Useful Websites for Older Adults and Their Families

Disclaimer: Bridgewater Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing does not endorse any of the following suggested sites about healthful aging & eldercare. They are included as references for people who need more information on these subjects.

Organizations, Information, and Websites

Local websites of interest:

www.broomeelderservices.org
A dedicated Partnership of consumers, public, private, nonprofit agencies and faith community members working to improve long term care services.

www.tier.net
The Action for Older Persons website, with a wealth of information of interest to seniors.

www.gobroomecounty.com
The Broome County Government site, which includes the Office for the Aging

www.stroke.org
The National Stroke Association's advice on prevention, treatment, and rehab designed to reduce the incidence and impact of stroke.

www.strokeassociation.org
The American Stroke Association list’s the warning signs of stroke and an A-Z guide to heart and stroke. The website also provides information about prevention, treatment, and services to stroke victims.

www.alz.org
The Alzheimer's Association is the world leader in Alzheimer research and support. On this site, you'll find information about the disease, programs and services, and advocacy efforts.

www.americanheart.org
The American Heart Association provides an easy-to-use reference guide to heart and stroke; warning signs of heart attack and stroke, and heart patient information.

www.maxrehab.com
A Comprehensive Resource and Directory for Rehabilitation Information.

www.joslin.harvard.edu
The Joslin Diabetes Center. The world’s leading Diabetes center affiliated with Harvard Medical School.

www.cancer.org
American Cancer Society. Information about cancer, cancer treatment, support groups and services, and special health needs of patients and survivors.

www.ncoa.org
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.

www.aarp.org
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP). AARP is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as we age. Check their Wellness Center for information on fitness, nutrition, stress, and staying healthy. Click on the Health & Wellness Guide for one-stop health and wellness information, books, websites, and discussions.

www.aoa.dhhs.gov
Designed for older Americans and their families and caregivers, this website of the Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services covers programs that can enrich the lives of older persons and support their independence. It includes a caregiver’s guide, Eldercare Locator, and online retirement planning, and more.

www.asaging.org
The American Society on Aging provides educational programs, publications, and information and training resources for what is probably the largest network of professionals in the field of aging.

www.steolc.org
The Southern Tier End of Life Coalition assists in helping people achieve an experience of dying that reflects each individual's personal wishes for physical and emotional comfort, dignity, meaning and respect.

www.caregiving.org
The National Alliance for Caregiving is dedicated to providing support to family caregivers and the professionals who help them and to increasing public awareness of issues facing family caregivers.

www.elderweb.com
This award-winning site for older adults and their families covers a wide range of topics: Finance and Law; News; Living Arrangements; Body and Soul; Regional Directory; Associations and Agencies; and an Eldercare Locator.

Articles, News, and Noteworthy

AAOS On-Line Service Guide to Home Safety
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Public Information

Stroke Resources from ABC News
a wealth of information on strokes, their causes, prevention, and more.

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