Dozens of Seniors Unable to Participate in Federally Funded Job Training

Dozens of seniors unable to participate in federally funded job training

The programs they offer are tailored to lower-income seniors, offering online and on-the-job training.

Federal cost cuts imperil some North Dakota senior programs

Federal grants for senior companion programs in North Dakota are at risk of being terminated, potentially severing bonds formed between often isolated seniors and the retired volunteers.

Federal cost-cutting imperils some North Dakota senior programs

BISMARCK — Federal grants for senior companion programs in North Dakota are at risk of being terminated, potentially severing bonds formed between often isolated seniors and the retired volunteers serving them across the state. For volunteers like 77-year-old Sharon Malcomb of Minot, besides cutting ties between herself and those she visits, the termination of the program would also mean the loss of a $4-per-hour stipend she relies on to supplem…

Federal cost cutting imperils some North Dakota senior programs

Federal grants for senior companion programs in North Dakota are at risk of being terminated, potentially severing bonds formed between often isolated seniors and the retired volunteers serving them across