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Provided by the National Family Caregivers Association to provide a community of resources, help, and information to those providing care.
Caregivers for Cancer Patients
Provided by the National Cancer Institute, this resource gives caregivers information and support on how to deal with being a caregiver, what it entails, how to provide long-distance help, and how to take care of yourself too.
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/coping/caregiver-support
A service provided by the US Administration on Aging that gives information and resources on support systems, rights, transportation, health information, insurance, and housing.
https://eldercare.acl.gov/Public/Index.aspx
Helpful Information on decision making, planning, costs, Medicare & Medicaid, and where to find services that can help.
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The US Department of health and Human Services and the Administration for Community Living provides this source that connects consumers with numerous resources for and to help the aging population.
https://acl.gov/about-acl/administration-aging
A good source of information on Alzheimer's and Dementia, research, resources, signs and support.
This not-for-profit society is made up of aging and geriatrics healthcare professionals from numerous fields of expertise.
https://www.americangeriatrics.org/
Resources for before and after a stroke. Think FAST: Face drooping, Arm weakness, Slurred speech, Time to call 911.
A site available through the Federal Government with information on health and wellness as well as links to resources.
https://health.gov/myhealthfinder
A site on what Medicare is, what it covers, various supplemental plan information, and where to find health professionals.
A resource form the US Department of Health and Human Services that provides health information, research and funding material, and news pertinent to Aging and Health.
National Institute on Aging - Cognitive Health
A resource with information on cognitive health, memory, and overall brain health from the National Institute on Aging.
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/brain-health/cognitive-health-and-older-adults
US Department of Health & Human Services
Helpful information and resources on benefits, Medicare & Medicaid, Social Security, health, elder justice and rights, retirement planning, and more.