Links to Sites for Seniors

Resources for Seniors

National Public Radio

Provides access to programs and interviews with experts on topics such as Aging Boomers, End of Life Decisions, Longevity and Aging, and Aging and Genetics. All segments initially aired on Morning Edition, Talk of the Nation, or All Things Considered. To access any of these segments go to the Web site and then to Enter Keywords and type in “Aging.”

Administration on Aging

The Administration on Aging provides a wealth of information on aging and the various state agencies available to the public. AOA also provides:

National Aging Information Center

"NAIC serves as a central source for a wide variety of information on aging for older people, their families, and those who work for or on behalf of older persons. "

Eldercare Locator

A great way to find resources near where you live.

The National Council on the Aging

The National Council on the Aging provides information on services and programs available to senior citizens.

AARP

Provides up-to-date information on the issues of greatest concern to senior citizens. It also provides information on life insurance, travel, ... and membership.

Modern Maturity

(Modern Maturity is published by AARP).

SeniorNet

SeniorNet offers Enrichment Centers, Learning Centers, and over 400 on-line discussion groups about everything you can think of!

ThirdAge Media

Useful information and fun reading.

Care Guide

Information on Elder Care facilities and issues.

HUD

Housing information for seniors.

ElderWeb

A collection of over 6000 reviewed links to information relating to long-term care and assisted living.

Senior Resources Guide

For over 20 years, the Seniors Blue Book provided information about housing, health, and other senior issues. Now the Senior Resources Guide provides on-line access to databases of valuable information.

Resources for Professionals

National Institute on Aging

One of the National Institutes of Health, NIA “leads a broad scientific effort to understand the nature of aging and to extend the healthy, active years of life. ”

The American Geriatrics Society

AGS is "the premier professional organization of health care providers dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all older adults. "

The American Geriatrics Society Foundation for Health in Aging

"The FHA aims to build a bridge between geriatrics health care professionals and the public, and to advocate on behalf of older adults and their special needs"

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