Resources
Resource Guide for information on the Elderly
AARP - A vast resource for older Americans, including information booklets and research on Medicare basics and related topics. Also offers supplemental health insurance and information about insurance.
AARP Pharmacy - Discounted prescription medicines are available through the AARP Pharmacy
Careplanner -
Sponsored by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services,
offers a decision support tool, which can be used by seniors, caregivers,
family, friends and professionals.
Center for Medicare Advocacy, Inc - A nonprofit organization that provides education, advocacy and legal assistance to the elderly and persons with disabilities to help them obtain health care.
Family
Caregiver Alliance National Center on Caregiving - Information,
research and services to support caregivers, especially those dealing
with cognitive impairments and brain disorders. Professional education, “Promising
practice” models, public policy conferences and an array of fact
sheets and other publications are offered.
Medicare -
comprehensive resources on Medicare, including the “Medicare
Personal Plan Finder” to help select an appropriate Medicare plan.
Medicare Rights Center - Information and assistance about rights and appeals dealing with Medicare and related insurance issues; low cost prescription drug information; glossary of Medicare terms.
National Alliance for Caregiving/Family Care Resource Center Connection - A joint venture of the American Society on Aging, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, National Association of Area Agencies on Aging, and others.
National Directory for Eldercare - Help in locating Area Agencies on Aging nationwide
National
Family Caregiver Association - Educates, supports, empowers
and speaks up for Americans who care for chronically ill, aged or disabled
loved ones. Offers RX discount program for members, professional advisory
services for caregivers and training for professionals.
National Family Caregiver Support Program - From the US Administration on Aging, offers information on the implementation of the National Family Caregiver Support Program, including a resource guide, issue briefs and resources for caregivers.
New
York State Office for the Aging
