AARP
The nation’s leading organization for people age 50 and older.
www.aarp.org
Administration for Community Living
Site provides an overview on a variety of topics, programs and services related to aging.
www.acl.gov/programs
Alzheimer’s Association
The world leader in Alzheimer’s research and support. The first and largest voluntary health organization dedicated to finding prevention methods, treatments and an eventual cure for Alzheimer’s.
www.alz.org
American Geriatrics Society
The premier professional organization of health care providers dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all older adults.
www.americangeriatrics.org
American Health Assistance Foundation
A charitable organization dedicated to funding research on age-related and degenerative diseases, educating the public about these diseases, and providing emergency financial assistance to persons with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers.
www.brightfocus.org
American Heart Association
Offers information on heart attacks, strokes and family health.
www.americanheart.org
Arthritis Foundation
Provides information on arthritis: types, treatments, coping tips and research information.
www.arthritis.org
Care Central
Site helps family members manage loved ones’ calendars and documents remotely.
www.carecentral.com
Care Managers
Referral sites to locate geriatric care managers who assess needs, identify and coordinate care resources.
www.caring.com
www.caremanager.org
Care Pathways
Site created and maintained by RNs to provide older adults and their families access to quality health care information, products and services.
www.carepathways.com
FDA Information for Older People
Articles, brochures and other publications with information on a wide range of health issues.
www.fda.gov/oc/seniors
Health and Age
The Novartis Foundation for Gerontology supports education and innovation in healthy aging, geriatrics and the care of elderly people.
www.healthandage.org