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.
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a chance to recognize the contributions, commitment, and sacrifices made every day by the 140,091 caregivers in North Dakota alone.
AARP Fraud Ambassador Paul Greenwood covered a lot of ground at our fall events in Bismarck and Fargo with a particular focus on victim support, online banking safety and text scams.
Every year, AARP collaborates with local leaders, organizations, and dedicated community members to kick-start change. The AARP Community Challenge provides funding for projects that encourage communities to become more livable. These projects aim to improve public spaces, housing, transportation and more to support people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities.
Get to know North Dakota's three U.S. Senate candidates -- Rick Becker (I), Katrina Christiansen (D), and incumbent John Hoeven (R) -- in one of our telephone town halls coming up October 17, 24 and 28. Register today!
Jane Strommen of Fargo has been appointed to the AARP North Dakota Executive Council. Strommen currently works as a NDSU Extension Gerontology Specialist.
Haley Vollmer is working as an intern for AARP ND. A Kansas State University student and Wing, N.D., native, Vollmer supports communications and volunteer engagement.
AARP ND is a proud supporter of the LGBT community in Bismarck and around North Dakota, and we'd like to learn how we can work together. Please take a few moments to share your ideas.