 5 South Dakotans Age 45+ Are Caregivers

Posted on 02/28/25

Nearly 20 percent of South Dakotans age 45 and over are currently providing unpaid care to an adult relative or friend. Many of them are juggling those caregiving duties with full- or…
What's On the Minds of Older South Dakotans?

Posted on 12/17/24

When it comes to aging, South Dakotans are concerned about their Social Security benefits, as well as having enough income or savings to retire and being able to afford groceries or other…
AARP Fitness Parks Make it Fun and Easy to Exercise and Connect Your Community

Posted on 11/19/24

We all know that getting outside and moving has benefits, especially for those aged 50 and older. From improving heart, bone and brain health to reducing stress, improving sleep, and combatting…
Want to Live a Lifetime Safely in Your Home? Hear from the Experts

Posted on 11/19/24

More than 25 percent of adults age 65 and older fall every year and many of those accidents occur at home. So, AARP wants to help you make your home safer for your loved ones.…
How and Where to Get COVID-19 Vaccines in South Dakota

Posted on 09/26/24

South Dakota residents can schedule new COVID-19 vaccine appointments or walk into a nearby pharmacy to get a shot. Here’s how to find an updated vaccine near you.…
NEW AARP Report: Impact of Historic Medicare Rx Out-of-Pocket Spending Cap on South Dakota Seniors

Posted on 08/29/24

AARP released a report this week showing an estimated 6,267 South Dakotans on Medicare prescription drug plans will see savings thanks to a new out-of-pocket cap that starts January 1, 2025.…
What You Need to Know About Amendment F

Posted on 08/23/24 - By Mary Michaels

South Dakota voters have the opportunity to help their friends and neighbors keep valuable health care coverage by voting NO on Amendment F in November.…
New AARP Scorecard: South Dakota Ranks #36 in the Country for Long-Term Care Services and Supports for Older Americans, Including Family Caregivers

Posted on 09/28/23

AARP’s new Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Scorecard finds that care provided in the United States for older adults and people with disabilities is inadequate. The report finds major gaps in…
South Dakota Parks Have "Unbe-leaf-able" Views

Posted on 08/02/23 - By Jenna Miles

AARP South Dakota is offering free state park hikes each month through September.…