# Senior Helpline Help - North Dakota ## National Senior Helpline Resources - **Eldercare Locator** - **Website:** [https://eldercare.acl.gov](https://eldercare.acl.gov/) - **Phone:** 1-800-677-1116 - **Description:** A nationwide service connecting older adults and caregivers to local resources such as transportation, housing, and health services. - **AARP Foundation** - **Website:** [https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/](https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/) - **Phone:** 1-888-687-2277 - **Description:** Provides assistance with senior issues including social services, benefits, and advocacy. - **National Council on Aging (NCOA)** - **Website:** [https://www.ncoa.org](https://www.ncoa.org/) - **Description:** Offers resources for financial security, health, and social connection for older adults. ## Statewide Senior Support - **North Dakota Department of Human Services - Aging Services Division** - **Phone:** 1-800-432-3300 - **Website:** [https://www.nd.gov/dhs/services/aging](https://www.nd.gov/dhs/services/aging) - **Description:** Oversees programs and services for older residents, including Meals on Wheels, transportation, and caregiver support. - **North Dakota Area Agencies on Aging (AAA)** - **Phone:** 1-800-451-8693 - **Website:** [https://www.ndagingservices.org](https://www.ndagingservices.org/) - **Description:** Provides local access to programs for seniors, such as home care, legal services, and meals programs. ## Local Senior Resources by Region/City ### Fargo - **Fargo Senior Services** - **Phone:** 701-241-6931 - **Website:** [https://www.fargond.gov](https://www.fargond.gov/) - **Address:** 701 Main Ave, Fargo, ND 58102 - **Specialized Services:** Offers recreational programs, transportation, home repair services, and volunteer opportunities for seniors. - **The Village Family Service Center** - **Phone:** 701-451-4944 - **Website:** [https://www.thevillagefamily.org](https://www.thevillagefamily.org/) - **Address:** 1201 25th St S, Fargo, ND 58103 - **Specialized Services:** Senior financial services, caregiving resources, and support for mental health. ### Bismarck - **Bismarck Senior Center** - **Phone:** 701-255-4648 - **Website:** [https://www.bismarckseniorcenter.org](https://www.bismarckseniorcenter.org/) - **Address:** 315 N 20th St, Bismarck, ND 58501 - **Specialized Services:** Social activities, educational programs, and wellness services for seniors. - **Dakota Center for Independent Living** - **Phone:** 701-255-3867 - **Website:** [https://www.dcilnd.org](https://www.dcilnd.org/) - **Address:** 1200 E Divide Ave Suite 3, Bismarck, ND 58501 - **Specialized Services:** Independent living support, including help with accessibility, transportation, and home modifications. ### Grand Forks - **Grand Forks Senior Center** - **Phone:** 701-746-2706 - **Website:** [https://www.grandforksgov.com](https://www.grandforksgov.com/) - **Address:** 620 4th Ave S, Grand Forks, ND 58201 - **Specialized Services:** Senior transportation, educational programs, social activities, and wellness initiatives. - **North Dakota Senior Citizens Association** - **Phone:** 1-800-472-1727 - **Website:** [https://www.ndsca.org](https://www.ndsca.org/) - **Description:** Advocacy and services supporting older adults throughout the state. ## Online and Remote Support Options - **Online Tools for Seniors:** - **Website:** [Senior Planet](https://www.seniorplanet.org/) - **Description:** Provides technology training and online engagement for older adults, including virtual classes and events. - **Senior Support Hotlines:** - **Phone:** 1-800-677-1116 (Eldercare Locator) - **Description:** A helpline connecting older adults to local support services such as health care, transportation, and home services. ## Educational and Advocacy Resources - **Senior Rights and Protections:** - **Website:** [AARP Legal Services](https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/) - **Description:** Information on elder rights, fraud prevention, and financial and healthcare protections. - **Health and Wellness Programs:** - **Website:** [North Dakota Aging Services - Wellness Programs](https://www.nd.gov/dhs/services/aging) - **Description:** Offers fitness programs, mental health resources, and chronic disease management options for seniors. ## Support Groups and Networks - **Local Senior Support Groups:** - **Website:** [AARP North Dakota Support Groups](https://www.aarp.org/states/nd) - **Description:** Peer support groups for seniors addressing common challenges like caregiving, aging, and loneliness. - **Virtual Communities:** - **Website:** [AgingCare.com](https://www.agingcare.com/) - **Description:** Online space for caregivers and seniors to share experiences, find advice, and connect with others. --- _Updated as of December 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact the relevant local department._