Helpful Online Resources
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Benefits
National Council on Aging Benefits Checkup online tool to search for benefits
The Elderly Helpline provides referrals to state resources for assisted living, insurance, legal, and other resources
SeniorCare.com state-specific information about senior demographics, housing, long term care, healthcare, and more
Eldercare Locator a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging that connects you to servicesÂ
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Aging page
Click on your state in the middle of the page; after you’re taken to the state page, scroll down near the bottom, to the Sections box on the right side
211 In many communities across the country, dialing 211 connects you to a confidential referral agency that can help you access local resources and services. There are more than 200 agencies across the United States.
Healthcare Including Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare.gov official Medicare site
Medicare Rights free reference source for information about Medicare and health insurance
Medicare Healthcare Providers Search Tool search for doctors, hospitals, nursing homes, home health services, hospices, rehab facilities, and dialysis facilities that accept Medicare
State Health Insurance Assistance Program free, unbiased counseling and assistance with Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Medicare Rights Center provides counseling and education about Medicare
Senior Medicare Patrol helps Medicare beneficiaries prevent, detect, and report healthcare fraud, errors, and abuse
Office of Medicare Hearing and Appeals
Medicaid.gov official Medicaid site
Medicaid Beneficiary Resources links to all state Medicaid pages and resources including eligibility and how to apply
Medicaid Planning Assistance a free Medicaid information resource provided by the American Council on Aging
Find a Health Center (hrsa.gov) Find a local health care center that provides primary health services at little or no cost
FairHealth get cost information for thousands of medical and dental procedures and learn about health insurance topics
Social Service Organizations
NeedyMeds national non-profit that helps people afford their medications and other healthcare costs
Senior Advocacy Organizations
National Council on Aging advocacy and education for seniors with a focus on healthy living and financial security
Home Care and Assisted Living Information
Medicare Home Health Search Tool help find Medicare approved home health agencies
Medicare Nursing Home Search Tool information about every Medicare-certified nursing home in the U.S.
Eldercare Directory information about home health care, nursing homes, Medicare, Medicaid, and other government benefits
Genworth Cost of Care Survey provides current and projected future costs of long-term care for cities and states across the U.S.
LongTermCare.gov guidance on long-term care planning
Pioneer Network nonprofit organization changing the culture of long-term care; offers resources and information for seniors and caregivers
Senior Care Authority placement assistance for assisted living or other care options
AssistedLiving.org referrals and information about assisted living facilities
Paying For Senior Care financial information for long term care
Caring.com directory of resources for in-home care and home health care
Seniors Blue Book information about assisted living, memory care, nursing homes, retirement communities, home healthcare, and local senior services
The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care
Independent Living
U.S. Administration for Community Living
Guidance for Aging in Place from the National Institute on Aging
National Aging in Place Council
Village to Village Network a network of community-based, grassroots organizations that support older adults living in their own homes
Habitat For Humanity Aging in Place program
Rebuilding Together
Senior Driving Safety & Mobility provided by AAA
U.S. Department of Transportation information for older drivers
National Aging and Disability Transportation Center promotes the availability and accessibility of transportation options for older adults
Information and Services for Caregivers
ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center
National Alliance of Caregiving
Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers
Health.gov Caregiver Support page
The Caregiver’s Handbook provided by the National Institute on Aging
U.S. Administration for Community Living National Family Caregiver Support Program
Federal Employees’ Handbook on Workplace Flexibilities and Work-Life Programs for Eldercare
Hospice and Palliative Care Resources
National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization
Health Information
Medline Plus comprehensive health information site
The Leapfrog Group detailed information and ratings on hospitals and surgery centers
MyHealthfinder health information from the U.S. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
Health Tips for Older Adults from The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
Food safety for Older Adults to prevent foodborne illness
National Institute on Aging Health Topics A-Z search for information on specific health topics for older adults
National Institute on Aging Protecting Your Eyesight
National Institute on Aging Hearing Loss
Alzheimers.gov information on Alzheimer’s disease and treatments from the National Institute on Aging
Vaccine Information from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Diabetes in Older People from the National Institute on Aging
Medical Research and Advocacy Organizations
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
American Parkinson Disease Association
Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation
Macular Degeneration Foundation
National Association for Continence
The Office of Cancer Complementary and Alternative Medicine coordinates and enhances the activities of the National Cancer Institute with complementary and alternative therapies
Alcoholism, Addiction, and Mental Health
Alcohol Rehab Help information on elderly alcoholism
Addiction Group information on addiction and substance abuse in the elderly
Older Adults and Mental Health information on mental health in older adults from The National Institute of Mental Health
Treatment Services Locator finding treatment for mental and substance abuse disorders from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Nutrition Programs for Seniors
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
USDA’s Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program U.S. Department of Agriculture program that provides low-income seniors with access to locally grown fruits, vegetables, honey and herbs
USDA’s MyPlate nutrition information for older adults from the U.S. Department of Agriculture
U.S. Administration for Community Living Nutrition and Aging Resource Center
Senior Housing
Federal Trade Commission Page on Mortgage Relief Scams
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
HUD has additional pages with links to housing resources for seniors for each state. To access the page for your state, navigate to this address:
https://www.hud.gov/states/<state name>/homeownership/seniors
in the address above, substitute your state name for <state name>, e.g. https://www.hud.gov/states/oklahoma/homeownership/seniors
For two-word state names, put an underscore between the words e.g. https://www.hud.gov/states/north_dakota/homeownership/seniors
Lifestyles
RetirementJobs.com help for people over 50 to find employment
WorkForce50.com job listings and job search information for workers aged 50+
Silver Is Gold connects retired professionals with employers seeking their skills
Road Scholar educational travel for adults 55+
Evergreen Club stay for $20 per night at a network of nearly 2,000 homestays across the US and Canada
Generations United membership organization that supports intergenerational relationships
National Association of Senior Move Managers organization of managers specializing in senior relocations
SilverSneakers offers in-person and online fitness classes for older adults
National Senior Gamesencourages athletic competition for adults aged 50 and over in a variety of events
Mens Shed international network of clubs for older men that sponsors volunteer activities and promotes friendships
AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer in your community
U.S. Department of Labor Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) community service and work-based job training program for older Americans; provides training and employment assistance for low-income, unemployed seniors
Ready.gov Disaster Preparedness for Older Adults older adults may have specific needs after a disaster; helps assess your needs and take simple, inexpensive steps to be better prepared
Second Wind Dreams nonprofit organization dedicated to changing the perception of aging through the fulfillment of dreams and the offering of educational programs
Shepherd’s Centers of America 55 affiliate centers across the U.S. offer support services, lifelong learning, health and wellness, and volunteering opportunities for seniors
Seniors Guide to Computers repository of articles and videos about using computers and the Internet
Massive Open Online Courses 3,000+ free online courses on a wide variety of topics available for anyone to enroll
Senior Match find companionship and romance online for adults aged 50+
SilverSingles dating community for single men and women over the age of 50
OurTime dating app for single older adults
Senior Chatroom free online community for adults aged 30 to 60+
SENIORSonly CLUB free online forum for people aged 50+
SeniorForums.com active online community for older adults with discussion and Q&A on a wide range of topics
Senior Discount Page comprehensive list of senior discounts
Aging Research Organizations
National Institute on Aging federal research institute conducting and supporting biomedical, social, and behavioral research on aging and older people
Gerontological Society of America supports collaborative study of aging by researchers from diverse fields
Legal Services
U.S. Administration for Community Living Legal Assistance
U.S. Department of Justice Elder Justice Initiative
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Age Discrimination page Office of Civil Rights enforces the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age in HHS-funded programs and activities
Aging.com Page on Age Discrimination in the Workplace
Free Legal Answers qualifying users can post legal questions and get free answers from pro bono attorneys
Fraud Prevention
U.S. Department of Justice National Elder Fraud Hotline report fraud and connect to support resources
U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging Fraud Hotline report fraud and get information about common scams
Federal Trade Commission Fraud Reporting page
FBI Guide on Elder Fraud educates seniors and their loved ones on elder fraud scams and prevention
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau provides information about common scams and identity theft and live assistance by phone
IRS Tax Scams and Consumer Alerts page
IdentityTheft.gov helps victims report and recover from identity theft
FINRA Investor Education Foundation provides training on recognizing, preventing, and responding to financial fraud
Social Security, Tax, Investing, and General Information
Help Starts Here informational articles by social workers
Social Security Administration
Social Security Administration Benefits Calculators
IRS Tax Information for Seniors and Retirees
Tax Counseling for the Elderly free tax assistance to individuals aged 60 and over, provided by volunteers at private or nonprofit organizations
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Information for Older Investors
Special Groups
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Health Benefits health benefits for military veterans
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Home and Community Based Services services for veterans and caregivers
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Caregiver Support
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs benefits for elderly veterans
Indian Health Service the Federal Health program for American Indians and Alaska Natives