Senior Resources

Listed below are generally accepted links for senior health information. 

Feel free in the  Blog comment section to let me know the ones that have been helpful to you.

Government and Official Agencies

• National Institute on Aging (NIA): Offers expert, research-backed advice on aging, diseases, and memory health.

• MedlinePlus (Older Adult Health): Provides free, easy-to-read health topic summaries curated by the National Library of Medicine.

• Medicare.gov: The official site to manage health coverage, find doctors, and check preventive care benefits.

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Features dedicated senior health sections on vaccines, fall prevention, and healthy living. 

 

Non-Profit and Advocacy Organizations

• National Council on Aging (NCOA): Helps seniors find economic support, benefits programs, and healthy aging tips.

• AARP : Delivers practical wellness articles, caregiver advice, and fitness guidance for older adults.

• Alzheimer's Association: Provides critical support, 24/7 helpline info, and education on memory loss and dementia.

• Eldercare Locator: A public service by the U.S. Administration on Aging that connects older adults to local community services. 

 

Trusted Medical Centers and Wellness Sites

• Mayo Clinic (Healthy Aging): Offers doctor-reviewed articles on nutrition, managing chronic conditions, and staying active.

• Healthline (Senior Health): Publishes accessible guides on physical fitness, nutrition, and common medical conditions in older age.