Senior Health Information
AARP
A nonprofit membership organization of persons 50 and older dedicated to addressing
their needs and interests.
Administration on Aging
Learn more about the Older Americans Act, the federal legislation establishing the AoA
and authorizing a range of programs that offer services and opportunities for older
Americans and their caregivers.
American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry
Dedicated to promoting the mental health and well being of older people and improving
the care of those with late-life mental disorders.
American Hospital Association
National organization that represents and serves all types of hospitals, health care
networks, and their patients and communities.
American Physical Therapy Association
The mission of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), the principal
membership organization representing and promoting the profession of physical therapy,
is to further the profession's role in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of
movement dysfunctions and the enhancement of the physical health and functional
abilities of members of the public.
American Public Health Association
The American Public Health Association (APHA) is the oldest and largest organization
of public health professionals in the world, representing more than 50,000 members
from over 50 occupations of public health.
American Society on Aging
Our resources, publications, and educational opportunities are geared to enhance the
knowledge and skills of people working with older adults and their families.
CMS-Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
US Dept of Health and Human Services website- includes resources for Medicare and
Medicaid programs.
Medicare
Official US Government website for people with Medicare
National Alliance for Hispanic Health
To improve the health and well being of Hispanics. The National Alliance for Hispanic
Health is the premier organization focusing on Hispanic Health.
National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers
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.
National Council on Aging
National Council on Aging (NCOA) is dedicated to improving the health and
independence of older persons and increasing their continuing contributions to
communities, society, and future generations.
National Mental Health Association
The country's oldest and largest nonprofit organization addressing all aspects of mental
health and mental illness. With more than 340 affiliates nationwide, NMHA works to
improve the mental health of all Americans, especially the 54 million people with
mental disorders, through advocacy, education, research and service.
National Organization on Disability
The mission of the National Organization on Disability (N.O.D.) is to expand the
participation and contribution of America’s 54 million men, women and children with
disabilities in all aspects of life. By raising disability awareness through programs and
information, together we can work toward closing the participation gaps.
The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging
The Center for Social Gerontology
A non-profit research, training and social policy organization dedicated to promoting the
individual autonomy of older persons and advancing their well-being in society.