Library

Reports: Civic engagement

Share of Those 65 and Older Who Are Tech Users Has Grown in the Past Decade
Pew Research Center, January 2022, 11 pp.
A look at older adults' technology adoption, showing that adaption of key technology by seniors are has grown markedly in the last decade.   more info >

The Livability Economy: People, Places, and Prosperity
AARP, July 2015, 28 pp.
This report shows how livability initiatives contribute to improved economic performance and a more vibrant, desirable, and competitive environment for housing and commercial investment. The framework of the report focuses on design factors that feature four livability outcomes that benefit older adults and people of all ages, including compactness, integration of land uses, housing diversity, and transportation options.   more info >

Web sites

AARP Livability Index
The AARP Livability Index scores neighborhoods and communities across the U.S. on indicators related to housing, environment, transportation, safety, health services, and more.   more info >

Make a recommendation

Have you read a recently published report or discovered a useful web site on this topic? Let us know and we will add it to our collection.

North Dakota Compass

Center for Social Research
North Dakota State University

Compass created by:
Wilder Research

© 2024. All rights reserved.