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» Administration on Aging

For anyone desiring information about aging and the nation’s growing population of seniors, AOA is a helpful resource.

» Ageless Design

Better living for the elderly, especially for those with Alzheimer’s Disease, is the key focus of Ageless Design.

Through public and private funding of geriatric education and medical research, this site is the heart of the nation’s foremost organization committed to improving Americans’s health and independence as they age.

» Alliance for Retired Americans

The Alliance, composed of over two million retired people, is a way for retired union members and others to share their thoughts and opinions.

» Alzheimer’s Association

A national network of A.A. chapters makes up the largest national voluntary health organization dedicated to finding a cure and helping those affected by Alzheimer’s Disease.

» Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral Center

Information about Alzheimer’s Disease and related disorders are available at the Alzheimer’s Disease Education and Referral Center (ADEAR), a service of the National Institute on Aging (NIA). The NIA is one of the National Institutes of Health run by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

» American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry

A national association representing and serving its members and the geriatric psychiatry field, the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry promotes the mental health and well-being of the elderly and works to improve the care of those with mental disorders.

» American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)

The AARP, founded in 1958 by retired California educator Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, represents more than 34 million members. Over half of the association’s members work either full or part-time, with the remaining membership fully retired.

» American Federation for Aging Research

AFAR has assisted scientists in beginning and furthering their careers in aging research and geriatric medicine since 1981, with a goal of promoting healthier aging through biomedical research.

» American Geriatrics Society

The AGS, with a membership of over 6,000 health care professionals, has a long history of being a driving force in shaping policies and practices regarding the care of older people.

» American Parkinson Disease Association

Since 1961, the APDA has sought to "Ease the Burden and Find the Cure" for Parkinson Disease through patient and family support, education, and research.

» American Society on Aging

ASA is a unique association that aims to keep health care professionals aware of the latest news regarding an aging society, using renowned education programming, outstanding publications and state-of-the-art information and training resources.

» Arthritis Foundation

The Arthritis Foundation, the only national not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions, offers advocacy, programs, services and research.

» Better Vision Institute

The Better Vision Institute, an independent, not-for-profit advisory board to the Vision Council of America, provides the only forum where the vision community’s three professional disciplines - ophthalmology, optometry, and opticianry - can come together to address America’s vision health.

» Care Guide

This care management company helps people at every stage of the aging process to lead more comfortable, secure, and independent lives. With a national network of care managers, a toll-free support center and web site, Care Guide provides families with the tools they need to plan and manage the best care for their loved ones.

» Care Pathways

This internet community, created and maintained by registered nurses, is committed to providing quality information and creditable services to seniors and their families.

» Children of Aging Parents

The nonprofit, charitable organization known as Children of Aging Parents seeks to assist the nation’s nearly 23 million care givers with reliable information, referrals and support.

» Council on Family Health

Helpful information on health-related issues and medication facts are available for seniors at the CFH web site.

» Crimes of Persuasion: Schemes, Scams, Frauds that Prey on Seniors

This web site exists to inform the public, along with law enforcement personnel, justice officials and victim support groups, on the workings and scope of telemarketing and investment fraud.

» Elder Rage

If you’re trying to cope with an elderly loved one who makes unreasonable demands, has become depressed, manipulative, distrustful or hostile, you’ll relate to this true story about how to survive caring for aging parents.

» ElderWeb

A site designed for research by professionals and family members looking for information about senior care, with links to information on legal, financial, medial, and housing issues, plus policy, research, and statistics.

» FirstGov for Seniors

This program is one of several projects created under the National Partnership for Reinventing Government (NPRG). The Social Security Administration agreed to create, host and maintain FirstGov for Seniors as a service geared toward the elderly.

» Generations Online

Generations Online provides specially programmed self-training software to senior centers, libraries, retirement homes and other locations where older people congregate, in order to promote today’s technology to a generation who cannot afford or choose not to enroll in computer/internet training.

» Gerontological Society of America

The GSA promotes the conduct of multi- and interdisciplinary research in aging by expanding the quantity of and improving the quality of gerontological research.

» Go60

Go60 is all about aging well, aging wisely, and aging successfully. A no-nonsense, yet caring and compassionate web site devoted to helping seniors.

» Lighthouse International

This site aims to enable people of all ages to overcome vision impairment through leadership in vision rehabilitation services, education, research and advocacy.

» Meals on Wheels

Meals on Wheels works to represent those who provide congregate and home-delivered meal services to needy people.

» Medicaid

From the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, find more information about Medicare and Medicaid, including coverage, frequently asked questions, and health insurance.

» Medicare

The official U.S. government site for people with Medicare. Learn more about drug plans, enrollment, and more.

» National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

The non-profit organization NAELA helps lawyers, bar organizations, and others who work with older clients and their families. Since 1987 the academy has provided information, education, networking and assistance to those who must deal with the many specialized issues involved with legal services to the elderly and disabled.

» National Area Agencies on Aging

N4A is the umbrella organization for 655 area agencies on aging and more than 230 Title VI Native American aging programs in the U.S., dedicated to providing services that make it possible for the elderly to remain in their homes and thereby preserve their independence and dignity.

» National Association for Home Care

NAHC is the nation’s largest trade association dedicated to making home care and Hospice providers’ lives easier, from professional development to fighting for better regulation. NAHC knows all angles of federal and state regulations and stands ready to serve your needs.

» National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers

GCM is a non-profit, professional organization of more than 1,500 practitioners with a goal of advancing dignified care for the elderly.

» National Association of Social Workers

NASW seeks to enhance the effective functioning and well-being of individuals, families, and communities through its work and through its advocacy.

» National Association of State Units on Aging

The NASUA’s mission is to advance social, health, and economic policies in response to the needs of the diverse aging population.

» National Center on Women and Aging

NCWA focuses national attention on the special concerns of women as they age, working to develop solutions and strategies for dealing with these concerns, while reaching out to women and organizations across the country to promote changes necessary to improve the lives of older women.

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