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As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
AARP South Dakota salutes the service and sacrifice of our state’s veterans and military families.
October marks the start of Medicare open enrollment, and unfortunately, the peak season for Medicare fraud.
Fraud today is largely run by sophisticated, large-scale operations led by transnational crime groups, stealing an estimated $158 billion from Americans in a single year.
Livability means different things to different people — but basically, it means an environment that supports people of all ages, abilities, and income levels.
“If you want something done, ask a busy person!”
A law passed in 2015 requires Medicare to remove Social Security numbers from Medicare cards. Beneficiaries will begin to receive their new cards in May, and the rollout will continue into 2019. This is a good move, since Social Security numbers are the key to identity theft, and having them displayed on Medicare cards has long presented a risk. Unfortunately, scammers have come up with ways to take advantage of this change.
What’s the best way to protect yourself from con artists' latest tricks? Learn how a scam works. What's the best way to do that? Go to the source.
Join our series of online Q&A sessions to learn how to avoid them.
Our online Q&A sessions can help you keep your loved one secure.
Every two seconds in the US, someone's identity is stolen, resulting in tens of billions of dollars landing in the pockets of con artists and other unsavory criminals. AARP South Dakota is warning our members to be extra vigilant as tax season comes to a close. South Dakotans filed more than 3,200 consumer complaints of fraud and identity theft last year, 33% of which were employment or tax-related.
The main run of the 2018 South Dakota Legislative Session has ended but AARP South Dakota and our advocates continue to fight for and equip the 50+ in our state to live their best lives. Take a moment to review all of our work in South Dakota, and look forward to the year ahead.
A surge in television, radio and internet ads from law firms and lawsuit marketing companies is causing some patients to take serious risks. While “opt-in” notices are required for law firms bringing class action complaints, the rhetoric of these ads have frightened some patients into stopping critical life-saving medications without consulting a healthcare practitioner.
Join our online Q&A sessions to learn how to age-proof your career.
The main run of the 2018 South Dakota Legislative Session has ended and AARP SD is proud to have worked on many important issues that impact the 50+ population in South Dakota.
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