US 50+ & Senior Citizens USA
AARP formerly known as the American Association of Retired Persons
Administration on Aging - Useful links to this site include senior organizations, federal acts, literature, and general health information.
Adopt A Grandparent Program - provides assistance by coordinating people, resources and organizations from all over the country, sending material goods such as clothing, blankets, household items and food directly to elders in need.
AgeNet - Resource for anyone seeking information about the social, emotional, and physical concerns of the elderly and their caregivers.
AgeScape - an "all elders all the time" channel that helps people redefine retirement.
Aging Research Centre (ARC) - dedicated to providing a service that allows researchers in this field to find information that is related to the study of the aging process.
Alliance for Aging Research - a private, not-for-profit advocacy organization fighting for science policies in the nation's capital to speed breakthroughs for greater health, vitality & longevity.
American Association of Retired Persons - The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) offers a valuable resource in addition to standard AARP membership information. The AARP answers questions concerning multiple topics from Medicare and social security issues to exercise and fitness tips for seniors.
American Physical Therapy Association: Geriatric Care - site for physical therapy practitioners working with seniors. It provides a listing of physical therapists certified by the American Physical Therapy Association as geriatric-certified specialists. Anyone working within a senior facility can also benefit from the exercise and fitness tips included on this site.
Before I Die - companion site to the PBS special on death and dying in America.
Beyond 50 - sites aims to be a one-stop shop for older Internet users. With news, inspiration, financial advice, travel information and health tips.
CyberSpace Seniors - assistance and mentoring services to seniors and grade school children.
ElderWeb - a virtual community of computer using older adults
Families Under Construction -A place where users will find carefully crafted tools that provide practical solutions for building, maintaining, and repairing families.
Fathers Cattery - they believe that they are the only ones who actually take the time to train cats to be helpful to their senior abused citizens.
Gerontological Society of America - multidisciplinary organization dedicated to the scientific study of aging and to the translation/dissemination of research for practice and policy.
Grand Times Magazine - weekly magazine for active seniors. Controversial, entertaining and informative, celebrates life's opportunities and examine life's challenges.
Health & Age Novartis Foundation for aging successfully; how to have health in old age
Health Finder - site links with health and human services information from the federal government.
iGrandparents - "Enriching the lives of grandparents and their grandchildren."
Interactive Aging Network - IAN provides senior citizens with health, legal/financial and entertainment resources, and offers vital information on fund-raising and program development to assist providers of aging services.
LinkAge 2000 - provides students from around the world the opportunity to interactively learn about aging and older adults.
MediConsult- an encyclopedic arsenal of senior-related health information, the site is an excellent resource to be used whether in preparation for a doctor's appointment or to find out if the cough is a cold or potentially bronchitis.
Merck Manual of Geriatrics, The - full-text and searchable online copy of the 2nd edition (1995) provides information on the medical problems of the elderly, providing clinical information to all those involved in the care of elderly patients.
National Institute on Aging - The National Institute on Aging (NIA) serves as a branch of the National Institutes of Health. The NIA conducts age-related research on issues such as biomedical, social, and behavioral health, as well as provides public education.
National Media Owl Awards - recognizes films, videotapes and television programs about aging or aged people, and issues that concern them.
New LifeStyles - guide to senior housing and care options, including nursing homes and residential care facilities.
Older Americans - get the retirement benefits you deserve: Social Security, Medicare, and pensions. From the Nolo Press Legal Encyclopedia.
Psych Web - The American Psychological Association
SPRY Foundation - brings together information from federal agencies and national associations on issues of interest to older adults.
Senior Center, The - information on travel bargains, free books, and health news for senior citizens.
SeniorCom - Dedicated to providing senior citizens with information, products and services.
Senior Corps - helps people age 55 and older find service opportunities related to their interests.
Senior Friendly - sites on the Web that contain information helpful to seniors.
Senior Health - "Health needs change with age, and Senior Health provides helpful info on everything from caregivers and nutrition to arthritis and heart disease. Along with feature articles and live events."
Senior Link - A national eldercare resource, referral and consultation service for seniors and their families. Elder Law (Elderlaw), Medicare, Medicaid, estate planning, trusts and the rights of the elderly and disabled.
Seniors Computer Information Project - allow older adults to explore the use of computers and communication technology in senior centres and will support the creation of a Canadian seniors on-line information system.
Senior Living - a resource of America's leading retirement communities and services. - Opinion forum, info sources, books, videos, job and income opportunities, legislative issues, and other web sites important to seniors.
Senior Living Newspaper - devoted to leading the way for active seniors. Inside you'll find news and features specifically geared toward today's older Americans.
Senior News Network - provides interactive, and ever-changing information to the fifty-plus market in communities across the United States.
Senior Options - guide to the entire spectrum of senior services. Consumers and operators can obtain information on housing options, legal services, Alzheimer's programs, community services, mental health services, classified ads, and provider services, and more.
Seniors Computer Information Project - allow older adults to explore the use of computers and communication technology in senior centres and will support the creation of a Canadian seniors on-line information system.
Senior Net - hosts discussions on a wide variety of subjects. You can get help with computer problems, find support in difficult times, share your wisdom and experience, and make many new friends.
Seniors-Site - services including information on everything from law to pet care.
Senior Summer School - designed for independent, active and healthy seniors, who want to get a feel for today's college life.
Senior Times, The - News, events and announcements that are of interest to seniors and gerontologists.
Senior Resource - information on housing options, finance and insurance for seniors and their caregivers.
