American Association of Retired People
http://www.aarp.org
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people 50 and over. They provide information and resources; advocate on legislative, consumer, and legal issues; assist members to serve their communities; and offer a wide range of unique benefits, special products, and services for their members. These benefits include AARP Web place at www.aarp.org, Modern Maturity and My Generation magazines, and the monthly AARP Bulletin. Active in every state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U. S. Virgin Islands, AARP celebrates the attitude that age is just a number and life is what you make it.

Alzheimer's Association
http://www.alz.org
The Alzheimer's Association, a national network of chapters, is the largest national voluntary health organization committed to finding a cure for Alzheimer's and helping those affected by the disease. The Alzheimer's Association is your source for information, support and assistance on issues related to early onset Alzheimer's and Alzheimer's disease.

The American Federation of Aging Research
http://www.afar.org
America's leading private organization supporting new investigators conducting biomedical aging research. The fact sheets are designed for professionals in the field of aging. Each fact sheet includes and overview of the subject and details related to Administration on aging initiatives. The fact sheets include the following:

The American Indian, Alaskan Native, and Native Hawaiian Program
http://www.aoa.gov/press/fact/alpha/fact_ain.asp

Elder Abuse Prevention
http://www.aoa.gov/press/fact/alpha/fact_elder_abuse.asp

The Elderly Nutrition Program
http://www.aoa.gov/press/fact/alpha/fact_elderly_nutrition.asp

The Ombudsman Program -
Investigation Complaints about Nursing Home Care
http://www.aoa.gov/prof/aoaprog/elder_rights/LTCombudsman/ombudsman.pdf

New York Memory and Healthy Aging Services
http://www.nymemory.org
New York Memory and Healthy Aging Services provides information on the ABC's of aging, early onset Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's, estrogen and memory.

Building Healthy Communities for Active Aging National Recognition Program
http://www.epa.gov/aging/resources/factsheets/build_healthy-factsheet.htm
What is the National Recognition Program for Communities that Combine Smart Growth & Active Aging? The principal goal of the “Building Healthy Communities for Active Aging” program is to raise awareness across the nation about healthy synergies that can be achieved by communities combining Smart Growth and Active Aging concepts.

National Coalition on Mental Health and Aging
http://www.ncmha.org
A mental health and aging coalition is characterized by the common interest of a diverse group of agencies, organizations and individuals working together to improve and increase mental health and substance abuse services to older adults. A coalition does not belong to nor does any agency, organization or individual control it but is an independent entity working for the benefit of all. It advocates on behalf of older adults with mental health and/or substance abuse problems by gathering information, serving as a forum for discussion and providing education and information to policy makers, agencies and organizations, service providers and the general public.

Caregiver Resource Network
http://www.caregiverresource.net/Caregiver-Aging%20Websites.htm
This Web Site is designed to provide family and professional caregivers with information and resources.

US Administration on Aging (AoA)
www.aoa.dhhs.gov
This web site includes information designed for Older Americans and their families as well as those concerned about providing the opportunities and services to enrich the lives of older persons and support their independence.

National Aging Information Center
www.aoa.dhhs.gov/naic
NAIC serves as a central source for a wide variety of information on aging for older people, their families, and those who work for or on behalf of older persons. NAIC resources include program and policy-related materials for consumers and practitioners as well as demographic and other statistical data on the health, economic, and social conditions of older Americans.

The National Council on the Aging created Benefits CheckUp
www.benefitscheckup.org
Helps older adults to quickly identify programs that may improve the quality of their lives. Family and friends can also obtain facts about benefits that their loved ones may qualify for. Chances are, you will be surprised to learn what benefits are available to you, regardless of your income.

Caring.com
www.caring.com
The site is for caregivers who are caring for their elderly and/or ill parents. They provide "soup-to-nuts" information; not just medical, but also information on topics including finances, nutrition, and legal.

Generations On Line
www.generationsonline.com
Is aimed at the large population of older Americans who cannot afford or choose not to enroll in computer training or Internet training, Generations on Line is both a service for access and product for learning. They provide specially programmed self-training software to senior centers, libraries, retirement homes and other locations where older people congregate.

Healthy Aging
www.Healthyaging.net
A national ongoing health promotion designed to broaden awareness of the positive aspects of aging and to provide information and inspiration for adults, age 50+, to improve their physical, mental, social, and financial fitness.

MEDICARE
www.medicare.gov
This website provides tools to find information on medigap policies, medicare plans, news and updates, health information, fraud and abuse, helpful contacts and assistance choosing a nursing home.

National Association of State Units on Aging
www.nasua.org
The mission of the Association is to advance social, health, and economic policies responsive to the needs of a diverse aging population and to enhance the capacity of its membership to promote the rights, dignity and independence of, and expand opportunities and resources for, current and future generations of older persons, adults with disabilities and their families.

National Center on Elder Abuse
www.ncea.aoa.gov
Serves as a resource center dedicated to the prevention of elder mistreatment. Among resources on the redesigned website, users will find information about: how to find help if you are worried about a senior in your community; definitions, signs and risks of elder mistreatment; and resources for caregivers.

National Association of Elder Addictions, Inc
www.naoea.org
It is never too late to be overwhelmed by an addiction. It is never too late to recover from an addiction. Timing is everything and now is the time to learn more about elder addictions. NAOEA....helping across time. A tremendous resource for a tremendous resource.

The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA)
www.phrma.org
Represents the country's leading research-based pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, which are devoted to inventing medicines that allow patients to live longer, healthier, happier, and more productive lives. Investing more than $26 billion in 2000 in discovering and developing new medicines, PhRMA companies are leading the way in the search for new cures.

Access America for First Gov for Seniors
www.seniors.gov
Is one of several projects created at the direction of the National Partnership for Reinventing Government (NPRG). The Social Security Administration (SSA) agreed to create, host and maintain FirstGov for Seniors as a service especially geared toward senior citizens.

Social Security Administration
www.ssa.gov - - There are five major categories of benefits paid for through your Social Security taxes: retirement, disability, family benefits, survivors and Medicare.