Seniors 

National Institute on Aging (http://www.nih.gov/nia/) Features include Alzheimer’s disease information and publications; booklets on NIA research, menopause cardiovascular disease, and communications between patients and physicians; brochures and fact sheets for the public; press releases; and public service ads.

The National Council on the Aging: Benefits CheckUp (http://www.benefitscheckup.org/),is a free, easy-to-use service that identifies federal and state assistance programs for older Americans.

Senior Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) (http://www.doi.state.id.us/) The Idaho Department of Insurance, offers answers to extensive health coverage questions. Topics include: HMO, long term care, Medicaid, Medicare, other insurance such as CHAMPUS, SSI, and home health.  

Seniors-Site.com (http://www.seniors-site.com/) Provides website for: senior cititizens, adults 50+, your children, grandchildren, and caregivers.   

50 Plus Fitness Association (http://www.50plus.org) International organization devoted to information about, motivation toward, and participation in exercise and fitness while aging. 

SeniorLaw (http://www.seniorlaw.com/) Provides information about Elder Law (Elderlaw), Medicare, Medicaid, estate planning, trusts and the rights of the elderly and disabled.  

SeniorNet (http://www.seniornet.org/) Provides older adults education for and access to computer technology to enhance their lives and enable them to share their knowledge and wisdom.

Printable resource sheet and additional links. Senior Resources on the Net

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