Federal and State Resources on Aging and Care
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) - www.cms.gov
Federal administers Medicare under contracts from CMS - www.adminastar.com
U.S. Department of Health:
Administration of Aging - www.aoa.gov/
Aging Help - www.aginghelp.com
Medicare - www.medicare.gov
Ohio Golden Buckeye - www.goldenbuckeye.com
Ohio Long Term Care Consumer Guide - www.ltcohio.org
Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging - www.ohioaging.org
Agencies and Organizations
Administration on Aging - http://www.aoa.gov
This site is designed to serve you – whether you are an older American, a caregiver, a professional in the field of aging, a member of our national aging network, a member of the media, or anyone with an interest in our nation’s large and growing aging population.
Aging Help - http://www.aginghelp.com
Aging help is for the professional serving the older American through community and in-home services. This help is often identified as senior, aging or elderly services by organizations that include senior centers, day-care facilities, health clinics, focal point agencies, area agencies, county departments, state units, or other organizations.
Ageless Design - http://www.agelessdesign.com
This site is dedicated to smarter, safer living for seniors, especially those with Alzheimer’s Disease.
Alliance for Aging Research - http://www.agingresearch.org
The nation's leading non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health and independence of Americans as they age through public and private funding of medical research and geriatric education.
Alliance for Retired Americans - http://www.retiredamericans.org
A strong, new voice for retired workers and their families. The Alliance is not a senior citizen’s social club and it is not an organization formed to sell you things. It is a way for retired union members and others to make their voices heard. More than 2.5 million people are members already.
Alzheimer’s Association - http://www.alz.org
The Alzheimer’s Association, a national network of chapters, is the largest national voluntary health organization committed to finding a cure for Alzheimer’s and helping those affected by the disease.
Alzheimer’s Disease Education & Referral Center - http://www.alzheimers.org
Welcome to the Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center's website. Here you will find information about Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. The ADEAR Center is a service of the National Institute on Aging (NIA). The NIA is one of the National Institutes of Health under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
American Assoc. for Geriatric Psychiatry - http://www.aagpgpa.org
The American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry is a national association representing and serving its members and the field of geriatric psychiatry. It is dedicated to promoting the mental health and well being of older people and improving the care of those with late-life mental disorders. AAGP’s mission is to enhance the knowledge base and standard of practice in geriatric psychiatry through education and research and to advocate for meeting the mental health needs of older Americans.
American Assoc. of Retired Persons - http://www.aarp.org
Founded in 1958 by retired California educator, Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, AARP (formerly known as the American Association of Retired Persons) today represents more than 34 million members. Over half of our members are working, either full or part-time, while the remainders are fully retired.
American Federation for Aging Research - http://www.afar.org
Since 1981, the American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR) has helped scientists begin and further careers in aging research and geriatric medicine. Our mission is to promote healthier aging through biomedical research.
American Geriatrics Society - http://www.americangeriatrics.org
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. With an active membership of over 6,000 health care professionals, the AGS has a long history of effecting change in the provision of health care for older adults. In the last decade, the Society has become a pivotal force in shaping attitudes, policies and practices regarding health care for older people.
American Parkinson Disease Association - http://www.apdaparkinson.org
The American Parkinson Disease Association, Inc., founded in 1961, has sought to "Ease the Burden and Find the Cure" for this disease through research, patient and family support and education.
American Society on Aging - http://www.asaging.org
Thousands of professionals throughout the country rely on the American Society on Aging to keep them on the cutting edge in an aging society. Through renowned educational programming, outstanding publications and state-of-the-art information and training resources, ASA members tap into the knowledge and experience of the largest network of professionals in the field. But ASA is much more than a traditional professional association. ASA is unique.
Arthritis Foundation - http://www.arthritis.org
The Arthritis Foundation is the only national not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions with advocacy, programs, services and research.
Better Vision Institute - http://www.visionsite.org
The Better Vision Institute is a prestigious and unique body that brings together the vision community's three professional disciplines - ophthalmology, optometry and opticianry. It provides the only forum in which these three professions can come together to address America's vision health. It is an independent, not-for-profit advisory board to Vision Council of America. VCA is a non-profit trade association for optical industry suppliers totaling almost 1,000 members.
Care Guide - http://www.careguide.com
CareGuide is a care management company dedicated to helping people at every stage of the aging process lead more comfortable, secure and independent lives. Through our national network of care managers, toll-free Support Center and Web site, CareGuide provides families with everything they need to assess, plan, manage and monitor the best care for their loved ones.
CarePathways.com - http://www.carepathways.com
CarePathways.com is an Internet community created and maintained by Registered Nurses (RNs) dedicated to providing seniors and their families access to quality information and creditable services.
Children of Aging Parents - http://www.caps4caregivers.org
Children of Aging Parents is a nonprofit, charitable organization whose mission is to assist the nation's nearly 23 million caregivers of the elderly with reliable information, referrals and support, and to heighten public awareness that the health of the family caregivers is essential to ensure quality care of the nation's growing elderly population.
Clearinghouse on Abuse & Neglect of Elderly - http://www.elderabusecenter.org
NCEA exists to provide elder abuse information to professionals and the public; offer technical assistance and training to elder abuse agencies and related professionals; conduct short-term elder abuse research; and assist with elder abuse program and policy development. NCEA's website contains many resources and publications to help achieve these goals.
Council on Family Health - http://www.cfhinfo.org
Seniors can get helpful information on health related issues and medication facts at this website.
Crimes of Persuasion: Schemes, Scams, Frauds that Prey on Seniors - http://www.crimes-of-persuasion.com
To inform the public, along with law enforcement personnel, justice officials and victim support groups on the workings and scope of telemarketing and investment fraud so that efforts can effectively be taken to minimize the impact on its victims and ensure that adequate penalties are in place to deter the perpetrators.