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A general overview of Alzheimer's Disease that includes a description and information about treatment, prognosis and research. Selected references, a list of organizations where users can obtain addit... Details >

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health

Also available in: Spanish   

Sleep patterns change as we age, but disturbed sleep and waking up tired every day is not part of normal aging. In fact, troubled sleep may be a sign of emotional or physical disorders and something y... Details >

National Institute on Aging Information Center

Provides information on the structure and mission of the AoA, and the programs the AoA administers.... Details >

U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

The Administration on Aging's (AoA) American Indian, Alaskan Native, and Native Hawaiian Program--Title VI of the Older Americans Act (OAA)--is responsible for serving as the effective and visible adv... Details >

Center for Communication and Consumer Services, U.S. Administration on Aging

Also available in: Spanish   

Age can bring changes that affect your eyesight. But regular eye exams can help. With early detection, many eye problems can be treated and your risk of vision loss reduced. ... Details >

National Institute on Aging Information Center

This fact sheet discusses Alzheimer's disease, its social and economic impact, and the federal programs and services that are available to the public.... Details >

U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

For older adults and people with disabilities, medications—prescription, over-the-counter, social drugs such as alcohol, and herbal remedies/alternative medicines—can be a double-edged sword. When not... Details >

Family Caregiver Alliance  

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

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

FDA has numerous articles, brochures and other publications with information for older people on a wide range of health issues, including arthritis, cancer, health fraud, and nutrition. Selected publi... Details >

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Also available in: Spanish   

Years of wear and tear can be hard on our feet. So can disease, poor circulation, improperly trimmed toenails, and wearing shoes that don't fit properly. Problems with our feet can be the first sign o... Details >

National Institute on Aging Information Center

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

Adopting healthy behaviors such as eating nutritious foods, being physically active, and avoiding tobacco use can prevent or control the devastating effects of many of the nation's leading causes of d... Details >

Division of Adult and Community Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion/CDC

This site provides information to senior health issues. Topics range from guides to general health issues to guides to specific conditions to Web resources for health.... Details >

SeniorNet  

Also available in: Spanish   

If you have trouble hearing, there is help. Start by seeing your doctor. Depending on the type and extent of your hearing loss, there are many treatment choices that may help. Hearing loss does not ha... Details >

National Institute on Aging Information Center

Search this web site for housing choices for the elderly. Includes information on nursing care, assisted living units, independent living units and community based services.... Details >

American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging  

Why do people grow old? How can we live longer? How can people stay healthy and independent as they grow older? This pamphlet discusses research about certain chemicals in our bodies that may somed... Details >

National Institute on Aging Information Center

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

Also available in: Spanish   

Prostate problems are common in men age 50 and older. Sometimes men feel symptoms themselves, or sometimes their doctors find prostate problems during routine exams. Doctors who are experts in disease... Details >

National Institute on Aging Information Center

Promoting the establishment and development of multipurpose senior centers has been an integral part of the Older Americans Act (OAA) since its enactment in 1965. This fact sheet provides details.... Details >

U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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

This fact sheet contains information on housing services and programs for the elderly that are administered by federal and state agencies .... Details >

U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Also available in: Spanish   

People seem to want and need to be close to others. We want to share our thoughts and feelings with others and to touch and be touched. Just being physically near is important, but many of us also wan... Details >

National Institute on Aging Information Center

Visit this ste for details about this tax credit which is available to certain qualifying taxpayers who are age 65 or older or disabled, and whose gross income and nontaxable social security or other ... Details >

Internal Revenue Service

This fact sheet helps seniors find community transportation through Area Agencies on Aging and other sources. It highlights choices ranging from door-to-door programs to Title VI services.... Details >

U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

A general overview of tremor that includes a description of the disorder, treatment, prognosis and research information. A list of referrals where users may obtain additional resources about tremor a... Details >

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health

Also available in: Spanish 

The Administration on Aging (AoA) is a federal agency devoted exclusively to the issues and concerns of older Americans. The agency’s goals are to: support a national network of State and Area Agencie... Details >

U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Articles and other up-to-date resources on health, home modification and other related needs for seniors. The National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification equips families and i... Details >

National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification  

The You Can! campaign offers tools to help people stay active and eat better. Older adults tend to be healthier, feel better, and maintain their mobility and independence longer when they take these s... Details >

U.S. Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services