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Aging / Senior Citizens Helpline

Citizen advocacy organization that strives to improve the health and independence of older Americans through public and private research. Promotes healthy aging among people of all ages. Provides statistics on the health and well-being of older persons.
Voice: 1-800-639-2421
Website: http://www.agingresearch.org
Verified: 10/17/2008

Information to the aged, families and professionals.
Voice: 1-800-424-9046
Website: http://www.ncoa.org
Verified: 10/17/2008

Provides information for families and friends of the elderly (ages 60+). Referrals to area agencies on aging for information on insurance, medicaid, taxes and respite care. Information for disabled also provided on these subjects.
Voice: 1-800-677-1116
Website: http://www.eldercare.gov
E-mail: eldercarelocator@infospherix.com
Verified: 10/17/2008

Provides publications on topics of interest to older adults, doctors, nurses, social activities directors, health educators and the public. Sponsored by federal government.
Voice: 1-800-222-2225
TDD: 1-800-222-4225
Website: http://www.nia.nih.gov
E-mail: niaic@nia.nih.gov
Verified: 10/17/2008

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Last Updated: November 12, 2008

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