Internet Links - Senior Resources

AARP
With over 35 million members, AARP is the leading nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people age 50 and over in the United States. The group is known for providing a host of services to this ever-growing segment of the population by informing members and the public on issues important to this age group.
AgeLine Database

Produced by AARP, this is a searchable database of summaries of articles on various topics of interest to seniors.

Benefits Checkup

BenefitsCheckUp is the nation's most comprehensive online service to screen for federal, state and some local private and public benefits for older adults (ages 55 and over). It contains over 1,350 different programs from all fifty states (including the District of Columbia). On average there are 50 to 70 programs available to individuals per state.

California Dept of Aging

The California Department of Aging serves as both a unifying force for services to seniors and adults with disabilities and as a focal point for federal, state and local agencies which serve the elderly and adults with disabilities in California.  It fulfills the goals outlined in the Older Americans Act and also acts as an advocate for seniors and adults with disabilities by striving to develop an environment which respects and values the state's older residents and adults with disabilities.

California Registry
Welcome to California Registry, a state licensed free referral agency for seniors and their families. Provides senior housing information, counseling, referrals and facility evaluations free of charge. Committed to providing every client with the best possible information and referral regardless of their financial situation.
Elderhostel
Elderhostel is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing extraordinary learning adventures for people 55 and over. From New Hampshire to New Zealand, South Africa to South Dakota, Elderhostel offers you a world of educational opportunities - at exceptional values.
Medicare Rights Center
Medicare Rights Center (MRC) is the largest independent source of health care information and assistance in the United States for people with Medicare. Founded in 1989, MRC helps older adults and people with disabilities get good, affordable health care.

Mizell Senior Center Of Palm Springs

"To support independence and self-sufficiency through an inclusive network of education, information, and assistance with problem solving."
National Council on Aging
A national, nonprofit group of people and organizations dedicated to promoting the dignity, independence, well-being, and contributions of older people. NCOA believes that benefits are important and useful tools to help seniors be independent and healthy. NCOA is proud to work with national sponsors and government agencies to make services free to anyone who wants to see if they may be eligible for public programs and services.
Riverside County Office on Aging
Riverside County Office on Aging is charged to provide leadership in developing a system of care services for older persons and adults with disabilities in Riverside County.
 
Social Security Administration
  Official website for all Social Security services.
 
USA.Gov for Seniors
 

Official information and services from the U.S. government for seniors. You'll find a rich treasure of online information, services, and resources.

 
Your Living Will: The Advance Health Care Directive
  California Medical Association's detailed information with examples of Durable Powers of Attorney for Health Care and Living Wills.

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