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Part of the U. S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), the Administration on Aging provides home and community-based services to millions of older persons through the programs funded under the Older Americans Act.
Background information on a grant program that has program has proven successful in targeting service and system development to traditionally underserved populations, including racial/ethnic minorities, persons of low-income and rural families coping with Alzheimer's disease.
Resources for all service providers, including Just in Case: Emergency Readiness for Older Adults and Caregivers, and links to other federal departments and national relief agencies.
Information on a variety of services from the AoA that are available to older Americans, including transportation, information and referral and case management.
The latest news and updates from the Administration on Aging, which provides home and community-based services to millions of older persons through the programs funded under the Older Americans Act.
Resources and links on a variety of topics relating to older Americans and transportation.
The Aging and Disability Resource Center Grant Program, a cooperative effort of the Administration on Aging and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), was developed to assist states in creating a single, coordinated system of information and access for all persons seeking long-term support.
Web site of the Federal Interagency Forum
on Aging-Related Statistics.
Organization that provides local and national services and supports for people with Alzheimer's and their families.
Information from the Alzheimer's Association about Alzhemier's Disease, including what it is, diagnosis and treatment options.
Resources for people living with Alzheimer's, as well as their families and caregivers. Includes a 24/7 telephone helpline, available 365 days a year, that serves people with memory loss, caregivers, health care professionals and the general public.
Information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding Arthritis, including facts about the importance of physical activity in preventing and treating Arthritis.
Developed and maintained by the National Council on Aging (NCOA), BenefitsCheckUp is a comprehensive Web-based service to screen for benefits programs for seniors with limited income and resources.
This report, the second in AARP's series, sheds a strong light on the health and health care of America's midlife and older populations, revealing a portrait of health and well-being, health coverage, affordability of care, quality of care and informed decision-making.
This report, the third in AARP's Beyond 50 series, takes an in-depth look at the roles of supportive services, family and community and our social and physical environments in enhancing the independence of persons with disabilities who are age 50 and older.
The fourth report in AARP's Beyond 50 series examines expenditures by the older consumer, factors that are increasing the difficulty of consumer decision making, older consumers as money managers and recommendations for the future.
AARP's Beyond 50 report presents a new agenda for examining, building and retrofitting communities to support successful aging. Livable Communities: An Evaluation Guide is also available. Both documents are in .pdf format.
AARP's Beyond 50 report provides an in-depth look at the well-being of more than a quarter of the U.S. population - the 76 million people age 50 and older in 2000.
Information and resources for caregivers of people living with Alzheimer's disease.
Links to data and reports from the U.S. Census on the elderly (65+) population.
Part of the National Council on Aging, the Center encourages and assists community-based organizations serving older adults to develop and implement evidence-based programs on health promotion, disease prevention and chronic disease self management.
Entry point for information on the Medicare and Medicaid programs.
General information on Medicare, a health insurance program for: people age 65 or older,
people under age 65 with certain disabilities and
people of all ages with End-Stage Renal Disease.
Recent news and events from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Connects older Americans and their caregivers with sources of information on senior services.
Brochure describes ways to assess when a loved one needs outside care. It covers developing a care plan, organizing important documents and what you can do to give support.
Summarizes basic data on the disabled elderly, including the types of disabilities and probability of being disabled.
Red Cross planning reference developed by a group of older adults who were unprepared when a massive ice storm hit their area, resulting in a power outage. Other "Spotlights" on the page link to additional checklists and tips for specific disabilities.
Discussions of evaluating and choosing a facility, generating family consensus, resident rights, and dispute resolution in nursing home selection.
Nationwide database of Aging Network agencies available to help older adults with disabilities and their family caregivers access needed services and support.
Information from Ready.gov regarding preparing for the needs of older americans in an emergency situation.
Official government Web site provides detailed information on government benefit programs, including Medicare and Medicaid.
Booklet from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services examines topics such as how to find and compare nursing homes, nursing home resident rights and where to call for help. Document is in .pdf format.
This broadcast will take place September 17, 2008 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Employers looking to expand or create services and programs to support employed caregivers, caregivers working full or part-time and caring for a loved one and organizations providing caregiver services are all encouraged to participate. Register to watch this broadcast online.
Information and resources from the Alzheimer's Association on living with Alzheimer's Disease, including how to handle financial matters, information on Medicare and Medicaid and message boards.
Information on the Medicare program including plan choices, contacts and publications.
Information regarding the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit to help you make decisions about your Medicare coverage.
A brochure from the Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding the new Medicare prescription drug coverage. Document is in .pdf format.
Information from the Department of Health and Human Services regarding Medigap policies - health insurance sold by private insurance companies to fill the "gaps" in Original Medicare Plan coverage.
A non-profit association representing the nation's 56 officially designated state and territorial agencies on aging.
Contact information for members of NASUA. These are agencies of state and territorial governments designated by governors and state legislatures to administer, manage, design and advocate for benefits, programs and services for the elderly and their families and, in many states, for adults with physical disabilities.
Founded in 1950, the National Council on Aging (NCOA) is dedicated to improving the health and independence of older persons and increasing their continuing contributions to communities, society, and future generations.
Supports efforts to improve recruitment and retention of direct service workers who help people with disabilities and older adults to live independently and with dignity.
Provides a variety of information and resources about topics related to senior health, including information on Alzheimer's Disease, depression and exercise for older adults.
Information about Medicare and Medicare + Choice Plans.
Information on health plans, nursing homes, Medigap policies, contacts and Medicare.
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Disability, Aging and Long-Term Care Policy is charged with developing, analyzing, evaluating and coordinating HHS policies and programs which support the independence, productivity, health, and long-term care needs of children, working age adults and older persons with disabilities.
Doctors spend little time discussing mental health issues with their older patients and rarely refer them to a mental health specialist even if they show symptoms of severe depression, according to an NIMH-funded study published December 2007 in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
Web site provides information on the latest research, model programs and policy issues pertaining to people with developmental disabilities as they age.
Information about the SCSEP program.
Includes general information on Medicare and resources related to Medicare for working beneficiaries with disabilities.
Links directory to state, county, and city government websites.
Webcast features family caregivers who have applied innovative means to be effective caregivers in rural areas.
Links to the Executive Summary and the full text of a 2004 U.S. Surgeon General's report on bone health and Osteoporosis.
Learn what makes workstation products (such as computer keyboards and chairs) "ergonomic" and how to make smart decisions when selecting these items.
For more information on the TARGET Discovery Series and TARGET Web Connect, visit the TARGET Center website
A non-profit, non-partisan, education and issue advocacy organization that represents the interests and concerns of America's senior citizens at both the state and federal levels.
Web site from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention allows users to find information on trends in the health of older Americans and provides data broken down by age, sex, race and Hispanic origin.
The Senate Special Committee on Aging has no legislative authority, but it can study issues, conduct oversight of programs and investigate reports of fraud and waste.
