Senior Gold:
A directory and information service, specialized to the demands of
the senior's community.
http://www.seniorgold.com/
Mental Health and Aging:
This site will assist older adults and their families in obtaining
appropriate mental health and aging services, and teach them how to
advocate to get their needs met.
http://www.mhaging.org/
Research into Ageing:
This national registered charity in the UK furthers medical research
in healthy aging at universities, hospitals and medical schools.
Current research programs, newsletter, fundraising and links. Free
pamphlets. "Exercise for Healthy Ageing" book and "More Active -
More Often" video available for purchase.
http://www.ageing.org
AAOS On-Line Service:
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Public information area
includes material about arthritis, osteoporosis, scoliosis, total
joint replacement and the prevention of back pain and broken hips.
http://www.aaos.org/
Aging-PA: Aging Information for PA:
Aging information for Pennsylvania with links to long term care,
educational programs, senior health sites, and other important
issues.
http://agingpa.psu.edu
U.S. Consumer Gateway:
Aging and eldercare links. Information topics include Hearing Aids,
and Health Care.
http://www.consumer.gov/health.htm
International Year of Older Persons 1999 U.N.:
'Towards a society for all ages.' United Nations/Division for Social
Policy and Development.
http://www.un.org/esa/socdev/iyop/index.html
The National Advisory Council on Aging:
The NACA is a Canadian federal government organization.
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/seniors-aines/seniors/english/naca/naca.htm
Anti-Aging Programs:
How to preserve quality of life by taking better care of yourself.
http://www.strongforlife.com/
Action for Healthy Aging and Elderly Care:
The Novartis Foundation for Gerontological Research. Areas of
interest to physicians and researchers, other healthcare
professionals, and patients. Weekly news updates from Reuter's
Health Information. Patient area topics include impaired mobility
and nutrition. The Ask the Expert forum is free to view, but does
require registration if you wish to participate.
http://www.healthandage.com/
ElderHope, LLC:
Provides information, inspiration, support, links and book
recommendations to the elderly, their caregivers, and the bereaved.
http://www.elderhope.com/
Senior Health:
Listings on physicians, nutrition, drug trials and caregiver support
for seniors.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/seniorshealthgeneral.html
ThirdAge Health:
Starting point for people over 40 for information about a healthy
life and life style.
http://www.thirdage.com/health/
AARP Research Center - Health and Long-Term Care:
Information, research results and policy insights about access to
health care and long-term care; financing care, benefits and
services; Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance; managed care and
consumer protection; advance directives and ethical issues;
malpractice, fraud and abuse.
http://research.aarp.org/health/index.html
When Does Someone Attain Old Age?:
The Ohio Department of Aging, Senior Series. SS-101-96.
http://ohioline.ag.ohio-state.edu/ss-fact/0101.html
Staying Healthy at 50+:
AHRQ consumer information on ways people age 50 and older can stay
healthy, tips on living habits, to help prevent disease, screening
tests, and immunizations.
http://www.ahrq.gov/ppip/50plus/
C-Health:
A health and wellness site that has articles and user forums.
http://www.canoe.ca/Health/seniors.html
InfoAging.org:
Provides research-based information on a wide range of age-related
diseases, conditions, issues, features, and news.
http://www.infoaging.org/
FirstGov for Seniors:
Includes information on health conditions, medical coverage, and
offers links to state resources.
http://www.seniors.gov/health.html
Jannsen Eldercare:
Information and resources on medical conditions related to aging,
health insurance, Medicare, and nursing homes for the health care
professional, consumer and caregiver.
http://www.janssen-eldercare.com/
Senior Health Week:
News and information for seniors.
http://www.seniorhealthweek.org/
Lifetimes Medical and Wellness Information Network:
Health and wellness information for senior citizens, including an
assistance center, wisdom and support, and healthy living.
http://www.lifetimescafe.org
Senior One Source:
Referral service and magazine designed to help seniors achieve a
healthier life.
http://www.senioronesource.com/
Senior Wellness:
Offering important,useful, and up-to-date health and wellness
information for seniors and their caregivers.
http://www.seniorswellness.com/
AgeNet.com:
Health and drug information specific to seniors including online
senior drugs reviews of commonly prescribed drugs for the elderly.
http://www.agenet.com/
Seniority Health:
Health issues, medical concerns and wellbeing for the 50+
http://www.seniority.co.uk/he_main.shtml
Healthy Aging Campaign:
National, ongoing, health promotion designed to broaden awareness of
the positive aspects of aging and to provide inspiration to adults,
ages 50 plus, to improve their physical, mental, social and
financial health.
http://healthyaging.net
SeniorWorld Online:
A directory of health, fitness, and nutrition for seniors.
http://www.seniorworld.com/r1997719225113/a_c1997x23456781.html
Latino Gerontological Center:
A private, non-profit organization, devoted to improve the quality
of life of Hispanic seniors and their communities.
http://www.gerolatino.org
Seniors Resource Guide:
A guide to senior services and resources on healthcare providers,
housing options, emergency services, community resources, and
professional articles on aging.
http://www.seniorsresourceguide.com
Keiser Institute on Aging:
Information on the enhancement of older adult wellness by changing
the perceptions of aging and improving the quality of life.
http://www.keiserinstituteonaging.com
The Geriatric Institute:
Geriatric medicine, geriatric psychiatry, ethical dilemmas when
dealing with the elderly, a comprehensive Canadian geriatric
resource library, for those involved in gerentology. Password
required for certain areas of the site.
http://www.geriatricinstitute.com/
medbroadcast.com - Aging:
Information on strokes, osteoporosis, arthritis, growth hormone
deficiency, Alzheimer's disease, death and dying, and palliative
care.
http://www.medbroadcast.com/health_topics/aging/index.shtml
CMRI- Medicare Information:
Information on Medicare for beneficiaries, their families and
providers.
http://www.cmri-ca.org/
Pro-Ops:
Articles on common health conditions in senior citizens.
http://member.rivernet.com.au/balehirs/Bishyp7dHealth.htm
Avoiding Slips, Trips and Broken Hips:
Supports the ongoing UK Department of Trade and Industry campaign on
falls prevention aimed at older people in the home.
http://www.preventinghomefalls.gov.uk/
Network Of Care:
Community-based resources and tools for seniors, people with
disabilities, caregivers and service providers.
http://www.networkofcare.org/
Pfizer for Living:
Offering personalized articles, health management tools and health
information. Requires free registration.
http://www.pfizerforliving.com/
CNN Health News for Seniors:
CNN and WebMD present information and health news for seniors.
http://cnn.com/HEALTH/aging/
Aging Issues Message Board:
Forum on the process and affects of aging.
http://www.healthboards.com/aging-issues/
Therubins.com:
Health, medical and social information of interest to the elderly.
http://www.therubins.com/
Medicare Rights Center:
A not-for-profit organization that is the source for Medicare
consumers and Medicare professionals
http://www.medicarerights.org
Lifesphere Retirement Communities:
A not-for-profit family of services that offers exceptional
retirement community living, home-delivered services, senior
centers, a radio station, consulting services in Ohio.
http://www.lifesphere.org
The Patient Education Forum:
The American Geriatrics Society. Aging FAQ.
http://www.americangeriatrics.org/education/forum/index.shtml
Our Senior Years Health Topics:
Articles on multiple health concerns for senior citizens, written by
doctors and nurses.
http://www.oursenioryears.com/health.html
HealthAnswers - Senior Health:
Source for information regarding aging. Offers videos on senior
health issues.
http://www.healthanswers.com/patco/videos_topic.asp?tBase=Video&tName=Senior_Health&topicname=senior+health
Phrma: Publications: Patient Assistance:
Lists drug companies that have free medication programs. Access
eligibility requirements and contacts.
http://www.phrma.org/pap/
Native Elder Research Center:
Focuses the heath and well being of Native American elders.
http://www.uchsc.edu/ai/nerc
