National Elder Care Resources
National non-profit organizations and government agencies are a great source for unbiased elder care resources, and statistics. Get connected with helpful organizations while learning about assisted living.
National Council on Aging – A national non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of older Americans. The NCOA website provides articles and elder care resources on aging, and helps seniors connect with jobs.
U.S. National Institute on Health's National Institute on Aging – Health information on aging with a special section on Alzheimer's disease education.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration on Aging – Statistics on aging, links to caregiver support sites, and more elder care resources.
Federal Interagency Forum on Aging-Related Statistics – Links to aging statistics from numerous government agencies, including access to the research report, "Older Americans 2010: Key Indicators of Well-Being," a statistical representation of the aging population in America by 37 key aspects of the lives of older Americans.
Find Local Elder Care Resources
Since many assisted living regulations are set by individual states, finding local senior care information can help you determine the best route to take toward assisted living in your area. For more help determining which local assisted living facility to pursue, speak to a local elder care advisor free of charge!
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Eldercare Locator – Contact information for state and local senior services.
Gerontological Society of America – Expert local gerontologist referrals and contact information for state and international gerontological societies.
Other Elder Care Resources
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Senior Housing Information Center – Reports and data about low-income housing for the elderly.
National Aging in Place Council – Information and tips to help seniors remain in the same location safely for as long as possible.
Guide to Assisted Living
Articles About Assisted Living
- Assisted Living Guide Home
- Levels of Senior Care
- Aging in Place
- Assisted Living Licensing
- Home Assisted Living vs. Assisted Living Centers
- Nursing Homes vs. Assisted Living Homes
- Assisted Living Glossary of Terms
- Christian and Catholic Assisted Living
- Residential Assisted Living
- Veterans Assisted Living
- Finding Affordable Senior Housing
- Links to Elder Care Resources
Inside Assisted Living
- Insited Assisted Living Main Page
- A Typical Daily Schedule at Assisted Living Facilities
- How Assisted Living Facilities Use Care Plans
- The Layout at Typical Assisted Living Facilities
- Receiving Occupational Therapy in Assisted Living Facilities
- Typical OT Visits in Assisted Living Facilities
- Interview: Occupational Therapy in Assisted Living Facilities
- Interview: Coordinating Care in Assisted Living Facilities