 
Resources
(Useful Websites for Older Adults and Their Families)
Disclaimer: CFW does not endorse any of the following
suggested sites about healthful aging & eldercare. They are
included as references for people who need more information on
these subjects.
New York City Resources
Meals
on Wheels
City meals-on-Wheels hand-delivers meals to homebound elderly
New Yorkers on weekends, weekdays, holidays, and times of emergency,times
when many vulnerable seniors would otherwise go without food.
Tel. 1-212-687-1234
Transportation-
MTA/New York City Transit
MTA/New York City Transit operates Access-A-Ride, the City’s
paratransit system. Access-A-Ride provides transportation services
for people with disabilities who are unable to use buses or subways.
The service operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for roughly
the cost of a bus ride. Personal Care Attendants accompanying
the customer ride free; one paying guest per trip may accompany
the customer.
Tel. 1-877-337-2017
 Articles,
News, and Noteworthy
Put
Prevention Into Practice (PPIP)
A program to increase the appropriate use of clinical preventive
services, such as screening tests, immunizations, and counseling.
AAOS
On-Line Service Guide to Home Safety
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Public Information
Preventing
Falls Among Seniors
National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for
Disease Control
Lighthouse
International: Hope When Vision Fails
A leading resource on vision impairment and vision rehabilitation.
Stroke
resources from ABC News
a wealth of information on stokes, their causes, prevention, and
more..
Organizations, Information, and Websites
www.stroke.org
The National Stroke Association's advice on prevention, treatment,
and rehab designed to reduce the incidence and impact of stroke.
www.strokeassociation.org
The American Stroke Association list’s the warning signs
of stroke and an A-Z guide to heart and stroke. The website also
provides information about prevention, treatment, and services
to stroke victims.
www.alz.org
The Alzheimer's Association is the world leader in Alzheimer research
and support. On this site, you'll find information about the disease,
programs and services, and advocacy efforts .
www.americanheart.org
The American Heart Association provides an easy-to-use reference
guide to heart and stroke; warning signs of heart attack and stroke,
and heart patient information.
www.maxrehab.com
A Comprehensive Resource and Directory for Rehabilitation Information.
http://www.joslin.harvard.edu
The Joslin Diabetes Center. The world’s leading Diabetes
center affiliated with Harvard Medical School.
www.biausa.org
Brain Injury Association of America. Creating a better future
through brain injury prevention, research, education, and advocacy.
www.nof.org
Fighting Osteoporosis and promoting bone health. They provide
helpful articles on bone health, osteoporosis prevention, medications,
support groups, and finding a doctor.
www.cancer.org
American Cancer Society. Information about cancer, cancer treatment,
support groups and services, and special health needs of patients
and survivors.
www.cspinet.org
Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) is a consumer
advocacy organization that conducts advocacy programs in health
and nutrition, and provides consumers with current, useful information
about their health and well-being.
www.eatright.org
The American Dietetic Association offers scientifically backed
information on food and nutrition.
www.healthandage.com
For patients and their doctors who are interested in maintaining
their health throughout life, and this website includes interactive
tools, information, and newsletters on such topics as Alzheimer's
disease, depression, diabetes, heart disease, nutrition, and fitness.
Also, question and answer sessions with health experts, and medical
news about healthy aging and eldercare.
www.infoaging.org
This website, for the American Federation for Aging Research,
provides the latest information on research into lifestyle issues,
diseases, and conditions related to aging and the biology of aging.
Sign up for their free newsletter.
www.intelihealth.com
Consumer health information from more than 150 health care organizations
including Harvard Medical School.
www.ncoa.org
The National Council on the Aging is 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.
www.nih.gov/nia
The National Institute on Aging (NIA), one of the 25 institutes
and centers of the National Institutes of Health, leads a broad
scientific effort to understand the nature of aging and to extend
the healthy, active years of life.
www.aarp.org
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP). AARP is dedicated
to enhancing quality of life for all as we age. Check their Wellness
Center for information on fitness, nutrition, stress, and staying
healthy. Click on the Health & Wellness Guide for one-stop
health and wellness information, books, websites, and discussions.
www.ahrq.gov
For consumers and health care professionals. The U.S. Department
of Health and Human Services, outlines treatment standards for
a broad spectrum of health conditions affecting older adults,
including prostate problems, bad back, angina, and incontinence.
www.aoa.dhhs.gov
Designed for older Americans and their families and caregivers,
this website of the Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services covers programs that can enrich the
lives of older persons and support their independence. It includes
a caregiver’s guide, Eldercare Locator, and online retirement
planning, and more.
www.asaging.org
The American Society on Aging provides educational programs, publications,
and information and training resources for what is probably the
largest network of professionals in the field of aging.
www.caregiving.org
The National Alliance for Caregiving is dedicated to providingsupport
to family caregivers and the professionals who helpthem and to
increasing public awareness of issues facingfamily caregivers.
www.elderweb.com
This award-winning site for older adults and their families covers
a wide range of topics: Finance and Law; News; Living Arrangements;
Body and Soul; Regional Directory; Associations and Agencies;
and an Eldercare Locator.
www.generationsonline.com
Devoted to Internet literacy and access for the elderly.
www.rrf.org
The Retirement Research Foundation is the nation's largest private
foundation, and is dedicated to serving the needs of older Americans
and enhancing their quality of life. It works to make sure that
older adults remain vibrant, vital participants in our society.
www.aath.org
The Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor educates health
care professionals and consumers about the value and therapeutic
uses of humor and laughter. Go to Resources for a list of suggested
readings about therapeutic humor.
www.seniornet.org
SeniorNet provides adults age 50 and over with access to and education
about computer technology and the Internet, in order to enhance
their lives and enable them to share their knowledge and wisdom.
www.seniors-site.com
Seniors Site provides a unique, informative, interesting, and
entertaining Internet website for adults 50+, their children,
grandchildren and caregivers.
www.thirdage.com
A website that is fun and full of information for active older
adults on beauty & style, computers, family, health, horoscopes,
love & sex, money, and travel. There are also chat groups,
games, and more.
www.aapmr.org
The American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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