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 >
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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 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 |
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 |
Eldercare Locator - A Way To Find Community Assistance for Seniors
This page explains usage of a nationwide directory assistance service guiding seniors and caregivers to local services such as respite care, housing, and legal assistance and provides a toll-free info... Details >
U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
Elders and Families: Administration on Aging
Elders and Families is designed to assist older persons and their caregivers quickly obtain information and resources on a variety of aging-related topics. The information will help you become more fa... Details >
U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
ElderWeb
Over 4,000 reviewed links to long term care information. The information on this web site is designed for use by both professionals and family members looking for information on eldercare and long ter... Details >
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Growth House, Inc
An online resource directory of end of life resources that include palliative care, hospice care, bereavement and other related topics. Special features are links to "best of the net" sites (over 100)... Details >
Nonprofit/Professional Entity--Follow the Resource URL for More Information |
Guide to Choosing a Nursing Home
Also available in: Spanish
Selecting a nursing home is one of the most important and difficult decisions that you may be asked to make either for yourself or for a family member. This booklet is designed as a first step to help... Details >
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services |
Help for Elders and Families: National Center on Elder Abuse
If you suspect someone you care about is being abused or neglected, you can help. This document tells you who to call, how to locate victim services, and offers related information from Government and... Details >
National Center on Elder Abuse, Administration on Aging |
Indian Health Service Elder Care Initiative
The goal of the Elder Care Initiative is to promote the development of high-quality care for American Indian and Alaska Native elders by acting as a consultation and liaison resource for Indian Health... Details >
Indian Health Service |
Information and Assistance Services for the Elderly
This fact sheet provides information about Information and Assistance (I&A;) federal services and programs for the elderly.... Details >
U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
Long-Term Care: Choosing the Right Place
Also available in: Spanish
Planning for long-term care is not easy. People’s needs change over time. Where do you go for help? Here are some answers to that and other questions that you might have as you look for the best place... Details >
National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health |
Native Elder Health Care Resource Center Library
Native Elder Health Care Resource Center (NEHCRC) library offers research and educational materials relevant to the mission of the NEHCRC. Materials include the NEHCRC Bibliography, special audio/visu... Details >
Native Elder Health Care Resource Center |
Planning for Caregiving
This fact sheet discusses issues a caregiver may face and offers suggestions for meeting both the needs of the caregiver and those of the person receiving care. The document includes suggested resourc... Details >
American Association of Retired Persons |
Profile of Older Americans
This profile provides the latest statistics on older Americans in 13 key subject areas. It includes both narrative and statistical charts.
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U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
Resource Directory for Older People
Resource directory intended to serve a wide audience, including older people and their families, health and legal professionals, social service providers, librarians, researchers, and others with an i... Details >
National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health |
Senior Companion Program
Through the Senior Companion Program, people age 60 and older provide assistance and friendship to elderly individuals who are homebound and, generally, living alone. For details visit this site, or c... Details >
White House |
State and Area Agencies on Aging
This alphabetical roster includes contact name, address, and phone/fax number for State Agencies on Aging for the United States and its territories... Details >
U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
