Older Adults

Over the next 20 years, the number of adults over the age of 65 will increase dramatically. SDSU Extension is devoted to providing programing to equip South Dakota communities to meet the opportunities and challenges of an aging population.

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We all want to enjoy life until the end of our days, but many of us avoid thinking about ourselves as older people. This panel discussion will challenge us to embrace aging so we create opportunities for growth and fulfillment in our 60s and beyond.

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A Profile of Older South Dakotans

The increase in the number of older people (65+) in South Dakota is arguably one of the most significant social changes of our time.

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SDSU Extension Awarded Two 2019 Administration for Community Living Grants

May 23, 2019

SDSU Extension recently received two 2019 Administration for Community Living Grants, to fund two unique programs focused on preventing falls and chronic disease self-management.
“By listening to the needs of South Dakotans and the communities who serve them, our team understands how we can implement research-based and proven programming to address their needs and benefit citizens across the state,” said Suzanne Stluka, SDSU Extension Food & Families Program Director.

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SDSU Extension Hosts Free Family Caregiving Lunch and Learn Webinar June 12, 2019

May 22, 2019

Gerontologists from SDSU Extension and North Dakota State University Extension are partnering to host a free webinar June 12, 2019. The webinar begins at 11 a.m. MDT/Noon CDT.

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Jun 12

Family Caregiving Lunch and Learn

North Dakota State University Extension and SDSU Extension gerontologists will be hosting a free lunch and learn webinar on June 12 at 11 AM MDT/Noon CDT.

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