References from this web page or from any of the
information services sponsored by AoA to any non-governmental
entity, product, service or information does not constitute
an endorsement or recommendation by the Administration
on Aging or any of its employees. AoA is not responsible
for the contents of any "off-site" web pages
referenced from this server.
Although AoA.gov includes links to sites including
or referencing good collections of information, AoA
does not endorse ANY specific products or services provided
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the user takes complete responsibility for any use of
these links
 Site contains a wide array of information on older
persons and services for the elderly. Several
resource rooms focusing on such topics as Alzheimer’s
Disease and caregiving are available.
Web Site: www.aoa.gov
Phone: (202) 619-0724
 ADEAR Center is a current,
comprehensive, unbiased source of information about
Alzheimer’s Disease. The ADEAR Center is operated as a service of the
National Institute on Aging.
Web Site: www.alzheimers.org
Phone: 1-800-438-4380
 The Cancer Information Service (CIS), a program of the National Cancer Institute
(NCI), provides the latest and most accurate cancer information to patients,
their families, the public, and health professionals.
Web Site: cis.nci.nih.gov
Phone: 1–800–4–CANCER
 DisabilityInfo.gov is a comprehensive
Federal website of disability-related government
resources.
Web Site: www.disabilityinfo.gov
FDA for Older People
 FDA has numerous articles, brochures
and other publications with information for older
people on a wide range of health issues, including
arthritis, cancer, health fraud, and nutrition.
Web Site: http://www.fda.gov/oc/seniors
Phone: 1888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332)
The official U.S. gateway to
all government information.
Web Site: www.USA.gov
Phone: 1 800 FED-INFO
USA.gov for Seniors site helps
users access all government sites that provide
services for senior citizens.
Web Site: www.USA.gov/Topics/Seniors.shtml
Phone: 1 800 FED-INFO
 Site provides information on
the Food Stamp Program, including eligibility and
application information.
Web Site: www.fns.usda.gov/fsp
Phone: 703-305-2286
 Site is the official government benefits website.
It is a free, confidential tool that helps individuals
find government benefits they may be eligible to
receive.
Web Site: www.GovBenefits.gov
 Provides links to selected online publications, clearinghouses, databases, websites
and support and self-help groups, as well as government agencies and nonprofit
organizations for seniors and others.
Web Site: www.healthfinder.gov
 Site provides information related to housing options
for seniors including information on HUD housing
programs.
Web Site: www.hud.gov/groups/seniors
 Site contains general information on the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program
(LIHEAP).
Web Site: www.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/liheap/faq.htm
The Official U.S. Government Site for People with Medicare
Web Site: www.medicare.gov
 Site provides aging-related health information easily assessable for adults 60
and over.
Web Site: www.NIHSeniorHealth.gov
 The primary purpose of this tool is to provide
detailed information about the past performance
of every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing
home in the country.
Web Site: www.medicare.gov/NHCompare/home.asp
 A federal resource that provides easy access to
all online federal government
information on nutrition.
Web Site: www.nutrition.gov
This section of the Medicare.gov website provides
information on public and private programs that
offer discounted or free medication, programs that
provide assistance with other health care costs,
and Medicare health plans that include prescription
coverage.
Web Site: www.medicare.gov/MPDPF/Public/Include/DataSection/Questions/SearchOptions.asp
 Senior Corps is a network of programs that tap
the experience, skills, and talents of older citizens
to meet community challenges. Through its three
programs – Foster Grandparents, Senior Companions,
and RSVP (the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program).
Web Site: www.seniorcorps.org
Phone: 1-800-424-8867
 The Social Security Administration toll-free number
operates from 7AM to 7PM, Monday to Friday. Recorded
information and services are available 24 hours
a day. The website contains a wealth of information
and resources including on-line databases and publications.
Web Site: www.ssa.gov
Phone: 1-800-772-1213
 Information on VA benefits and services.
Web Site: www.va.gov
Phone:
1-800-827-1000
 Information on the Weatherization Assistance Program
offered by the U.S. Department of Energy.
Web Site: www.eere.energy.gov/weatherization
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