Administration on Aging Fact Sheet Assistance in maintaining independence is available for the aging. This article describes supportive services, program funding, and research, and provides a consumer hotline.... Details > U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
Aging Also available in: Chinese-Simplified Chinese-Traditional Everyone will grow old. Normal aging brings about changes in the body and the mind, but many symptoms are not normal and may be due to diseases that can be treated or remedied. Therefore the elderly a... Details > Educational Institution--Follow the Resource URL for More Information |
Balancing Work and Caregiving Written for and about adult children caring for older parents, this fact sheet presents an overview of the issues for employees and employers. The document also presents ideas and other resources that... Details > American Association of Retired Persons |
Caring for Parents at Home This fact sheet is intended for use by adult children responsible for taking care of elderly parents. Some topics discussed include community services; transport; health care issues; companion service... Details > American Association of Retired Persons |
Choosing a Doctor Also available in: Spanish Choosing a doctor is one of the most important decisions anyone can make. The best time to make that decision is while you are still healthy and have time to really think about all your choices. If yo... Details > National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health |
Choosing an Assisted Living Facility Advice on choosing an assisted living residence that will meet your own personal-service, housing and health care needs.... Details > American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging |
Crime and Older People Also available in: Spanish The following is a general overview of some of the areas of most concern to older people. These are common sense tips that can help fight crime and protect your safety.... Details > National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health |
Dealing With Diabetes Also available in: Spanish Diabetes cannot be cured, but it can be controlled. Good control requires a careful blend of diet, exercise, blood sugar monitoring, and medication. People who take steps to control their diabetes can... Details > National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health |
Directory of State Long Term Care Ombudsman Programs This roster lists State long-term care ombudsman programs that investigate and resolve complaints made on behalf of older adults in long-term care facilities.... Details > U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
Drug Safety Also available in: Chinese-Simplified Chinese-Traditional Drugs can treat diseases and relieve symptoms. But they can also have side effects. Improper use of drugs can do more harm than good, and even lead to serious consequences. Therefore, everybody should... Details > Educational Institution--Follow the Resource URL for More Information |