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~ AARP (American Association of Retired People)
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people age 50 and over, dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as we age.
~ Agenet
Resources for anyone seeking information about the social, emotional, and physical concerns of the elderly and their caregivers.
~ Aging with Dignity
A site that provides the practical information, advice and legal tools you need to ensure your wishes and those of your loved ones will be respected.
~ ElderWeb
Research site for both professionals and family members looking for information on eldercare and long term care, and includes links to information on legal, financial, medical, and housing issues, as well as policy, research, and statistics.
~ Gray Panthers
The Gray Panthers is a national organization of intergenerational activists dedicated to social change. Taking on our society's toughest problems - peace, health care, jobs, and housing - Gray Panthers have been effective in creating change, whether at the local, state or federal level, Gray Panthers fight to change laws and attitudes for social justice.
~ National Council on Aging
Association of organizations and professionals dedicated to promoting the dignity, self-determination, well being, and contributions of older persons.
~ The Senior Center
Information on travel bargains, free books, and health news for senior citizens.
~ Senior Resource
Commercial website with links to information on retirement, insurance, housing and long-term care.
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~ AARP (Florida)
Find out for AARP is doing in your state.
~ Florida Alliance for Retired Americans
~ Florida Department of Elder Affairs
Provides information about health and wellness, long-term care, community-based care, projects and publications.
~ Florida Government
This is the official website for Florida State government, linking you to Florida state agencies and programs.
~ Senior Provider
Florida's most comprehensive online directory of Senior services, facilities and resources.
GOVERNMENT SITES: Federal
~ First Gov for Seniors
Comprehensive page from the Social Security Administration covering consumer protection, health, tax assistance and other federal and state services.
~ Social Security Administration
For questions dealing with Social Security.
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~ Center for Family Caregivers
Site offers online support groups, survival guides, weekly tips, FAQs and access to a variety of resource materials.
~ Family Caregiver Alliance Resource Center
Provides information on a variety of caregiving resources, fact sheets (some in Spanish and Chinese), on-line support groups and care planning consultation.
~ National Alliance for Caregiving
Provides tips for caregivers, and the AXA Family Foundation Family Care Resource Connection, a comprehensive database of books, Web sites, and other family caregiving resources.
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~ AARP- Computers and Technology
News, Reviews, and more on this section of the AARP web site.
~ Computers Made Easy
A non-profit Web site designed to help retired folks understand how computers work and locate resources to improve their computing skills.
~ SeniorNet
Nonprofit organization of computer-using adults, age 50 and older. SeniorNet's mission is to provide older adults education for and access to computer technologies to enhance their lives and enable them to share their knowledge and wisdom.
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~ Elderhostel
Elderhostel is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing learning adventures for people 55 and over.
~ OW College PrimeTime
This program offers creative learning experiences, public service opportunities and cultural experiences targeted specifically toward the 50-plus population.
~ Senior Summer School
Affordable classes for adventurous senior citizens.
~ University of West Florida's Leisure Learning
~ Wannalearn.com
Links to free online instructions on how to do a variety of academic subjects and fun activities.
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SPECIFIC SITES: Finance
~ Benefits Checkup
Comprehensive page from the Social Security Administration covering consumer protection, health, tax assistance and other federal and state services.
~ Better Business Bureau Shopping Safely Online
Tips for shopping online and spotting online scams and frauds.
~ Internet Fraud: How to Avoid Internet Investment Scams
Article from the Securities Exchange Commission about Internet fraud. There are also links instructions on how to report fraud to the SEC.
~ Mortgage Loan
Where lenders compete and you save!
~ Third Age
Information on saving and investing, estate planning, mortgages, wise use of credit, taxes, employment--all tailored to seniors.
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SPECIFIC SITES: Health
~ Alzheimer's Association
Information on Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
~ American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry
Site with information for both caregivers and care recipients; includes depression and dementia fact sheets and resources for caregivers.
~ American Diabetes Association
~ American Health Assistance Foundation
Educates the public about age-related diseases and provides emergency financial assistance to Alzheimer's disease patients and their caregivers.
~ American Heart Association
~ Florida Health Information FloridaFlorida Hospitals, Nursing Homes and Health Plans Information.
~ Infoaging.org
Delivers the latest information for the layman on a wide range of age-related diseases, conditions and issues.
~ Medicare Foundation
Includes a directory of participating physicians, comparison of supplemental insurance plans, and nursing home comparisons. Visit www.cms.gov for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
~ National Cancer Institute
~ National Osteoporosis Foundation
~ Needy Meds
Needy Meds lists pharmaceutical companies that offer programs to assist patients unable to buy necessary medicines.
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SPECIFIC SITES: Legal
~ Estate Planning
Lessons on estate planning.
~ An Older Person's Guide to Finding Legal Help
This manual was developed and published by Legal Counsel for the Elderly, which is sponsored by AARP.
~ Senior Law
Senior citizens, their families, attorneys, social workers, and financial planners can access information about Elder Law, Medicare, Medicaid, estate planning, trusts and the rights of the elderly and disabled.
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~ Games from Yahoo.com
A variety of games, including those that can be played alone.
~ Play Bridge
A bridge tutoring site.
~ Woodworker's Central
Many facets of woodworking included on this site.
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~ Senior Site
Online magazine featuring news, chat rooms, romance and tips for seniors.
~ Senior World
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SPECIFIC SITES: Travel
~ Access-Able Travel
Provides access information to mature and disabled travelers, including information on accessible attractions, lodging, transportation, and equipment rental.
~ Bed & Breakfast Inns Online
Find a bed and breakfast inn by location or distinctive feature.
~ Currency Converter
Simple currency converter -- converts 164 currencies.
~ Discounted Hotels
A commercial site offering low room rates in the U.S. and international cities.
~ Elderhostel
Elderhostel is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing learning adventures for people 55 and over.
~ Fodor's Travel Online
Fodor's guide is now available on the web. Look for destinations, hotels, restaurants and more.
~ Frommer's Budget Travel Online
Gives information on destinations, tips for travelers and booking options.
~ Passport Services and Information
This U.S. State Department site provides forms, explains fees and answers questions about passports.
~ Rick Steves' Europe Through the Back Door
Commercial site that provides information to budget-minded travelers as well as rail passes, tours and travel materials.
~ Travel Tips for Older Americans
Publication from the U.S. Department of State.
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