Assisted Living Resources For You!
The following are helpful links to agencies and senior focused
programs that may help you select a quality assisted living
community. Please report a broken link to:Broken@harmonyresidence.net |
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AARP AgeLine Database
AgeLine contains summaries of over 60,000 books, articles, and
videos related to assisted living and older adults. It can be
searched by keyword or phrase, title, author, journal name,
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Administration on Aging (AoA)
The Federal agency for older persons and their concerns. The
Administration on Aging works to heighten awareness among organizations,
groups, and the public about the valuable contributions that
older Americans make to our nation and alerts them to the needs
of vulnerable older people, such as those in assisted living
communities. Through information and referral and outreach efforts
at the community level, Administration on Aging seeks to educate
older people and their caregivers about the benefits and services
available to help them. |
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Aging With Dignity
A non-profit agency established to provide practical information,
advice, and legal tools needed to ensure your wishes regarding
your wishes for treatment if you are seriously ill and unable
to speak for yourself. An important topic for family discussion
before a loved one is placed in an assisted living community.
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Alliance for Aging Research
A private, not-for-profit, organization considered a leading
citizen advocacy organization for improving the health and independence
of Americans as they age. Some information about assisted living,
and many resources for seniors. |
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American Diabetes Association
One of the top 4 diagnoses for residents of assisted living
communities! The American Diabetes Association is the nation's
leading nonprofit health organization providing diabetes research,
information, and advocacy. Founded in 1940, the American Diabetes
Association conducts programs in all 50 states and the District
of Columbia, reaching hundreds of communities. |
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Assisted Living Federation of America
The largest association exclusively dedicated to the assisted
living industry and the population it serves. The assisted living
Federation of America represents over 5,000 for-profit and not-for-profit
providers of assisted living as well as a diverse range of organizations
involved in the assisted living industry. With 40 state affiliates
nationwide, assisted living Federation of America promotes the
philosophy of consumer choice and quality of life for seniors.
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Bureau of Aging & Long Term Care Resources
The state agency responsible for regulation of assisted living
communities. |
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Department Of Health And Human Services
The United States government's principal agency for protecting
the health of all Americans and providing essential human services,
including those who reside in assisted living communities. The
department includes more than 300 programs, covering a wide
spectrum of activities. Some highlights including Medicare,
Medicaid, and services for older Americans, including home-delivered
meals, and assisted living resources. |
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Families For Depression Awareness
Depression affects 15 percent of people over 65, and as many
as 25 percent of people living in assisted living communities.
This is a site devoted to helping families recognize and cope
with depressive disorders. |
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FirstGov.gov for Seniors
The official U.S. gateway to all government electronic information
related to senior issues, including assisted living.
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HUD - Senior Citizens Resources
A special page for senior citizens. It contains information,
from all parts of HUD's web site, including housing options
and assisted living resources. |
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International Council on Active Aging
Founded in 2001, the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA)
has quickly grown to become the world largest association dedicated
to changing the way we age by uniting and working with professionals
in the retirement, assisted living, recreation, fitness, rehabilitation,
medical and wellness fields. A wealth of information on many
health issues faced by residents in assisted living communities.
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Medicare Rights Center (MRC)
The largest independent source of Medicare information and assistance
in the United States. Founded in 1989, Medicare Rights Center
helps older adults and people with disabilities get high-quality,
affordable health care. Not an abundance of information about
assisted living, but an excellent source for seniors who need
to navigate through the Medicare program. |
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National Council on the Aging
A national network of organizations and individuals dedicated
to improving the health and independence of older persons; increasing
their continuing contributions to communities, society and future
generations; and building caring communities. A good source
for information about a variety of topics, including assisted
living. |
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National Institute of Health Senior Health
Designed especially for adults 60 and older. Up-to-date, practical
health information presented in easy-to-read language along
with videos, self-paced quizzes and more. A good source for
information about a variety of topics, including assisted living.
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National Institute on Aging (NIA)
One of the 27 Institutes and Centers of National Institute on
Aging, the National Institute on Aging leads an effort to understand
the nature of aging and to extend the healthy, active years
of life. The National Institute on Aging as the primary Federal
agency on Alzheimer's disease research. A good source for information
about a variety of topics, including assisted living.
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Social Security Administration
The nation's primary income security Agency. It administers the Federal retirement, survivors and disability insurance programs, as well as the program of Social Security Administration supplemental security income for the aged, blind and disabled, and performs certain functions with respect to the black lung benefits program. Social Security Administration also directs the aid to the aged, blind and disabled in Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
The Federal agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Programs for which CMS is responsible for Medicare, Medicaid, State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), HIPAA, and CLIA programs.
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