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Whether you’re looking to provide comfort, guidance, or understanding to those you serve, the tools you need are right here at your fingertips. Our library of articles has been designed to be both helpful and informative, both for professionals and for their patients. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of seniors in our community.
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Provides information and services to people with Alzheimer's, caregivers, researchers, physicians and health care professionals.
www.alz.org
Provides an introduction to Alzheimer's Disease and caregiving, as well as connections to social workers and other Alzheimer's-related resources. Other AFA services include a toll-free hotline, educational and social services, care connections, professional development, advocacy and research grants.
www.alzfdn.org
A national network of communities, organizations and individuals seeking to ensure that communities across the U.S. are equipped to support people living with dementia and their caregivers.
www.dfamerica.org
An award-winning, evidence-informed training program for those who support people living with dementia.
www.livingdementia.ca
Aims to make people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias feel safe, secure, valued, and to help them live with dignity. This is achieved through books, presentations and trainings provided by Virginia Bell and David Troxel.
www.bestfriendsapproach.com
A weeklong campaign that calls attention to the positivity of aging today. It showcases the capabilities of older adults as fully participating members of society and spotlights the role models that lead the way.
www.activeagingweek.com
Evidence-based falls prevention programs, tools and practices from the National Council on Aging.
www.ncoa.org/healthy-aging/falls-prevention
LeadingAge is an association of 5,600 not-for-profit organizations dedicated to expanding the world of possibilities for aging. We advance policies, promote practices and conduct research that supports, enables and empowers people to live fully as they age.
www.leadingage.org
With nearly 8,500 materials relating to Alzheimer’s, the database includes fact sheets, textbook chapters, journal articles, brochures, teaching manuals, directories, videos and other media, bibliographies, program descriptions, monographs, reports, and newsletters.
www.nia.nih.gov/health/alzheimers
Resource to cultivate leadership, advance knowledge, and strengthen the skills of those who work with, and on behalf of, older adults.
www.asaging.org/key-initiatives
Through practical examples and real-world scenarios, nationally renowned physician Dr. Henry Lodge shares his influential findings on how physical and social engagement can actually reverse the effects of aging.
www.youngernextyear.com
The AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. The linked website provides information on caregiving support, nearby doctors and agencies, advice on helping an older adult manage their finances, and tips on making the decision to move a senior to an assisted living facility or help them to live at home independently.
https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
Helps family caregivers find senior housing, in-home care, elder care resources, and caregiver support.
www.agingcare.com/Articles/how-to-talk-to-parents-about-assisted-living-153013.htm/a>
The Caregiver Action Network (CAN) is the nation’s leading family caregiver organization working to improve the quality of life for the more than 90 million Americans who care for loved ones with chronic conditions, disabilities, disease, or the frailties of old age. The linked article provides caregivers with a list of agencies and organizations aimed to help their mission.
www.caregiveraction.org/resources/agencies-and-organizations
An in-depth guide for understanding the latest research on hearing loss prevention.
www.aarp.org/content/dam/aarp/health/conditions_treatments/2012-01/2012-Hearing-Guide-AARP.pdf
Provides a facility’s size, how many deficiencies were found in recent inspections, fines levied, and whether there have been sufficient problems that Medicare/Medicaid payments have been suspended.
www.projects.propublica.org
Lists Joint Commission accreditation status of long-term care organizations.
www.qualitycheck.org
Provides products such as medical supplies, bariatric medical equipment, handicap equipment and accessories, and home health care products aimed to enhance the quality of life for seniors.
www.solutions-for-seniors.info
Offers financial information, guidance and solutions to seniors and families who are interested in assisted living, a continuing care retirement community or an age 55-plus community.
www.elderlifefinancial.com
Life Care Funding seeks to help families pay for the expensive costs of long term care.
www.leadingage.org
U.S. Government site for Medicare.
www.medicare.gov
Explains the enrollment process for Medicare.
www.medicareinteractive.org
A national, nonprofit consumer service organization that works to ensure access to affordable health care for older adults and people with disabilities through counseling and advocacy, educational programs and public policy initiatives.
www.medicarerights.org
Has detailed information about every Medicare and Medicaid nursing home in the country. You can search to find nursing homes based on a location and compare the quality of care they provide and their staffing
www.medicare.gov/nursinghomecompare/search.html
Representatives specialize in funding options that pay for current or future long term care expenses as well as retirement income planning, IRA tax minimization and Inheritance maximization.
www.veteransfinancial.com
Provides extensive resources for building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Resources include the latest clinical research, tips for weight management and a nutrition center to help all members of the family.
www.americanheart.org
Provides research, education and advocacy for improving lung health and preventing lung disease.
www.lungusa.org
An illustrated medical encyclopedia, extensive information about drugs, interactive patient tutorials and health news.
www.medlineplus.gov
An organization that motivates and empowers individuals to take active rolls in their own health, through the science of behavioral change.
www.staywell.com
Provides access to credible senior living resources for health and wellness news, symptom checkers and helpful tips.
www.webmd.com