Alzheimer's
Association
Information on Alzheimer’s Disease, a list of 200 local chapters,
fact sheets and warning signs, recent research and treatment options,
and conferences and events.
American Association
of Homes and Services
Source of information on nonprofit housing options, listing of accredited
continuing care retirement communities, and frequently asked questions
and answers.
American Association
of Retired Persons
Resources for seniors on a range of aging topics. The "Search"
feature is particularly helpful.
The
AARP Guide to Internet Resources Related to Aging
This guide provides a comprehensive list of Internet sites and newsgroups
of interest to seniors and those concerned with aging-related issues.
Family Caregiver
Alliance
Information on caregiving, includes the Family Caregiver Alliance's
Online Caregiver Support Group.
Gerontological
Society of America
Data resources in gerontology (statistics, research and databases),
and publications on entitlement and federal programs published through
the National Academy on Aging.
Centers
for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Information on Medicaid, Medicare, Medigap, managed care and other
statistics, data, laws, and regulations.
The National Council
on Aging, Inc.
Information for consumers and professionals on a range of aging
issues including long-term care, public policy, community based
services, and health care.
Social Security Administration
Social Security benefits (publications and information), facts and
figures, financial status of Social Security programs, and public
information resources.
Validation
Therapy
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