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Resources

Informational Sites

  • Elder Web: A research site for both professionals and family members looking for information on eldercare and long term care, and includes links to information on legal, financial, medical, and housing issues, as well as policy, research, and statistics.
    URL: http://www.elderweb.com
  • Eldercare Locator: A public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging. The Eldercare Locator connects older Americans and their caregivers with local sources of information on senior services.
    URL: http://www.eldercare.gov
  • safeaging.org: an online resource of information on fall prevention, elder abuse, pedestrian/motor vehicle safety
    URL: http://www.safeaging.org
  • Senior Sites: Information about senior housing in all 50 states
    URL: http://www.seniorsites.com
  • www.stopfalls.org: Stop Falls is an information resource for fall prevention sponsored by the University of Southern California Andrus Gerontology Center.
    URL: http://www.stopfalls.org

    • Little Brothers Around the World

  • International Federation: International Federation of Little Brothers of the Poor (English available!)
    URL: http://www.petitsfreres.org/
  • Canada: les petits frères des Pauvres
    URL: http://www.petitsfreres.ca/
  • France: les petits frères des Pauvres
    URL: http://www.petitsfreres.asso.fr/
  • Germany: Freunde alter Menschen e. V. (English available!)
    URL: http://en.famev.de/
  • Ireland: The Little Brothers (Friends of the Elderly) Limited.
    URL: http://www.friendsoftheelderly.ie/
  • Mexico: Los Hermanos del Anciano A.C.
    URL: http://www.loshermanosdelanciano.org/
  • Poland: mali bracia Ubogich (English available!)
    URL: http://en.malibracia.org.pl/
  • Spain: Amigos de los mayores / Amics de la Gent Gran
    URL: http://www.amigosdelosmayores.org/
  • Switzerland: La Fondation les petits frères des Pauvres
    URL: http://www.petitsfreres.ch/

    • Little Brothers in the United States

  • Boston, MA: Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly in Boston, Massachusetts
    URL: http://bos.LittleBrothers.org
  • Chicago, IL: Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly in Chicago, Illinois
    URL: http://chi.LittleBrothers.org
  • Cincinnati, OH: Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly in Cincinnati, Ohio
    URL: http://cin.LittleBrothers.org
  • Houghton County, MI: Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly in Hancock, Houghton County, Upper Peninsula of Michigan
    URL: http://hou.LittleBrothers.org
  • Miami, FL: Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly in Miami, Florida
    URL: http://mia.LittleBrothers.org
  • Omaha, NE: Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly in Omaha, Nebraska
    URL: http://oma.LittleBrothers.org/
  • Philadelphia, PA: Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    URL: http://phi.LittleBrothers.org
  • San Francisco, CA: Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly in San Francisco, California
    URL: http://san.LittleBrothers.org
  • Twin Cities, MN: Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota
    URL: http://min.LittleBrothers.org
  • United States: National Organization: Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly is a national network of non-profit, volunteer-based organizations committed to relieving isolation and loneliness among the elderly. We offer to people of good will the opportunity to join the elderly in friendship and the celebration of life.
    URL: http://www.littlebrothers.org/

    • Books & Publications

  • Aging Today (an ASA publication): Aging Today, ASA's bimonthly newspaper, covers developments in public policy, research, practice, media and programming in the field of aging.
    URL: http://www.agingtoday.org
  • Generations Magazine ( an ASA publication): Generations Magazine is the premier resource for professionals in the field of aging. Published by American Society on Aging Publications.
    URL: http://www.generationsjournal.org
  • If I Live To Be One Hundred: If I Live to Be 100 is a remarkable book, beautifully written and elegantly wise, that takes us inside the world of the very old and invites us to learn from them firsthand the art of living well for an exceptionally long period of time.
    URL: http://www.ifilivetobe100.com
  • Lively Aging (Paperback): An anthology of poems, thoughts and personal stories written entirely by our elderly friends We talk a lot about the aged these days. We talk and discuss them but do we really listen to them? Through respect and affection for our elderly friends, the International Federation of Little Brothers invited hundreds of elderly people to share with us their reflections on life as they grow older. Lively Aging is the title of this book whose authors from the United States, Quebec, Germany, France, Spain, Ireland and Mexico share with us their happy and sad moments, their projects, their passions, and all that they feel but haven't had the opportunity to express.
    URL: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/2762121272/qid=942437006/002-4417147-2437850
  • The Busy Family's Guide to Volunteering: The Busy Family's Guide to Volunteering shows you how to find volunteer opportunities that meet the needs of your family.
    URL: http://www.robinslane.com/books/volunteering.html

    • Associations

  • Administration on Aging: The Administration on Aging (AoA) is an agency in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Created in 1965 with the passage of the Older Americans Act (OAA), AoA is part of a federal, state, tribal and local partnership called the National Network on Aging. While all older Americans may receive services, the OAA targets those older individuals who are in greatest economic and social need: the poor, the isolated, and those elders disadvantaged by social or health disparities. The six core services funded by the OAA include: Supportive services, Nutrition services, Preventive health services, The National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP), Services that protect the rights of vulnerable older persons, and Services to Native Americans.
    URL: http://www.aoa.gov
  • Alzheimer's Association USA: 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.
    URL: http://www.alz.org
  • American Association of Retired Persons: AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan association dedicated to shaping and enriching the experience of aging for our members and for all Americans. It's today the nation's largest organization of midlife and older persons.
    URL: http://www.aarp.org/
  • American Society on Aging: A nonprofit organization committed to enhancing the knowledge and skills of those working with older adults and their families. The largest network of professionals in the field of aging.
    URL: http://asaging.org
  • Gray Panthers Organization: Gray Panthers' Founding: In August of 1970, Maggie Kuhn convened a group of five friends, all of whom were retiring from national religious and social work organizations. This first "Network" of friends gathered to look at the common problems faced by retirees — loss of income, loss of contact with associates and loss of one of our society's most distinguishing social roles, one's job.
    URL: http://www.graypanthers.org
  • National Association of Area Agencies on Aging: The National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (N4A) is the umbrella organization for the 655 area agencies on aging and more than 230 Title VI Native American aging programs in the U.S. N4A's primary mission is to build the capacity of its members to help older persons and persons with disabilities live with dignity and choices in their homes and communities for as long as possible.
    URL: http://www.n4a.org
  • National Council on the Aging: Founded in 1950, The National Council on the Aging is a national network of organizations and individuals dedicated to improving the health and independence of older persons; increasing their continuing contributions to communities, society and future generations; and building caring communities.
    URL: http://www.ncoa.org
  • Senior Service Corps: Senior Corps is a network of programs that tap the experience, skills, and talents of older citizens to meet community challenges. Through its three programs – Foster Grandparents, Senior Companions, and RSVP (the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) – more than a half million Americans age 55 and over assist local nonprofits, public agencies, and faith-based organizations in carrying out their missions.
    URL: http://www.seniorcorps.org

    • Miscellaneous

  • David Fisk, Photographer: Most of the photos present on this site are by David Fisk. Thank you David!
    On this site you find more of his work.
    URL: http://web.archive.org/web/20040617132118/http://www.usefilm.com/photographer/23491.html
  • Health Aging Program: Health Aging Program is an online resource of model health programs; it is sponsored by the National Council on Aging (NCOA).
    URL: http://www.healthyagingprograms.org
  • Rebuilding Together: Rebuilding Together is a national home repair and rehabilitation program for low-income families, elderly and disabled.
    URL: http://www.rebuildingtogether.org/

    • Healthy Aging

  • ABLEDATA database of assistive technology: ABLEDATA provides objective information about assistive technology products and rehabilitation equipment available from domestic and international sources.
    URL: http://www.abledata.com/
  • Alliance for Retired Americans: The mission of the Alliance for Retired Americans is to ensure social and economic justice and full civil rights for all citizens so that they may enjoy lives of dignity, personal and family fulfillment and security.
    URL: http://www.retiredamericans.org/
  • American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry (AAGP): AAGP 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.
    URL: http://www.aagponline.org/
  • American Association of Retired Persons (AARP): AARP - Enhancing quality of life for all as we age. Leading positive social change and delivering value to people age 50 and over through information, advocacy and service. Visit AARP website for resources on aging and retirement; discounts on drugs, travel; insurance, financial services, and a wide range of unique benefits and products for members.
    URL: http://www.aarp.org/
  • American Medical Association (AMA) Doctor Find
    URL: http://webapps.ama-assn.org/doctorfinder/home.html?aps/amahg.htm
  • Elder Craftsmen: Elder Craftsmen; Crafts Training for Senior Citizens
    URL: http://www.eldercraftsmen.org/
  • Elder Hostel: Discover more than 8,000 all-inclusive learning adventures in all 50 states and more than 90 countries abroad.
    URL: http://www.elderhostel.org/welcome/home.asp
  • Family Caregiver Alliance: Established in 2001 as a program of Family Caregiver Alliance, the National Center on Caregiving (NCC) works to advance the development of high-quality, cost-effective policies and programs for caregivers in every state in the country. Uniting research, public policy and services, the NCC serves as a central source of information on caregiving and long-term care issues for policy makers, service providers, media, funders and family caregivers throughout the country.
    URL: http://www.caregiver.org/caregiver/jsp/home.jsp
  • Grand Times – Weekly Ezine for Seniors: Grand Times a unique weekly magazine published for active older adults. Controversial, entertaining and informative, we celebrate life's opportunities and examine life's challenges.
    URL: http://www.grandtimes.com/
  • Idealist – Action without borders: Action Without Borders connects people, organizations, and resources to help build a world where all people can live free and dignified lives.
    URL: http://www.idealist.org
  • Senior Corps: Seniors are one of America's most vital resources - offering a wealth of experience and energy. Through Senior Corps, nearly half a million Americans age fifty-five and older share their time and talents to help solve local problems as Foster Grandparents serving one-on-one with young people with special needs; Senior Companions helping other seniors live independently in their homes; and volunteers with the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) meeting a wide range of community needs.
    URL: http://www.seniorcorps.org/
  • Senior Job Bank: Senior Job Bank provides an online forum for over-50 job seekers to find employment with organizations focused on tapping the resources of our aging population.
    URL: http://www.seniorjobbank.org/
  • Senior Net: SeniorNet provides nonprofit computer and Internet education for older adults and seniors. SeniorNet is the premier senior site for content and community.
    URL: http://www.seniornet.org/php/default.php
  • Suddenly Senior – Weekly Ezine: For senior citizens who are too young to be old. Senior humor, senior trivia, senior nostalgia, jokes, Canadian drug stores, senior sex, senior humor, senior jokes, Medicare
    URL: http://www.suddenlysenior.com/
  • The National Adult Day Services Association (NADSA)
    URL: http://www.nadsa.org/
  • Travel with a Challenge: A richly illustrated website of articles, news and advice spotlighting ecotourism, countries and cultures, cruises and train travel appealing to mature travelers.
    URL: http://www.travelwithachallenge.com/
  • Widow Net: An information and support resource for, and by, widows and widowers. Topics covered include grief, bereavement, recovery, and other information helpful to those who have suffered the death of a spouse.
    URL: http://www.widownet.org/index.shtml

    • Federal Agencies

  • Administration on Aging: The U.S. Administration on Aging is an agency in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is one of the nation's largest providers of home- and community-based care for older persons and their caregivers
    URL: http://www.aoa.gov/
  • Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ): The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is the lead Federal agency charged with improving the quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of health care for all Americans.
    URL: http://www.ahcpr.gov/
  • Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC): CDC Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Home Page
    URL: http://www.cdc.gov/
  • Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
    URL: http://www.cms.hhs.gov/default.asp
  • Department of Health & Human Services
    URL: http://www.dhhs.gov/
  • Food & Drug Administration (FDA): Home Page for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
    URL: http://www.fda.gov/
  • Medicare: Medicare.gov is a consumer beneficiary Website that provides access to information about Medicare, Medicare health plans, contact information and publications, as well as information about health care fraud and abuse and nursing homes.
    URL: http://www.medicare.gov
  • National Institutes of Health (NIH): Official website of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). NIH is one of the world's foremost medical research centers. An agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the NIH is the Federal focal point for health research. The NIH website offers health information for the public as well as medical professionals. There's extensive information on funding opportunities and links to the many Institutes and Centers that make-up NIH such as the National Cancer Institute and the National Library of Medicine.
    URL: http://www.nih.gov/index.html
  • NCOA Benefits Check Up
    URL: http://www.benefitscheckup.org/
  • Seniors' Resources on FirstGov.gov: FirstGov.gov for Seniors: View topics about and for senior citizens. Includes retirement, health, housing, taxes, and travel.
    URL: http://www.firstgov.gov/Topics/Seniors.shtml
  • Social Security: Official website of the U.S. Social Security Administration.
    URL: http://www.ssa.gov/
  • U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC): Consumer Product Safety Commission: official Federal Agency website, including recalls, reports, alerts
    URL: http://www.cpsc.gov/
  • U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA): The US Department of Veterans Affairs provides patient care and federal benefits to veterans and their dependents. The home page for the Department of Veterans Affairs provides links to veterans benefits and services, as well as information and resources for other Departmental programs and offices.
    URL: http://www.va.gov/

    • Housing Options

  • American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (AAHSA): Our members offer the continuum of aging services: adult day services, home health, community services, senior housing, assisted living residences, continuing care retirement communities, and nursing homes.
    URL: http://www.aahsa.org/
  • American Health Care Association & National Center for Assisted Living: A guide to finding, planning, preparing, and paying for long term care in a nursing home or in an assisted living facility.
    URL: http://www.longtermcareliving.com/
  • Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA): Search for assisted living residences and communities by city and state
    URL: http://www.alfa.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3278
  • Long Term Care Resources: Choosing a nursing home has always been a difficult task at best - How do I know a good nursing home when I see it?
    URL: http://www.ltc-resources.com/%20
  • National Accessible Apartment Clearinghouse
    URL: http://www.accessibleapartments.org/website/article.asp?id=4
  • National Center For Assisted Living (NCAL)
    URL: http://www.ncal.org/
  • National Citizens’ Coalition for Nursing Home Reform (NCCNHR): The National Citizens' Coalition for Nursing Home Reform, a national non-profit consumer advocacy organization for nursing home residents, offers information on staffing in nursing homes, citizen advocacy groups, long term care ombudsman programs, how family members can advocate for good care, and government policies, laws and regulations affecting residents. The site includes fact sheets on malnutrition, neglect and abuse, restraints, and resident rights as well as listings of agencies and organizations to contact regarding complaints about poor nursing home care.
    URL: http://www.nccnhr.org/
  • National Home Modification Action Coalition: Resource for the elderly or disabled to increase the availability and access of home modifications.
    URL: http://www.homemods.org/index.shtml

    • Legal/Financial

  • American Bar Association (ABA)
    URL: http://www.abanet.org/
  • Illinois Office of State Guardianship: The Office of State Guardian (OSG) is the largest public guardianship agency of its kind in the United States, serving nearly 5,300 adult disabled wards. With cases in virtually every Illinois county, the Office of State Guardian handles the personal, financial, and legal affairs of developmentally disabled, mentally ill and elderly persons with disablilities.
    URL: http://gac.state.il.us/osg/default.htm
  • National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc
    URL: http://www.naela.com/
  • National Center on Poverty Law
    URL: http://www.povertylaw.org/
  • National Consume Law Center: America's foremost advocate for low-income consumer justice, and its leading expert on low-income consumer issues
    URL: http://www.consumerlaw.org/
  • National Housing Law Project
    URL: http://www.nhlp.org/
  • National Senior Citizens Law Center: NSCLC Files Lawsuit Challenging Medicaid’s Citizenship Documentation Requirements
    URL: http://www.nsclc.org/
  • Statement of Illinois Law on Advance Directives and DNR Orders
    URL: http://www.idph.state.il.us/public/books/advin.htm
  • Survivor’s Handbook: Making Funeral Plans and Obtaining Benefits When There Is a Death in the Family
    URL: http://www.ag.uiuc.edu/~vista/abstracts/asurvivor.html

    • Diagnosis

  • Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR): The Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center Web site will help you find current, comprehensive Alzheimer's disease (AD) information and resources from the National Institute on Aging (NIA).
    URL: http://www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers
  • Alzheimer’s Association: The Alzheimer's Association is the world leader in Alzheimer research and support. Through our national network of advocates and chapters, we advance research, improve services and care, create awareness of Alzheimer's disease and mobilize support. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's disease.
    URL: http://www.alz.org/
  • American Cancer Society: The American Cancer Society is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering through research education advocacy and service.
    URL: http://www.cancer.org/docroot/home/index.asp
  • American Diabetes Association
    URL: http://www.diabetes.org/home.jsp
  • American Heart Association
    URL: http://www.americanheart.org
  • American Lung Association
    URL: http://www.lungusa.org/site/pp.asp?c=dvLUK9O0E&b=22542
  • American Pain Foundation: American Pain Foundation, Pain, Chronic Pain, Pain Information, Pain Advocacy, End of Life, Veterans & Pain, Pain Support
    URL: http://www.painfoundation.org/
  • Arthritis Foundation: Arthritis Foundation
    URL: http://www.arthritis.org/
  • ClinicalTrials.gov: ClinicalTrials.gov provides patients, family members, health care professionals, and members of the public, free access to information on clinical studies for a wide range of diseases and conditions.
    URL: http://clinicaltrials.gov/
  • Healthfinder Search Engine by diagnosis
    URL: http://www.healthfinder.gov/
  • Lab Tests On Line Information: Lab Tests Online offers patient education to help health care consumers better manage their care. A public resource on clinical lab testing from the professionals who do the testing.
    URL: http://www.labtestsonline.org/index.html
  • Merck Manual of Medical Information
    URL: http://www.merck.com/mmhe/index.html
  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
    URL: http://www.cancer.gov/%20
  • National Institutes of Health – Senior Health
    URL: http://nihseniorhealth.gov/listoftopics.html
  • National Library of Medicine - Health Information
    URL: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/
  • National Multiple Sclerosis Society
    URL: http://www.nmss.org/
  • National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF)
    URL: http://www.nof.org/
  • National Parkinson Foundation: To find the cause of and the cure for Parkinson disease through research.To improve the quality of life for both patients and caregivers with Parkinson Disease. To educate patients, their caregivers, and the general public about Parkinson Disease.
    URL: http://www.parkinson.org/site/pp.asp?c=9dJFJLPwB&b=71117
  • National Stroke Association
    URL: http://www.stroke.org/site/PageServer?pagename=HOME
  • NIH Office of Race Diseases
    URL: http://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/default.htm
  • Pharmacy & You: American Pharmacists Association
    URL: http://www.pharmacyandyou.org/
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