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Aging Organizations

AARP

AARP is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to addressing the needs and interests of persons 50 and older. This site provides useful information and resources on topics such as health and wellness, economic security and work, long-term care and independent living, and lastly personal enrichment.

American Society on Aging

The American Society on Aging is a nonprofit organization committed to enhancing the knowledge and skills of those working with older adults and their families. Site offers useful information on a variety of age-related topics.

Elderweb

The site is designed for the purposes of both professionals and family members looking for information on elder care and long-term care and includes links to information on legal, financial, medical, and housing issues, as well as policy, research, and statistics.

National Council on the Aging

The National Council on the Aging is an association of organizations and professionals dedicated to promoting the dignity, self-determination, well-being, and contributions of older persons. The Senior’s Corner section of the site contains health related resources and tips.

California Department of Aging

The California Department of Aging (CDA) administers programs that serve older adults, adults with disabilities, family caregivers, and residents in long-term care facilities throughout the State.

Elder Rights

Center of Excellence on Elder Abuse & Neglect

Site provides resources on elder abuse prevention, including information on reporting a suspected case of elder abuse.

National Consumer Law Center

Site contains useful consumer information for older adults.

National Elder Law Foundation

Provides information and links to Board Certified Elder Law Attorneys.

National LTC Ombudsman Resource Center

Center provides consultation and information and referral for long term care facility residents, families and others who use ombudsman services.

Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement

WISER is a non-profit organization devoted to providing women with information they need for a financially sound retirement. Site contains resources on such topics as Social Security, savings and investing, and widowhood.

End of Life Care

Americans for Better Care of the Dying

Site contains a consumer’s guide for end-of-life care.

Hospice Foundation of America

The website contains useful information on grief and links to other end-of-life resources.

National Hospice Foundation

Site contains consumer brochures designed to help individuals better understand hospice and end-of-life issues.

Embracing the End-of-Life Experience

Site contains information designed to help individuals better understand hospice and end-of-life issues.

General Health Resources

Stanford University Health Library

Consumer health information library that provides evidence-based medical information.

Mayo Clinic

Provides useful and up-to-date health information and tools.

Service offers free reliable and confidential health information in Spanish and English.

Call toll free Monday through Friday 9 am to 6 pm Eastern Standard Time.
1-866-Su-Familia (1-866-783-2645)

National Health Association

Alzheimer’s Association

Site contains information on the disease and helpful materials for caregivers.
Phone: 1-800-272-3900

National Parkinson Foundation

Site provides consumer and advocacy information related to Parkinson’s disease.

Arthritis Foundation

Site and 800 number provide general information and resources on arthritis.
Phone: 1-800-568-4045

American Cancer Society

The Society provides information on all aspects of cancer through a toll-free information line, web site, and published materials.
Phone: 1-800-ACS-2345

American Diabetes Association

Site contains basic information on diabetes and healthy living advice and tips.

American Heart Association

Site contains very useful information on heart disease and stroke prevention.
Phone: 1-800-AHA-USA-1

American Psychological Association

Site contains a Help Center that provides consumer information on mental health issues and concerns.

American Stroke Association

Consumer information for stroke prevention and care of someone following a stroke.

National Kidney Foundation

Consumer information to assist individuals affected by kidney diseases.

National Mental Health Association

Site contains fact sheets and other materials related to mental health issues.

National Osteoporosis Foundation

Consumer and professional information on bone health and osteoporosis.

Joint Commission

A website and organization that is dedicated to bringing high-quality care to every community.

Housing and Living Options

AAHSA

American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (AAHSA) website contains information about housing and long-term care services and facilities.

Senior Resource

Senior Resource provides information on housing choices for older adults.

National Association of Home Care

NAHC is a trade association representing the interests and concerns of home care agencies, hospices, home care aide organizations, and medical equipment suppliers. Site contains a consumer section focused on choosing a home care provider.

National Center for Assisted Living

The National Center for Assisted Living website contains consumer information on assisted living and other long-term care options.

National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification

NRCSHHM is a non-profit organization that promotes aging in place and independent living for persons of all ages and abilities. The website contains excellent resources on senior housing and home modifications.

Mental Health

The Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) provides this online resource for locating drug and alcohol abuse treatment programs around the Nation.
24- Hour Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

Mental Health Services Locator

This Locator provides you with comprehensive information about mental health services and resources by city, state or zip code. It is useful for professionals, consumers and their families, and the public.

Toll-free telephone: 1-800-789-2647

Web Site: http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

Suicide Prevention Hotline at: 1-800-273-TALK (8255). For TTY users, call: 1-800-799-4TTY (4889)

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