AARP South Dakota

Advocacy, education & community service. We are right here, in your community, cooler than you think & doing stuff that matters to you and your family.

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

Thank you, @SenatorRounds, for helping older Americans stay in their homes and communities as well as providing them with housing choices. We appreciate your leadership to help make rural housing more affordable and accessible #ROADtoHousing

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

Thank you, @LeaderJohnThune for your leadership in helping older Americans stay in their homes and communities as well as providing them with housing choices. #ROADtoHousing

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

🥁Drum roll please....we're excited to announce that 9 South Dakota organizations are receiving 2026 @AARPLivable Community Challenge Grants! Congratulations! 🎉 #AARPCommunityChallenge #LivableCommunities #AARPSouthDakota

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

☑️Absentee voting is open for the Sioux Falls City Run-off Election to be held on Tuesday, June 23. It is time to decide who will lead our city as Mayor and members of the Sioux Falls City Council. Make Your Voice Heard! Get election info here: https://t.co/OwmRDXbJBn. #Vote

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

The future of Sioux Falls is on the ballot.

From safe streets to smart growth, these decisions impact all of us—especially as our community grows and ages. We sat down with candidates to get their perspectives.

🎥 Watch now before Election Day (June 23): https://t.co/sUhFBX8W32

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

📢Every year, the #SocialSecurity Trustees Report provides an important snapshot of the long-term outlook for one of America’s most popular and important initiatives. This year’s report sends a clear message: Congress needs to act. Read more: https://t.co/YOQ5lPNsbC #WeEarnedIt

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

☑️Election Day is just 6 days away - are you ready? Get the details you need here: https://t.co/xOpoVGM0Y9

If you're in Sioux Falls, check out our Video Voter Guides with the Mayoral and At-Large Council Candidates: https://t.co/JplfMeL4kY

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

Remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice.🇺🇸 #AARPSalutesVets

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

Thank you, @paultenhaken, for leading the way to make Sioux Falls a great place to live as you age. Sioux Falls was the first in SD to join the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, and we look forward to working with the next administration to keep this good thing going!

[Paul TenHaken @paultenhaken]

I can attest, it's truly one of the best. Proud of what we continue to build in Sioux Falls, SD!

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

☑️Are you registered to vote in the June 2 primary? You might also have local elections happening, so check with your county auditor and be sure you're ready to vote! Get other important election information here: https://t.co/fnUVQFwb8v #VoteJune2

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

☑️We asked Sioux Falls Falls At-Large council candidates about managing the city’s growth.
Question3️⃣: What is your vision for accommodating growth in Sioux Falls through mixed-use and increased density without expanding sprawl? https://t.co/eonsQYRjqR
#VoteJune2 #LeadLocalSF

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

☑️We asked Sioux Falls Falls At-Large council candidates about how they would improve pedestrian safety.
Question2️⃣: What specific, measurable goals do you have for reducing pedestrian deaths and serious injuries? https://t.co/vZUUkdAvyK
#VoteJune2 #LeadLocalSF

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

☑️We asked At-Large city council candidates about making Sioux Falls more age-friendly.
Question1️⃣: With the population aging, how would you ensure residents can access housing, transportation or other services to help them age in place? https://t.co/Zacm8xNTK3 #VoteJune2

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

☑️We asked Sioux Falls mayoral candidates about their vision for managing the city’s growth.
Question3️⃣: What is your long-term vision for accommodating growth in Sioux Falls through mixed-use and increased density without expanding sprawl? https://t.co/LYAHZJXAcB #VoteJune2

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

We asked the Sioux Falls mayoral candidates about how to improve walkability and pedestrian safety.🚶Here's what they had to say.
Question2️⃣: What specific, measurable goals do you have for reducing pedestrian deaths and serious injuries? https://t.co/hlc6RQDYlK

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

We hope to see everyone tomorrow night - come check out our selfie station! 📷

[Downtown Sioux Falls @dtsiouxfalls]

Friday, May 1st welcomes #OpenStreets season Downtown! We'll see you on Phillips Ave between 10th & 12th Streets from 5-8pm for fun, music, entertainment, vendors and more! Our Spring Art & Wine walk passes can be purchased at the DTSF tent by Shivers Square.
#openstreets #dtsf

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

️We asked Sioux Falls mayoral candidates about their vision for the city. This is the 1st of 3 video voter guides:
Question 1️⃣: What steps will you take to ensure residents can access housing, transportation or other services to help them age in place? https://t.co/SPtejQ5R6T

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

“AARP is our wise friend and fierce defender on issues important to South Dakotans 50-plus. I'm in that age group and wanted to help advance AARP’s issues in South Dakota. There a lot of fun people involved with AARP. Come join us.”
-Doug DeGroot #NationalVolunteerMonth

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

Today's visits with our South Dakota delegation are complete, with the final stop at the office of @RepDustyJohnson. Thanks for your time - and thanks to all @AARPAdvocates who were on Capitol Hill talking with decision-makers on so many important issues. #AARPOnTheHill

[AARP South Dakota @AARPSD]

The next stop for State Director Erik Gaikowski and Volunteer State President Doug DeGroot today was the office of @SenatorRounds. Thank you for taking the time to meet about issues important to South Dakotans. It's #AARPOnTheHill with @AARPadvocates.