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THE NEW FORTY Dazed and confused...
Today, while all my windows were open in the house, I heard the wafting sounds of 70s and 80s rock from a neighbor's house. This is a neighbor that I would guess to be a bit older than me (but let me ...
Posted on 5/15/13 at 11:15 PM
IPAT NORTH DAKOTA ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY Beat the Dizzies with Assistive Technology
Taking prescription medication is part of everyday life for 34% of American adults. Unfortunately, a common side effect of medication is dizziness, which can lead to falls and sometimes result in ho...
Posted on 4/15/13 at 9:59 AM
LIVING IN RETIREMENT Horseshoe Crab to Cancer Cure?
Horseshoe crabs have a protein that tags bacteria and tells their body to destroy it. This led 15 year old sophomore Riley Ennis to ask this question. If we could take their name tag, a bit of the pat...
Posted on 3/1/13 at 11:10 AM
RURAL REFLECTIONS Letter to Dave
Dear Dave, As I age, I often hear warnings about the process of becoming old; today, I experienced a tangible act of that process. After arriving downstairs, I am often crowded by our...
Posted on 1/12/13 at 8:50 AM
NEW PLATEAUS Life at a Funeral
Grandma's funeral was Wednesday. When she was being lowered into the ground, I looked over and saw my three brothers and sister standing by. "Gosh", I thought. "This is really happening." We five we...
Posted on 11/16/12 at 11:01 AM
Nation’s elderly not immune to depression
ST. LOUIS – Caroll Marlow, 71, said she has been rescued from clinical depression by researchers at Washington University who want to help people older than 60.
By By Harry Jackson Jr. , March 04, 2012
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Aging conference set Sept. 28-30 in Fargo 
The Northern Plains Conference on Aging and Disability will be Sept. 28-30 at the Ramada Plaza and Suites in Fargo.
August 29, 2010
Von Pinnon: Occasional series tackles issues surrounding aging
Few of us prepare to grow old. And most of us certainly don’t prepare to lose our independence as we age. Not in these parts, where stubborn independence is almost a birthright.
By Matt Von Pinnon , May 02, 2010
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Forum series to address issues affecting aging parents
Today’s story on one family’s experience dealing with issues affecting aging parents is the first in what will be a periodic series of stories addressing similar situations.
May 02, 2010
ND Aging Services to host public meeting
The North Dakota Department of Human Services’ Aging Services Division will host a public meeting from 1 to 2:30 p.m. April 16 at the Carlson Library, 2801 32nd Ave. S., Fargo, to gather comments about services necessary to help older individuals and adults with physical disabilities remain living independently in their homes and communities.
April 09, 2010
Want to slow aging? Get moving!
Youthful seniors share active, connected lives
Juan Ponce de León, as the story goes, spent his latter days slogging through the Florida everglades in search of a legendary fountain, the waters of which promised to restore youth.
By Jane Ahlin , December 26, 2008
Options can help mother to be active
Dear Carol: My mom is in her 70s and is alert and fairly healthy. She has arthritis, which causes her quite a bit of pain. I’d like to see her be more active, as I think it would be better for her overall, but she says she doesn’t feel like it.
By J. Shane Mercer , September 21, 2008
Services are plentiful for seniors
Dear Carol: My mother is still able to live alone. I know she needs more help than I can give her, as I work full time. I’d like to see her have more company and more activities during the day but am not sure how to go about it. Any ideas? – Roger
By J. Shane Mercer , September 07, 2008
Dad’s behavior could be a sign of depression
Dear Carol: My dad is living in his own home, which he claims is what he wants, but he’s living in squalor.
By J. Shane Mercer , August 31, 2008
Sweet-talking nurse’s aides should not sugar-coat
Dear Carol: My dad had a severe stroke and is in a very good nursing home. He was a military man and always rather rigid. I cringe when aides in the home use terms of endearment like “Hon.”
By J. Shane Mercer , August 24, 2008
Useful guide helps elders get organized
Dear Readers: I’ve had the opportunity to review a new organizer for legal papers such as a will, power of attorney and health directive, along with bank accounts and other information a person’s legal heirs may need, and I’m quite taken with this model.
By J. Shane Mercer , August 17, 2008
ND kit offers useful info on long-term care insurance
Dear Readers: Some of you in North Dakota have received a brochure from the Department of Health and Human Services titled “Own Your Future: Planning for Long-Term Care.”
By J. Shane Mercer , August 10, 2008
Web site offers items that can stir memories
Dear Readers: My sister was told by a colleague that this woman’s mother, who was viewing “The Lawrence Welk Show” on public television, has mentioned something to the effect that “Lawrence Welk looks wonderful. He just doesn’t age!” While most of us know that Welk died in 1992, we also know that his music lives on.
By J. Shane Mercer , August 03, 2008
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