Aging
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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 
This site is intended for use by adult children to assist them in caring for their elderly parents. Some topics include establishing guardianship, long distance caregiving, and talking to older parent... Details >
AARP |
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 Information Center |
Elder Abuse -- National Women's Health Information Center
Data and resources related to violence and abuse against older women. Users can link to other web sites with information on this topic.... Details >
National Women's Health Information Center, Office on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
Eldercare at Home
Families are increasingly involved in caring for older adults who want to remain at home. To meet these challenges, advice and guidance from experienced professionals can be important and helpful. Thi... Details >
AGS Foundation for Health in Aging |
Eldercare Locator - Connecting You to Community Services
This page welcomes to the Eldercare Locator, a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging. The Eldercare Locator connects older Americans and their caregivers with sources of information on se... Details >
U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
Eldercare Locator: Medicare Search
Starting January 1, 2006, everyone with Medicare can get prescription drug coverage. To find out where you can get information about Medicare prescription drug coverage and personalized help in choos... Details >
Eldercare Locator, Administration on Aging |
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 |
Emergency Preparedness Tips for Older Adults
Help may not be immediately available in the wake of a disaster. And pharmacies, medical supply stores, physicians' offices, and hospitals may be closed or inaccessible. This publication offers emerge... Details >
AGS Foundation for Health in Aging |
Find a (Geriatric) Care Manager
Family caregivers can use this database to locate a geriatric care manager in their geographic area. The database allows users multiple search choices -- search for all members in a state AND with exp... Details >
National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers |
Finding Help: New Caregivers
Most people do not prepare to be caregivers. This page discusses steps that new caregivers can take to address their older loved ones' needs. In addition, tips are offered that can help caregivers tak... Details >
AARP |
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 |
How to Choose Aging Services
Getting older is a fact of life. But how and where you do it is not. There are a variety of aging services available to you or your loved one to help them stay at home, meet new people, take part in a... Details >
American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging |
Long-Term Care: Choosing the Right Place
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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 Information Center |
Maturity Health Matters- FDA Health News for Older Adults, Their Families and Caregivers
The Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Maturity Health Matters is an online newsletter about FDA regulated products for older adults and their caregivers. It focuses on FDA approved products that he... Details >
Center for Devices and Radiological Health, U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
My Parents – How Do I Know If They Need Help?
As people age, their needs and abilities change. We all want to support our older loved ones' desire to live independently, even when we have concerns about their safety and well-being. But how do we ... Details >
AARP |
Nursing Homes Ombudsman Locator: Where Can I Go For Help?
An Ombudsman is an advocate for residents of nursing homes, board and care homes, and assisted living. Ombudsmen provide information about how to find a facility and what to do to get quality care. Th... Details >
U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
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 >
The White House |
Violence Against Women - National Women's Health Information Center(NWHIC)
This web site offers information and resources to women concerning domestic violence, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse. Users can link to publications on violence for consume... Details >
National Women's Health Information Center, Office on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |