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The availability of online information about services for the elderly, medical conditions and care-giving continues to grow. Finding reliable and quality information takes time and persistence but can be quite useful. The following list provides a variety of links to websites that you may find helpful in your pursuit of information.
Associates of RISE for Seniors have reviewed many websites. We have labeled several “Blue Ribbon Choices” as they contain pertinent, up-to-date information in a user friendly manner.
RISE FOR SENIOR’S BLUE RIBBON CHOICES
www.arp.org
This consumer-oriented website offers information and resources related to caregiving. Three of the site’s sections “Health,” “Family Home and Legal,” and “Money and Work” contain practical tools and links to additional resources.
www.alz.org
This website informs a diverse audience about Alzheimer’ Disease’s. The “Living with Alzheimer’s” section prides information that is essential for providing quality care to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease. The site also provides a 24-hour hotline number and connections to local chapters and support groups.
www.caregiver.org
This website is produced by the Family
Caregiver Alliance, National Center on Caregiving. The site offers a wide array of online publications, fact sheets and services targeted toward individuals caring for an older person.
www.strengthforcaring.com
This website is targeted toward the family caregiver defined as “anyone who takes care of a loved one.” The site provides a caregiver manual, information about daily care, housing and health conditions including treatment options.
ADDITIONAL WEBSITE RESOURCES
www.aoa.gov
Administration on Aging
www.theceal.org
Center for Excellence in Assisted Living
www.metroelderservices.com
Metro Elder Services Association
www.n4a.org
National Association of Area Agencies on Aging
www.nia.nih.org
U.S. National Institutes of Health – National Institute on Aging
www.hhs.gov
Department of Health and Human Services
www.cms.hhs.gov
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
www.agenet.com
Agenet Eldercare Network
www.ssa.gov
Social Security Administration
www.nihseniorhealth.com
Health information from the National Institute of Health
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