60 Plus Association
Conservative senior advocacy group aims to kill the so-called "death tax." Read about their lobbying efforts or find out how to join them.
http://www.60plus.org/ |
AARP
American Association of Retired Persons, 601 E St., NW, Washington, DC
http://www.aarp.org/ |
AARP International
Learn about the organization's global presence through reports, resources and events. Includes details on issues regarding retirement abroad.
http://www.aarp.org/intl/ |
AccentCare
Personal in-home caregivers enable seniors to live independently by assessing their needs and locating assistance and products.
http://www.accentcare.com/ |
Administration on Aging
Department of Health and Human Services section offers forums, advice on finding help, reports, and a newsletter.
http://www.aoa.dhhs.gov/ |
Administration on Aging - Resources for Older People
View a list of US government agencies and resources for seniors, their families and professionals.
http://www.aoa.dhhs.gov/aoa/resource.html |
Administration on Aging - Web Sites on Aging
Comprehensive directory for seniors - includes services, government agencies, organizations, and health care.
http://www.aoa.dhhs.gov/agingsites/ |
Age Concern
Part of the National Council on Aging, providing resources and services available to seniors in England. With index.
http://www.ace.org.uk/ |
American Association of Geriatric Psychiatry
Access publications, caregiver information and a schedule of continuing education programs. Includes details of AAGP meetings.
http://www.aagpgpa.org/ |
Association for Protection of the Elderly
Non-profit group is dedicated to building public awareness regarding nursing home abuse. Includes articles, legal resources, and related links.
http://www.apeape.org/ |
BenefitsCheckUp
National Council on Aging offers free service to identify federal and state programs for seniors. Complete online and view potential program eligibility by zip code.
http://www.benefitscheckup.org/ |
Center for Healthy Aging
Center incorporates the services of professionals who are committed to enhancing the lives of older adults.
http://www.healthyaging.com/ |
ChoiceWorld - Seniors
Find a nursing home that is a good fit for the senior in your life, or read through the Assisted/Independent Living guide.
http://www.choiceworld.com/SearchResults.asp?CatID=1235 |
Council For Jewish Elderly
Organization that is devoted to providing resources and help to the elderly amongst the Jewish community.
http://www.cje.net/ |
Denver Public Schools Retirement System
Association works with Denver Public Schools to provide financial support for retired career employees. Look into the retirement workshops.
http://www.dpsrs.org/ |
Elder Options of Texas
Resource directory for seniors has 700 elder care services. Includes housing and health for six central Texas counties. Check the statewide search and useful links page.
http://www.elderoptionsoftexas.com/ |
Eldercare Web
Gateway to hundreds of links to elder care information for the frail elderly and their family, care givers, and advisors.
http://www.elderweb.com/ |
ElderHelp of San Diego
Non-profit social service agency dedicated to helping seniors live independently and with dignity. Read about volunteer work, education and more.
http://www.elderhelpofsandiego.org/ |
Foundation for Infinite Survival
Organization concerned with peak health, covering the Control of Aging Program, and medical research reports.
http://www.fis.org/ |
GeroWeb Organizations
Collection of organizations in the US and Canada put together by the Wayne State University Institute of Gerontology. Browse by category or search by key word.
http://www.iog.wayne.edu/orglinks.html |
Indie
Integrated Network of Disability Information and Education provides resources and news for students with disabilities. With events calendar.
http://indie.ca/ |
Job and Income Suggestions
List of income opportunities to enable senior citizens to obtain additional funds to assist them financially.
http://seniors-site.com/finances/income.html |
Kingston Council Information for Older People
British group provides a list of issues specifically aimed at seniors, including residential care homes, family history, and consumer advice.
http://www.kingston.gov.uk/olderpeople/ |
Michigan Access to Services for Seniors
MASS aids seniors in finding services, employment, and information on nutrition and home safety. Request news on updates of services offered.
http://www.miseniors.net/ |
Mid-Florida Area Agency on Aging
Private nonprofit coordinates health, care, and advocacy programs in the state. Search an article database or plug into the aging network.
http://www.mfaaa.org/ |
MSN Encarta - American Association of Retired Persons
Access this encyclopedia's AARP profile, which includes historical details and related links.
http://encarta.msn.com/find/Concise.asp?ti=0AC6F000 |
Project Ezra
NYC service providing home care to those who can't afford it, transport for the housebound, interest groups and regular gatherings.
http://www.assist-net.com/Project_Ezra/index.htm |
Second Wind Dreams
Read about the work of this nonprofit organization dedicated to making the dreams of elderly residents of nursing homes come true.
http://www.secondwind.org/ |
Senior Net
Nonprofit national organization providing support and information for senior computer users, as well as health resources.
http://www.seniornet.com/ |
Senior Options
Commercial directory of senior services on the Web, including housing options, health clinics and hospitals, legal and financial services.
http://www.senioroptions.com/ |
Senior Providers
Excellent Florida senior resource offers listings of housing, care facilities, medical and pharmaceutical products, and state senior agencies.
http://www.seniorpro.com/index.asp |
Senior Services of Seattle/King County
Explore the programs and services available through the agency, including information about housing assistance and counseling.
http://www.seniorservices.org/ |
Senior Services Online.com
Retired Americans can find out about long-term care insurance, living trusts, mutual fund investment, and estate planning. Call toll-free.
http://www.seniorservicesinconline.com/ |
Seniors Unlimited - Choice Mall
Get help with the needs of aging parents from this professional staff based in Indiana. Read about the founder and complete the questionnaire.
http://www.choicemall.com/seniorsunlimitd/ |
SPRY
Setting Priorities for Retirement Years Foundation - provides programs and information for retiring seniors.
http://www.spry.org/ |
The National Council of Senior Citizens
Review the issues that this activist organization seeks to address, and peruse its past issues of its senior advocacy publications.
http://www.ncscinc.org/ |
U.S. House Democratic Leadership - For Seniors
Offers a report on issues concerning seniors, issued by the Democratic Party. Link to resources on Medicare.
http://www.house.gov/democrats/seniors.html |
Umbrella of the Capital District
Nonprofit agency helping senior citizens live comfortably and safely in their own homes by providing low cost maintenance and personal services.
http://www.theumbrella.org/ |
Westchester-Putnam Day Center NY
Organization dedicated to providing services to seniors and their families in Northern Westchester and Putnam counties. Includes glossary and links.
http://www.wpadc.com/ |
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