Administration on Aging Information about programs for the elderly, practitioners who serve the aged, statistical information on the aging, and information for consumers. Aging Well Health and wellness site for mature adults devoted specifically to helping mature New Yorkers maintain proper health and nutrition practices as they age. Learn about medicines, their side effects, light exercises to help keep joints and limbs limber and more. AARP The nation's leading organization for people age 50 and older. Membership benefits, discounts, community/volunteer programs, legislative issues and more. American Geriatrics Society A nationwide, not-for-profit association of geriatrics health care professionals, research scientists, and other concerned individuals dedicated to improving the health, independence and quality of life of all older people. Captioned Media Program Provides over 4,000 educational and general-interest open-captioned videos for the deaf or hard of hearing at no charge. Extendedcare.com Choose an extended care provider from this comprehensive resource with information on over 60,000 providers in the United States. Also features a geriatric library relating specifically to geriatric issues and conditions that occur in later life. Health Care Proxy Describes how you can authorize someone else to make your medical decisions if you are unable to do so. It includes a proxy form. From the NYS Attorney General's Office Motorized Wheelchair Lemon Law Consumer Guide Answers frequently-asked questions about resolving problems with wheelchairs. From the NYS Attorney General's Office. NYC Department for the Aging Administers the City's 335 senior centers, provides a range of programs for the elderly and caregiver families, opens doors to jobs and volunteer work, and acts as an advocate on the local, state and national levels. New York Foundation for Senior Citizens Dedicated to helping New York's seniors enjoy healthier, safer, more productive and dignified lives in their own homes and communities and to help them avoid the need for premature institutionalization. Info on clerical training, job placement, and other support services. New York State Office for the Aging A public service to older New Yorkers, their families and professional in aging. Find toll-free helplines, a local office near you, services and programs, facts, resource links, and more. Senior Housing Alternatives Directory of retirement communities, assisted living facilities and nursing homes with detailed descriptions, photographs, and floor plans. Plus, a glossary of terms, links to health information, long term care financing and more! Senior Job Bank A non-profit free referral service that links the older more-experienced worker with homeowners and businesses for occasional, temporary and part-time job opportunities in the U.S. and internationally, . SeniorNet The nonprofit SeniorNet provides adults 50+ access to and education about computer technology and the Internet to enhance their lives and enable them to share their knowledge and wisdom. Social Security Online The official web site of the Social Security Administration with information on retirement, disability, survivors and supplemental security income benefits. |
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