Aging is an important process that we all experience. While achieving older age may include some challenges, aging well is an obtainable goal. This is not to suggest that a person will not experience chronic disease or disability. However, tips and tricks are available to reduce the risk of developing disease or disability and improve overall quality of life, even when faced with significant challenges or loss.
Aging Mastery program enrollment and participant outcomes report.
SDSU Extension provides education and resources for older adults and their families.
Heirlooms: Creative Life Story Writing workshops offer free, professional writing guidance on a variety of topics, including life story writing, obituaries and family history.
SDSU Extension will host an online wisdom writing workshop on July 18, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. CDT/ 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. CDT.
May 19, 2026
Families seeking educational resources on aging can now benefit from viewing the popular Aging Well series online.
April 21, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension and North Dakota State University Extension will host a free webinar series on aging well.
March 18, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce the next online offering of the Heirlooms: Wisdom Writing Workshop on March 31, 2026.
December 23, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension will host a series of Financial Fireside Chats webinars to help individuals strengthen their financial and personal well-being.
December 18, 2025
As we enter the holiday season, SDSU Extension wants to remind South Dakotans of the many resources available to help people in personal finance, health and wellness.
October 28, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension will continue to assist farmers and ranchers with long-term planning through its Sustaining the Legacy conferences across South Dakota this winter.