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.
August 05, 2026
The popular Heirlooms: Wisdom Writing Workshop will be available in person in three communities during Healthy Aging Month in September.
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 a Wisdom Writing Workshop on September 24 from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. CDT at the Lake County Museum (221 NE 8th St, Madison, SD 57042).
SDSU Extension will host a Wisdom Writing Workshop on September 12 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. CDT at the Mellette County Museum (502 N Main St, White River, SD 57579).
SDSU Extension will host a Wisdom Writing Workshop on September 9 from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. MT in Highland Senior Solutions (10907 Sourdough Road, Belle Fourche, SD 57717).
SDSU Extension provides education and resources for older adults and their families.
July 13, 2026
Registration is now open for the 2026 Purposeful Retirement Online Book Club, hosted by South Dakota State University Extension and North Dakota State University Extension.
SDSU Extension and NDSU Extension will host an online purposeful retirement book club beginning September 9 at 10:00 a.m. CDT (9:00 a.m. MT) and meeting every other week through November 18.
June 18, 2026
South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce the next offering of the Heirlooms: Wisdom Writing Workshop in July.
Aging Mastery program enrollment and participant outcomes report.