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- California Department of Aging (opens new window)
The California Department of Aging administers a broad range of home- and community-based
services throughout California, working primarily with 33 Area Agencies who serve seniors
and adults with functional impairments.
- Medicare (opens new window)
The Official U.S. Government Site for People with Medicare.
- American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) (opens new window)
AARP is the nation's leading organization for people age 50 and older. It serves their
needs and interests through information and education, advocacy, and community services
which are provided by a network of local chapters and experienced volunteers throughout
the country. The organization also offers members a wide range of special benefits and
services, including Modern Maturity magazine and the monthly Bulletin.
- Benefits Check Up (National Council on Aging) (opens new window)
A free, easy-to-use service that identifies federal and state assistance programs for
older Americans.
- Alameda County Department of Adult and Aging Services (opens new window)
Sacramento County Department of Adult and Aging Services (opens new window)
The above sites are Network of Care web sites and were created with a California Department
of Aging innovation grant. The project is part of a broad effort by these counties to
improve and better coordinate long-term care services locally. This comprehensive,
Internet-based resource is for the elderly and people with disabilities, as well as their
caregivers and service providers.
- Elder Care Locator (opens new window)
Since 1991, the Eldercare Locator, a nationwide toll-free service, has helped older
adults and their caregivers find local services for seniors. The U.S. Administration on
Aging is now pleased to make part of this service available on-line so that consumers
can easily link to the information and referral (I&R) services of their state and area
agencies on aging. These I&R programs can help you identify appropriate services in the
area where you or your family member resides.
- NIH Senior Health (opens new window)
General Health Information
- Social Security Online (opens new window)
Social Security Information
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