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September 2014

Housing Forum Brings People from Across State to Discuss Housing Issues in North Dakota

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On September 10, 2014, the Dakota Center for Independent Living held a housing forum to discuss housing issues in the western part of North Dakota. about 75 people came together from Bismarck, Williston, Minot, Dickinson, and other cities in the western part of the state. The high rent prices stemming from the oil fields is […]

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FCC Public Notice: Emergency Information Must Be Accessible to All

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The FCC has issued a public notice to remind video programming distributors of their obligation to make information accessible to people with hearing or visual impairments in accordance with section 79.2 of the Commission’s rules. What does this all mean? Emergency information, including critical details regarding the emergency and how to respond to an emergency,

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Why People get Denied for Disability Social Security Benefits

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Often, people think of retirement when they think of Social Security. However, for those who have a disability that prevents them from working long-term, Social Security disability benefits can be the only dependable income source to help them deal with financial challenges of living without earned income. Over the last 15 years, the need for

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Housing Issues in North Dakota Spark Changes to the Roots Housing Program

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Affordable housing is a major issue in North Dakota. The North Dakota Industrial Commission has approved changes to the North Dakota Roots Program (Roots) to help more state residents become homeowners. The program is administered by the North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA). The rules for eligibility have been altered so that any North Dakota

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