Additional Links
ALS Association - One of the major purposes of The ALS Association is to help ALS patients and their families live as full and normal a life as possible.
Alzheimer's Association - The world's leading voluntary health orgination in Alzheimer's care, support and research.
Cancer Society - Dedicated to helping persons who face cancer. Supports research, patient services, early detection, treatment and education.
Care.com - A leading senior care resource for family caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses and other loved ones. They have been featured on the Administration for Community Living, AARP, Forbes, and is referenced by many governmental agencies and organizations across the internet.
Caring Ties - An app that keeps family care information organized and accessible. It's free.
C.A.S.E. -A group of agencies , orginations and indiviuals whose mission is to provide resource education and networking opportunities to enhance services for the aging in Niagara County.
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.
Community Resource Guide for Niagara County
Cornell Cooperative Extension
Eat Smart New York
EPIC (go under current issues (on the left side) and then get EPIC for seniors)
What is EPIC? The Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC) program is a New York State Program administrated by the Department of Health. It provides seniors with co-payment assistance for Medicare Part D covered prescription drugs after any Part D deductible is met. EPIC also covers many Medicare Part D excluded drugs.
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.
FeedMore WNY
Food Safety Your gateway to Federal food safety information.
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.
Mental Health Association - Offers programs and services aimed at promoting mental health. Also has support groupd on many topics.
Mesothelioma - Caregiver resources and treatment information to support those who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma.
Multiple Sclerosis - Whether you just received a diagnosis of MS or have been living with it for a long time—this site is filled with information and tips on how to maintain your quality of life in the years ahead. Read about strategies to enhance your health and wellness, maximize your productivity and independence, and deal with emotional, social, and vocational challenges.
My Benefits - A quick and easy way for people in New York State to find answers to questions about New York State's programs and services. To see if you are eligible for Food stamps, Earned Income Tax Credits,Child and Dependant Care Tax Credit, Home Energy Assistance Program, Medicaid, Family Health Plus, WIC - Women, Infants and Children, Healthy NY, Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC) Program School Breakfast and Lunch Meals or others please use this link.
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 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 Parkinson's Foundation - To improve the quality of life for the Parkinson's community through out Western NY. There is a support group at the Niagara Falls Memorial Hospital on the 1st Sunday of the month. For more details call 716-791-3049. The 411 on Parkinson.
Neurology Now - you can get a free copy of "Neurology Now" which has information about brain health.
New York State Office for the Aging
NY StateWide Senior Action Council - StateWide Organization that provides services to seniors and families with the goal of improving their quality of life through services, education, and advocacy.
SNAP- A new name for food stamps. Check your eligibility for a range of benefits for food assistance. It's quick, easy and confidential.
The Kaiser Family Foundation - Publishes “Talking With Your Parent About Medicare and Health Coverage,” “Medicare Chart Book,” and other information and research through “The Medicare Policy Project.”
United Hospital Fund "Next Stepin Care" - A website with guides and information for Family Caregivers and health care professionals working together to take care of your loved one.
Veterans Service Agency - Our aim is to insure that all veterans and their dependents have access to any benefits to which they may be eligible as the result of the veteran’s active duty military or naval service. There are benefits due to some reservists and national guardsmen, but this must be determined on an individual basis