| The National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society
| www.nmss.org
or 800-Fight-MS
(800-344-4867)
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| National Parkinson Foundation, Inc. | www.parkinson.org
or 800-327-4545 /
305-547-6666 |
| ADMINISTRATION ON AGING | www.aoa.gov
or 202-619-0724 | Eldercare ideas, topics, elder abuse, LTC ombudsman, etc.
| MEDICARE RX EDUCATION | www.medicarerxeducation.org | Thorough information about the prescription drug plan changes
| ELDERCARE LOCATOR | 800-677-1116 | For long distance family caregivers
| ELDERWEB | www.elderweb.com | Locating records and property
| FIRSTGOV | www.seniors.gov | Access to government sites
| SOCIAL SECURITY ADMIN. ONLINE | www.ssa.gov |
| BENEFITS CHECKUP | www.benifitscheckup.org | How to identify state and federal assistance programs that can improve their lives
| CENTER FOR LTC FINANCING | www.centerltc.org |
| MEDICARE | www.medicare.gov
or 800-633-4227 | Home page for Medicare
| CENTER FOR MEDICARE EDUCATION | www.medicareed.org | Includes info on Medicare Part D
| MEDICAID | www.cms.hhs.gov/consumers |
| NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ELDER LAW ATTORNEYS | www.naela.org | To locate elder law attorneys in a certain area
| NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR CAREGIVING | www.caregiving.org |
| NATIONAL FAMILY CAREGIVERS ASSOC. | www.nfcacares.org |
| CAREGUIDE | www.careguide.com |
| AMERICAN ASSOC. OF HOMES AND SERVICES FOR THE AGING | www.aahsa.org |
| JUST 1 CALL | www.just1call.org | Comprehensive directory of service providers and businesses that work with older adults (Mecklenburg Co. and surrounding areas only)
| NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH | www.nih.gov/health |
| ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION | www.alz.org
Local 704-532-7392 |
| BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU FOUNDATION | www.bbbconsumer
foundation.org | Provides information about consumer frauds and scams and
tips for prevention
| AARP | www.aarp.org | National website for 50+ organization that provides education, advocacy, and research
| AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION | www.americanheart.com | Information on heart disease as well as local chapter info
| MEDICARE NURSING HOME RATINGS | www.medicare.gov/
Nhcompare/Home.asp | Tool enables you to read about ratings of local nursing homes in your area.
| NATIONAL TRANSIT RESOURSE CENTER | 800-527-8279 | Provide referrals for transportation for seniors
| KAISER FAMILY FOUNDATION | www.kif.org
or 202-347-5270 | Talking with Your Parents about Medicare & Health Coverage
| AMERICAN BAR ASSOC. COMMISSION ON LAW AND AGING | www.abanet.org
or 202-662-1000 | Health & Financial Decisions: Legal Tools for Preserving Your Autonomy
| AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM | www.aarp.org/drive | To locate a refresher-driving program in your area
| ASSISTED LIVING FEDERATION OF AMERICA | www.alfa.org
or 703-691-8100 | Consumer information on elder housing options, services, and protections
| CHILDREN OF AGING PARENTS | www.caps4caregivers.org
or 800-227-7294 | Information, resources, and referrals for caregivers of aging parents
| FAMILY CAREGIVER ALLIANCE | www.caregiver.org
or 415-434-3388 | Offering information, education, and support to families caring for loved ones
| HOSPICE FOUNDATION OF AMERICA | www.hospicefoundation.org
or 800-854-3402 |
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR HOME CARE | www.nahc.org
or 202-547-7424 | Advises on selecting a home care or hospice provider and locate agencies in their area
| THE NATIONAL CENTER FOR ASSISTED LIVING | www.ncal.org
or 202-842-4444 | Information on all aspects of assisted living and residential care facilities
| NATIONAL CITIZENS' COALITION FOR NURSING HOME REFORM | www.nccnhr.org
or 202-332-2275 |
| THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON THE AGING | www.ncoa.org
or 202-479-1200 | Promoting the dignity, self-determination, well-being, and contributions of older persons.
| NATIONAL COUNCIL ON PATIENT INFORMATION AND EDUCATION | www.talkaboutrx.org
or 301-656-8565 | Learn what questions to ask when taking prescription and nonprescription medicines and how to talk about using them safely
| NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION | www.nmha.org
or 800-969-6642 | Free information about mental health, mental illness, and local treatment facilities.
| U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES | www.healthfinder.gov
or 877-696-6775
or 202-619-0257 | U.S. agency for protecting the health of U.S. residents
| WebMD | www.webmd.com | General medical site with definitions of medical terms, information on diseases and available treatments
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There are many resources available to caregivers that provide factual information about aging topics, tips to reduce stress, and general guidance and support. Below is a sampling of some of the best that we have found. If you know of other websites that should be included in this list, please let us know by sending an email to resources@caregivingcorner.com
