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AARP South Dakota
News and events for the 50+ and their families in the Rushmore State
The calendar has turned to March, which means basketball, the return of Daylight Savings Time (reminder: turn your clocks ahead an hour this weekend!) and the end of the 100th Legislative Session.
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 part-time jobs.
AARP South Dakota hosted volunteers from across the state in Pierre January 27-28 for their annual Volunteer Summit and Lobby Day at the Capitol.
Dealing with fraud in the aftermath can be scary.
We have all the information you need to know about our advocacy efforts and how you can get involved.
Find free online and in-person local events designed with you in mind. Discover fun exercise classes, healthy cooking demos, helpful workshops, and more.
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Senate and Assembly Budgets Stand Up for Family Caregivers But Leave Older NYers Vulnerable to Scams
Both houses boost funding for in-home services yet fail to include elder financial exploitation protections in plans
The Credit for Caring Act, if enacted, would offer up to a $5,000 nonrefundable federal tax credit to help offset family caregiving-related expenses, such as home care aides, adult day services, home modifications and respite care.
As AARP heads into the state budget season, we have put in action a dynamic plan to gain support and momentum for our policy priorities.
Every week we are posting about the latest scams to look out for, make sure to come back regularly to stay up to date. We know if you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam!
Join AARP Chicago and the Urban Environmentalists of Illinois for a virtual event March 14 at 1 p.m. to hear the story of a Chicago family that has successfully added an ADU to their property.
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, the bill's sponsor, thanked for championing financial relief for family caregivers
Beginning May 7, 2025, the federal government will require every person 18 years and older to present a REAL ID-compliant state-issued driver’s license or ID card or another acceptable form of identification — like a valid U.S. passport — to board a flight within the U.S. or enter a secure federal building.
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