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Supporting Family Caregivers in North Dakota
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Family caregivers play an essential role in helping loved ones live independently at home and in their communities.
According to the 2025 Caregiving in the U.S. report, approximately 140,000 North Dakotans are family caregivers. Caregivers come from every generation, background, and community, and many balance caregiving responsibilities alongside work, family, and other commitments.
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While caregiving can be meaningful and rewarding, it can also bring financial, emotional, and physical challenges. New research shows caregivers are providing increasingly complex and high-intensity care and are looking for practical resources and support.
To help caregivers navigate their journey, AARP is offering free events, resources, and educational opportunities throughout North Dakota in November.
Free Events in North Dakota
The Father: A Film and Discussion on Family Caregiving – Fargo
Join AARP ND for a showing of “The Father” starring Anthony Hopkins. An exploration of aging and family caregiving, we’ll follow this free showing with a panel discussion facilitated by Craig Blumenshine of Prairie Public’s Main Street.
Registration required. View details and register.
Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Time: 6-8:30 p.m.
Location: West Acres Cinema
The Father: A Film and Discussion on Family Caregiving – Bismarck
Join AARP ND for a showing of “The Father” starring Anthony Hopkins. An exploration of aging and family caregiving, we’ll follow this free showing with a panel discussion facilitated by Tom Gerhardt, Executive Director of Dakota Media Access.
Registration required. View details and register.
Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Time: 6-8:30p.m.
Location: The Grand Theaters, Bismarck
Caregiving By the Numbers
The latest national caregiving research found:
- 63 million Americans are family caregivers.
- 61% are women and 39% are men.
- The average caregiver is 51 years old.
- Nearly three in 10 caregivers (29%) are caring for both children and adults.
- Family caregivers are providing care for longer periods and taking on increasingly complex responsibilities.
North Dakota Data:
- North Dakota has 140,000 estimated family caregivers
- 67% are women and 32% are men.
- 31% are sandwich generation caregivers with a child at home too.
Source: Caregiving in the U.S. 2025 AARP and NAC Report
Why Caregiving Matters
Family caregivers are the backbone of long-term care in America. The 2025 report found that caregivers often help with personal care, transportation, medical and nursing tasks, financial management, and emotional support. While many caregivers find meaning and purpose in helping loved ones, many also report financial strain and challenges balancing caregiving with work and family responsibilities.
Resources for Family Caregivers
AARP offers free tools and resources to help caregivers at every stage of their journey. Resources include:
- Family Caregiving Resource Center www.aarp.org/caregiving
- Prepare to Care® Guide: AARP Family Caregiving Guide / Prepare to Care®
- Family Caregiver Financial Workbook: www.aarp.org/caregivermoney
- Local Caregiving Resource Guides www.aarp.org/localcaregiving
- Online webinars and educational programs: AARP Caregiving & Livable Communities
- AARP Veterans & Military Families Resources AARP Veterans & Military Families
- AARP Family Caregiver Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/aarpfamilycaregivers
Caregiving touches millions of families every day.
Whether you are currently helping a loved one, expect to provide care in the future, or simply want to learn more, AARP is committed to helping family caregivers access trusted information, practical solutions, and community connections.
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