ND: Senior Issues
ND retiree: Fixing Social Security requires careful thought, discussion
Congress faces increasing pressure to adopt changes to keep Social Security on firm financial ground in the years to come. North Dakota retirees are …
ND seeks better housing for older population
A new design competition is looking to find better housing for Fargo's aging population. Like many other states, North Dakota has a growing number …
Not your average block party: ND project aims to inspire 'active' city planning
Community developers are tasked with balancing infrastructure needs - like roads, with amenities for the public to enjoy. Organizers behind an …
ND spring election: Local races round out ballots
Voters are consistently reminded to pay attention to local elections. But in 2024, North Dakota groups are stressing that message even more with …
Possible cuts to Social Security come back into focus
Congress just avoided a partial government shutdown by approving a budget through the end of September, but a new blueprint is renewing debate about …
ND aging plan: Making older LGBTQ residents feel included
This week, older North Dakotans will have a chance to learn about housing discrimination as part of a long-term aging plan for the state. Advocates …
Cross-generational housing mentorships close community gaps in ND
As the weather turns colder, two groups of people in one North Dakota city that are generations apart appear to be in good shape to navigate housing …
If You Dust Off Those Hiking Shoes, Your Brain Might Thank You
Summer is here, leading to opportunities for older North Dakotans to get outside and not only improve their physical health but their brain health…
Report: ND Sees Boost in Economic Value of Unpaid Caregivers
North Dakota's population includes 16% of its residents aged 65 and older, with demographers predicting the number will increase, and a new report …
ND Lawmakers Urged to Look at Drug Costs, Fraud Restitution
North Dakota lawmakers are scheduled to return to Bismarck early next month. They'll hear calls to help older residents, with the cost of …
Experts Hope to Stall Record Growth in Scams
Law enforcement and consumer advocates hope 2022 doesn't end with another record year of financial losses from scams. As part of the fight against …
2022 Vote: Social Security, Drug Prices on Minds of ND Seniors
Early voting for the fall election begins one week from today in North Dakota. Candidate debates are on the horizon, too, and older residents are …