Resources

Care Conversations – Planning for Long-Term Care Needs

Alzheimer’s National Web Site

National Institute on Aging – Alzheimer’s Disease Education & Referral Center

American Heart Association

Connecticut Chapter of the American Parkinson’s Disease Association

American Society on Aging

National Council on Aging – identify eligibility for federal and state programs

American Cancer Society

National Alliance for Caregiving – caregiver tips, links and book suggestions

National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers

State of Connecticut Department of Social Services – Aging Services Division State Unit on Aging

American Diabetes Association

Government gateway to consumer health and human services information

American Lung Association

Medicare

Center for Medicare Advocacy

Senior Citizen Resources Health, consumer protection and legislative information from government sites.