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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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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  

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

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  

The Eldercare Locator connects older Americans and their caregivers with sources of information on senior services. The service links those who need assistance with state and local area agencies on ag... 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

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  

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  

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  

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 activities and most important, live an enriching and fulfilling life. ... Details >

American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging  

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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

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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

Elder abuse is when a caregiver or any other person causes harm or a serious risk of harm to a vulnerable adult. Learn the signs of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, exploitation, neglect, and ab... Details >

National Center on Elder Abuse

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

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  

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

This document describes risk factors for elder abuse, including personal problems of abusers and living with others and isolation. ... Details >

National Center on Elder Abuse

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 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