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Benefits Check-Up
This website sponsored by the National Council on Aging features a step-by-step routine for researching potential cost-saving initiatives, including the various prescription medication programs currently available. Visit this site to see how you and your loved one can save money.

http://www.benefitscheckup.org

 

Senior Resources

Access America For Seniors
Links to government-sponsored services and organizations.
http://www.seniors.gov/

American Association Of Retired Persons
Useful information and product discounts for those over 50.
http://www.aarp.org/

Seniorworld Online
Daily rundown of news of interest to older people.
http://www.seniorworld.com/


Caregiving Resources

Homecare Online
Homecare Online is a National Association committed to representing the interests of the home care and hospice communities. Some of the services Homecare Online provides are; legislative and regulatory information, home care and Hospice locator, and an International job exchange.
http://www.nahc.org/

CareGuide.com
Careguide.com, assists families with resources to help finance and plan for care with assisted living facilities, nursing homes, health providers and much more. CareGuide.com has a national directory with over 75,000 providers.
http://www.careguide.com/

Family Caregiver Alliance
Family Caregiver Alliance offers specialized information for caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease, and other related disorders. The services include; an online support group, a list of California resource centers, fact sheets, reading lists, a news bureau, and research information.
http://www.caregiver.org/


Health Care Resources

FamiliesUSA: The Voice for Health Care Consumers
FamiliesUSA is a national, non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to promoting high quality, affordable health care and long term care.
http://www.familiesusa.org/

California Nursing Homes
The California Nursing Homes web site, from the California HealthCare Foundation, provides detailed information on all of the primary quality factors considered in selecting a nursing home.
http://www.calnhs.org/

Stroke Association
National Stroke Association provides information on stroke prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and research updates.
http://www.stroke.org/

American Parkinson's Disease Association
American Parkinson's Disease Association is a non-profit, voluntary health organization dedicated to research, advocacy, information and support on Parkinson's disease.
http://www.apdaparkinson.com/


Multicultural Resources

Korean Health, Education, Information and Research Center (KHEIR)
Home page of the Korean Health, Education, Information and Research Center (KHEIR) of Los Angeles, CA. KHEIR helps to attain medical and social benefit for those first generation immigrants and senior who have problems with language and adjusting to a new society. Information about services in English and Korean.
http://www.koreanhealth.org/

Alzheimer's Disease International
Alzheimer's Disease International (ADI) is an umbrella organization of fifty national Alzheimer Associations around the world whose main purpose is to improve the quality of life of people with dementia and their careers and to raise awareness of the disease.
http://www.alz.co.uk/


Government Resources

California Department of Aging
The California Department of Aging administers a broad range of home- and community-based services throughout California, working primarily with the Area Agencies on Aging who serve seniors, adults with disabilities, and caregivers. The Department also works with other public and private agencies. http://www.aging.ca.gov

Administration on Aging
The federal agency in charge of all government aging programs on the federal level. Provides the full text of AOA Update (newsletter) and includes a directory of resources, statistics and information about the Eldercare Locator-a toll-free information and referral service that helps locate services and programs for older people.
http://www.aoa.dhhs.gov/default.htm

California Alzheimer's Disease Program
Direct link to Alzheimer's programs administered by the State Department of Health: Alzheimer's Disease Diagnostic and Treatment Centers and the Alzheimer's Disease Research Fund (from state income-tax check off contributions).
http://www.dhs.ca.gov/alzheimers

California Department of Mental Health
State agency with oversight of mental health programs and services. Provides list of mental health laws and regulations with state and federal citations, and rulemaking public notices. Also has links to Ombudsman's office.
http://www.dmh.cahwnet.gov/

California Department of Social Services
State agency in charge of welfare and licensing issues, with direct links to Community Care Licensing, which has oversight over board and care homes and adult day care sites.
http://www.dss.cahwnet.gov/

Department of Veterans Affairs
Lists of all VA facilities, medical centers, clinics. Contains the Federal Benefits manual for veterans and dependents including disability compensation and pensions. Also has statistics on US Veterans and separate medical section.
http://www.va.gov/

Health Care Financing Administration
Federal agency that administers the Medicare, Medicaid (known as Medi-Cal in California) and Child Health Insurance Programs. HCFA also surveys and certifies health care facilities including nursing homes and home health agencies. Includes an Information Clearinghouse on federally-funded health programs.
http://www.hcfa.gov/

Medicare
Explains what Medicare covers, and important contact addresses, phone numbers and links to field offices. Includes comparison information on nursing homes.
http://www.medicare.gov/

National Institutes of Health
Bio-medical research arm of federal government. Provides a calendar of events, press releases, information about NIH health resources and a catalog of diseases under investigation at NIH. Provides information about NIH research grants and how to apply for them.
http://www.nih.gov/

Social Security Online
Provides access to statements from the Advisory Council on Social Security and information about Social Security benefits affected by the welfare reform law. Updates on Social Security legislation, Medicare rates, Social Security statistics and updates on the financial status of the Social Security program.
http://www.ssa.gov/

National Institute on Aging
One of the National Institutes of health which promotes healthy aging by conducting and supporting biomedical, social and behaviorial research and public education. Has press release, new research findings and health information.
http://www.nih.gov/nia

Advocacy

THOMAS: Legislative Information on the Internet
Centralized site for all Congressional legislation, including bill summaries and text, Congressional Record archives and Committee information. Links to other Congressional Internet Services and Library of Congress.
http://thomas.loc.gov/

California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform
Grass-roots advocacy group working to improve resident care in long-term care facilities. Includes "report card" of all nursing homes in the state, with any violations or fines. Has information on residents' rights and Medi-Cal consumer basics. Referrals to lawyers who specialize in abuse/neglect cases and estate planning lawyers.
http://www.canhr.org/

 


Professional Organizations and Resources

American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging
Trade organization for non-profit skilled nursing homes and other aging services. Includes tips on choosing facilities and services, a searchable directory and on-line bookstore.
http://www.aahsa.org/

American Society on Aging
Researchers, practitioners, educators, business people, and policymakers are members of this professional association. The American Society on Aging offers publications, education, programming, and state of the art information and training resources.
http://www.asaging.org/

Gerontological Society of America
This society promotes the scientific study of aging. They disseminate gerontological research and knowledge to researchers, to practitioners, and to decision and opinion makers.
http://www.geron.org/

American Geriatrics Society
The organization of health care providers is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all older adults. They develop, implement and advocate for programs in patient care, research, professional and public education, and public policy.
http://www.americangeriatrics.org/

National Council on the Aging (NCOA)
An association of organizations and individuals dedicated to promoting the dignity and self-determination of older adults, the National Council on the Aging provides education and training, publications, research and development, community services, employment programs, coalition building, public policy and advocacy.
http://www.ncoa.org/

National Association of Adult Day Services (NADSA)
A component of NCOA, NADSA is the only organization that provides a focal point for adult day services at the National level. It's mission is to provide assistance and guidance to adult day service programs and to planners of new programs through services, publication of instructional materials and the formulation of standards.
http://www.ncoa.org/nadsa/

National Guideline Clearinghouse
Public resources for evidence-based clinical practice guidelines. Sponsored by the agency for Health Care Policy and Research in partnership with the American Medical Association and the American Association of Health Plans.
http://www.guideline.gov/body_home_nf.asp?view=home

California Association of Adult Day Services
This is a non-profit, grassroots-driven organization advocating for the growth and development of adult day services in California and nationally. They provide advocacy, timely information, analysis, technical assistance, education, and networking opportunities for member organizations.
http://www.caads.org/

National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers
Geriatric Care Managers is a non-profit, professional organization of practitioners whose goal is the advancement of dignified care for the elderly and their families. Members are committed to maximizing the independence and autonomy of elders while striving to ensure that the highest quality and most cost-effective health and human services are appropriately used.
http://www.caremanager.org/

National Association of Social Workers, California Chapter
This is the professional organization for social workers. The California Chapter web site offers information about continuing education, events, job announcements, legislative agendas, publications, and membership services.
http://www.naswca.org/

American Physical Therapy Association: Section on Geriatrics
This web site targeted for physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, and students who are committed to providing quality care for geriatric clients contains information on the latest publications, careers in physical therapy and aging, and health and geriatric issues. http://geriatricspt.org/

State of California Medical Board: Continuing Education
This is the web site for the Board of Podiatric Medicine. The mission of the Board is to ensure protection of consumers through proper use of the licensing and enforcement authorities assigned to it by the State Legislature.
http://www.dca.ca.gov/bpm/education

Board of Behavioral Sciences: Continuing Education
The Board of Behavioral Sciences is responsible for consumer protection through the regulation of Marriage and Family Therapists (MFT); Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW); Licensed Educational Psychologists (LEP); MFT Interns; LCSW Associates; MFT Corporations; and LCSW Corporations in California. http://www.bbs.ca.gov/licstat3.htm

State of California Board of Registered Nursing
The Board of Registered Nursing is a state governmental agency established by law to protect the public by regulating the practice of registered nurses.
http://www.rn.ca.gov/

  San Gabriel Valley Alzheimer's Task Force
The San Gabriel Valley Alzheimer's Task Force is an alliance of multi-disciplinary professionals, serving the San Gabriel Valley, who are concerned about or providing services to persons with Alzheimer's Disease or a related type of dementia. http://www.alztaskforce.org


Spanish Language Resources (Español Links)

Administration on Aging
Pagina informativa en Espanol de la Administracion del Envejecimiento en el Departamento de Salud y Bienestar (Administration on Aging) una agencia federal exclusivamente dedicada al desarollo, la planificacion, y la administracion de servicios para la populacion diversa de Americanos de 60 anos de edad o mas y sus los cuidadores de personas de mayor edad.
http://www.aoa.gov/espanol/default.htm

Preguntale a NOAH sobre la Enfermedad de Alzheimer
Informacion sobre la enfermedad de Alzheimer del sistema Acceso Computarizado a la Salud de Nueva York (NOAH, siglas en ingles).
http://www.noah-health.org/

Asociacion Alzheimer de Monterrey, A.C.
Página informativa de la Asociación Alzheimer de Monterrey, México.
http://www.geocities.com/HotSprings/Spa/7712/indice.html

Página informativa de la Mal de Alzheimer
Información básica sobre la enfermedad de Alzheimer de la Asociación Mexicana de Alzheimer y Enfermedades Similares (AMAES).
http://www.amaes.org.mx/

Family Caregiver Alliance
Información del Family Caregiver Alliance sobre problemas de memoria y servicios para familias y cuidadores de personas con daño cerebral.
http://www.caregiver.org/factsheet.html

Medicare
Página informativa en Español de sobre el programa de Medicare- el program de seguro de salud del gobierno de los Estados Unidos para personas mayores de 65 años. Incluye materiales educativos y publicaciónes.
http://www.medicare.gov/Spanish/Overview.asp

National Institutes of Health
Página informativa en Español de Institutos Nacionales de la Salud (National Institutes of Health/NIH) el brazo biomédico de la investigación del gobierno federal. Incluye noticias, la agenda de acción de NIH para los hispanos y una selección de recursos sobre la salud.
http://salud.nih.gov/

Social Security
Página informativa official de la Adminstración de Seguro Social (Social Security Administration) en Español. Incluye publicaciones del Seguro Social en varios formatos.
http://www.ssa.gov/espanol/

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