International organization devoted to information about, motivation toward and participation in exercise and fitness while aging.

One comprehensive website to help seniors find government agencies and services.

Nationwide network of State and Area Agencies on Aging.  Information designed for Older Americans and their families regarding opportunities and services to enrich their lives and support their independence.

AgeNet is an information and referral network designed to "Bridge the Distance" between aging parents and adult children by providing information about products and services that are important to enhancing the quality of life of older adults and their families.

A source of information, support, and assistance on issues related to Alzheimer's disease.

Provides information about Alzheimer's Disease, its impact on families and health professionals and research into possible causes and cures.  Provides links to other Federal resources on dementia.

Represents not-for-profit organizations dedicated to providing high-quality health care, housing and services to the nation's elderly. Membership consists of nursing homes, continuing care retirement communities, senior housing facilities, assisted living services.

Provides expertise in the areas of information and education; community service; legislative, judicial, and consumer advocacy; and member services.

Funds research, publishes scientific findings, provides information and other services to people with diabetes, their families, health are proessionals and the public. Advocates for scientific research and for the rights of people with diabetes.  

Serves the public through the promotion of optimal nutrition, health and well-being.

Provides educational programming, training resources, publications and state-of-the-art information to health care professionals.

Dedicated to ensuring that all Americans can count on good end of life care.

Comprised of 36 full-service health plans. The Association remains a consistent voice for the health and well-being of the more than 21 million Californians who are enrolled in the Association's member health plans.

Designed to help consumers find facilities and services.  Includes most state-licensed and certified facilities that serve the aging.  Types of services include health, social services, mental health and elder care.

Administers a broad range of home and community-based services throughout California, working primarily with 33 Area Agencies on Aging which serve seniors in geographic areas of the State.

Serves as the national focus for developing and applying disease prevention and control, environmental health, and health promotion and education.

Dedicated to fostering communication about complex end-of-life decisions. It provides advance directives, counsels patients and families, trains professionals, advocates for improved laws, and offers a range of publications and services.

Drugwatch.com is a comprehensive website featuring information about prescription medications that are available or were previously available worldwide.

A nationwide, directory assistance service designed to help older persons and caregivers locate local support resources for aging Americans.

A not-for-profit organization with 25 years of experience providing high-quality, affordable, education adventures for adults who are 55 and older.

The oldest and largest eldercare sourcebook on the Web. It is a research site for professionals and family members, with thousands of on-site and off-site articles about eldercare and long term care, including legal, financial, medical, housing, policy, research, and statistics.

The premier support organization for caregivers. Find specialized information on Alzheimer's disease, stroke, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson's disease, ALS and other disorders and long-term care concerns.

FDA is a public health agency, charged with protecting American consumers by enforcing the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and several related public health laws.

Provides links to a host of genealogy resources and guides on how to do genealogy research on the Internet.

An international organization that works to insure a good life for older persons worldwide.

Products designed specifically for seniors.

An intergenerational advocacy organization with activists working together for social and economic justice.

Provides reliable consumer health information developed by the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services. Guides to online publications, clearinghouses, databases, websites, and support and self-help groups.

Created to organize and maximize the collective influence of Baby Boomers on issues that affect this aging population.

The Library preserves a collection of more than 119 million items, more than two-thirds of which are in media other than books.

The official U.S. Government site for Medicare information.

A free guide that educates the caregiver on the many issues of aging.

National advocacy organization committed to the dignity, well-being and quality of life of Asian Pacific Americans in their senior years.

Site under construction effective 04/02/01.

An association of organizations and professionals dedicated to promoting the dignity, well- being, and contributions of older persons.

The NFIC is the only nationwide toll-free hotline for consumers to get advice about telephone solicitations and report possible telemarketing fraud to law enforcement agencies.

Dedicated to improving the quality of life for Latino elderly, families, and communities through advocacy, capacity and institution building, development of educational materials, technical assistance, demonstration projects, policy analysis and research.

Has served as the nation's foremost non-profit advocate for the nation's (est.) 200,000 American Indian and Alaska Native elders. NICOA strives to better the lives of the nation's indigenous seniors through advocacy, employment training, dissemination of information, and data support.

The mission of NIMH is to diminish mental illness through research thereby achieving a better understanding, treatment and eventual prevention of mental illness.

An agency within the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services, the NIH mission is to uncover new knowledge that will lead to better health for everyone.

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.

Conducts comprehensive and coordinated programs of research and related activities to maximize the full inclusion, social integration, employment, and independent living of disabled individuals of all ages.

The Center is committed to increasing awareness of issues affecting American Indian, Alaskan Native, and Native Hawaiian elders and to be a voice and advocate for their concerns.

Advocates nationwide to promote the independence and well-being of low-income elderly individuals, as well as persons with disabilities, with particular emphasis on women and racial and ethnic minorities.

An established Internet community dedicated to older adults. It provides information on health insurance, shopping and travel, senior news, an online community with free e-mail, forums and chat rooms, and other special features.

National Stroke Association's mission is to reduce the incidence and impact of stroke by changing the way stroke is viewed and treated. NSA dedicates 100 percent of its resources and efforts toward prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, research and support for stroke survivors and their families.

The only national grassroots membership organization to focus solely on issues unique to women as they age. OWL is a non-profit, non-partisan organization that accomplishes it work through research, education, and advocacy activities conducted through a chapter network.

Provides a resource for pain management through information, tools, and services for patients and professionals.

Part of the U. S. Department of Labor, the PWBA protects the integrity of pensions, health plans, and other employee benefits for more than 150 million people.

PBGC is a federal government corporation established by Title IV of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) in 1974 to encourage the growth of defined benefit plans, provide timely and uninterrupted payment of benefits, and maintain pension insurance premiums at the lowest level necessary to carry out the Corporation's obligations.

A wide-range of statistics on older Americans published annually by AOA and AARP.

PAI works in partnership with people with disabilities - to protect, advocate for and advance their human, legal and service rights. Striving toward a society that values all people and supports their rights to dignity, freedom, choice and quality of life.

Directory contains names and contact information for organizations that provide resources relevant to the needs of older people.  Published by AOA and NIA.

Provides seniors, organizations, and communities with progressive opportunities incorporating the latest technologies.  These include extensive computer and internet education, intergenerational athletics, advocacy, and research.

A comprehensive web source of non-profit housing and services for seniors.

Provides products, services, information and entertainment to the 50+ market.

Provides adults 50+ access to and education about computer technology and the Internet to enhance their lives and enable them to share their knowledge and wisdom.

Features chat rooms, discussion groups and information on financial, travel, and housing services for seniors. Links to other websites of interest.

SSA provides disability, retirement and survivor protection. Many services now available online including benefits application and benefit statements.

The principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves.

Provides information on VA programs, veteran's benefits, VA facilities worldwide, and VA medical automation software. Internet mail is also available, allowing veterans to make specific inquiries and receive official responses from VA staff.

An independent non-profit organization devoted to educating women about retirement issues.

The objective of WHO is the attainment of the highest possible level of health by all peoples.