Website Links
The
Senior NetworkFounded in 1990, The Senior Network, Inc. (TSN)
is a marketing communications company that provides Access
to and Expertise in the mature consumer market. TSN
develops and executes integrated marketing programs that reach the
increasingly important mature population. TSN provides marketers
with strategic marketing and consulting services based on an
in-depth understanding of the unique needs and characteristics of
mature consumers.
NAHB Research CenterNAHB Research Center,
Inc. You can view a full text of the Directory of Accessible
Building Products - 2000. The Directory offers information on
innovative products and technologies to accommodate the lifestyles
of today's older Americans. Or call the Research Center to get a
hard copy. The Directory is also available at the online
bookstore. Browse other resources and publications for all your
building and research needs! Most files are in *.pdf format, some
are actual images.
Novartis Foundation for GerontologyThe
Novartis Foundation for Gerontology supports education and
innovation in healthy aging, geriatrics and in the care of elderly
people.
Where
to Live after 50Online Resource for finding retirement
communities, senior lifestyles, senior housing and active adult
communities.
XpertSite.comWhat is XpertSite.com? It's
questions. It's answers. It's real people giving advice, for
free.
Senior SavvySenior Savvy is a retirement
investing newsletter a comprehensive source for vital information
about retirement investing. Learn to make retirement decisions
regarding preserving your purchasing power, protecting your assets,
making your money last, have adequate income, and pass on the most
to your heirs.
Grandparents OnlineWelcome to the toy store
designed especially for grandparents. This easy-to-navigate web
site offers a careful selection of classic and educational toys for
your favorite kids. You'll find great quality and great prices.
Follow the catalog link to browse our products. We want you to feel
at home. After all, you are.
Search Senior Housing NetSearch Senior
Housing Net's directory of retirement communities, assisted living
facilities and nursing homes for you or your loved ones. Inside
you'll find detailed descriptions, photographs, floor plans, 360°
tours, and direct communications links to onsite managers.
Healthy AgingThis Healthy Aging and
geriatrics site includes a Reuters Health Information newsfeed,
which provides both healthcare professionals and elderly patients
with late-breaking health news.
Senior LivingA great interactive site for
seniors with links to other sites including health, care giving,
and other senior friendly sites.
Alzheimer's AssociationThe Alzheimer's
Association is your source for information, support and assistance
on issues related to Alzheimer's disease. To learn more about the
services and programs available in your area, please explore the
information on this site or contact your local chapter of the
Alzheimer's Association
Alzheimer's Support NetworkThe Alzheimer's
Support Network is a not for profit organization. On this site you
will find listings of support group meetings, educational programs,
and information about other services offered free of charge by the
Alzheimer's Support Network
CareGuideFacilities listed by CareGuide are
listings only - not recommendations. All information about the
facilities has been obtained either from the facilities themselves
or public/private available sources. CareGuide does not guarantee
the information about these facilities nor do we license, endorse,
or recommend any of these providers. http://www.cannylink.com/healthaged.htm
A host of helpful links to aging and care giving related
sites.
AARPAARP is the nation's leading
organization for people age 50 and older. It serves their needs and
interests through information and education, advocacy, and
community services which are provided by a network of local
chapters and experienced volunteers throughout the country. The
organization also offers members a wide range of special benefits
and services, including Modern Maturity magazine and the
monthly Bulletin.
Elderhostel, Inc.Elderhostel, Inc. is a
not-for-profit organization with 25 years of experience providing
high-quality, affordable, educational adventures for adults who are
55 and older. These short-term educational programs are a fun and
exciting way for you to share new ideas, explore new places and
make new friends.
Senior CorpsThis is the Senior Corps!
Through the National Senior Service Corps, nearly half a million
Americans age 55 and older share their time and talents to help
their communities.
Mature
Living Choices®Mature Living Choices® is the result of
heavy consumer demand and is designed to reach the 55 and older
market. Published quarterly, Mature Living Choices® is the
ultimate guide to living choices and support services for the
senior market, featuring Catered Living/Assisted Living, Active
Adult Community, apartments, villa/condo/cluster homes, single
family homes, resort/golf communities, and continuing care
retirement communities.
National Institute on AgingThe National
Institute on Aging (NIA) is one of the National Institutes of Health, the
principal biomedical research agency of the United States
Government. The NIA promotes healthy aging by conducting and
supporting biomedical, social, and behavioral research and public
education.
LIFE
Senior Services, Inc.For more than 25 years, LIFE Senior
Services has met the needs of area seniors with programs that help
solve problems threatening independence, quality of life and
dignity. Each year, 30,000 older adults and their families turn to
LIFE Senior Services, the premier provider of information,
education and services. For thousands, the first place to call is
SeniorLine, 918-664-9000, which connects seniors and their
families to hundreds of services from dozens of agencies with just
one call.
SPRY FoundationSPRY Foundation envisions a
social environment in the United States that encourages and
provides the information and decision making skills which enable
individuals throughout their life-span to identify, plan for and
reach their personal goals for Successful Aging. Successful Aging
is viewed as the inter-relationship of four (4) major domains in a
person's life: financial security; health and wellness; mental
health and social environment; and intellectual pursuits.
Geezers
and GeezerettesEqually split between Geezers and Geezerettes
(actually, one dictionary simply defines a Geezer as "an eccentric
older person.") From all over North America. The youngest members
are 55, of course. Average age for men is 73, average age for women
is 70. The Geezer in Chief (for now) is 66. His imaginary
assistant, Babette, is "ageless."("ageless" = "don't ask.")
Worldwide SeniorsYou stand at the threshold
of a unique, exciting "gated" virtual community, a community that
feels like a real community because it IS a real community.
Worldwide Seniors members socialize, share experiences, reminisce,
voice opinions, solve the problems of the world, and make new
friends... who often become extended family members.
National Committee to Preserve Social Security
and Medicare Welcome to the National Committee's website. We're
glad you came to visit. The National Committee to Preserve Social
Security and Medicare was founded in 1982 to serve as an advocate
for the landmark federal programs of Social Security and Medicare
and for all Americans who seek a healthy, productive and secure
retirement. With about 5 million members and supporters across
America, we are the nation's second-largest grassroots citizens
organization devoted to the retirement future for all citizens -
from our "twenty-something" generation and baby-boomers to the
nation's thirty-four million seniors.