Monday, April 15, 2013

U.S. Govt. Provides Resources for Seniors

The U.S. Government has a lot of resources on it's web site regarding housing for seniors. The following links provide direct access to their site for information that many caregivers needs for their elderly family members.

The Administration on Aging (AoA), managed through the Older Americans Act and other legislation, supports programs that help older adults maintain their independence and dignity in their homes and communities. In addition AoA provides funding for a range of supports to family caregivers.The following links are provided on this page as resources:


In addition to Federal, there are also State offices and departments that provide resources on nursing homes, long term care, and other State regulated areas.
http://www.ltcombudsman.org/ombudsman/oregon

In addition, LeadingAge is a major resource and network center . The LeadingAge community (www.LeadingAge.org) includes 6,000 not-for-profit organizations in the United States, 39 state partners, hundreds of businesses, research partners, consumer organizations, foundations and a broad global network of aging services organizations that reach over 30 countries. 


The work of LeadingAge is focused on advocacy, education, and applied research. They promote adult day services, home health, hospice, community-based services, PACE, senior housing, assisted living residences, continuing care communities, nursing homes as well as technology solutions and person-centered practices that support the overall health and well being of seniors, children, and those with special needs. 

published as a courtesy by Sweet ByeNBye Inc
An award winning Assisted Living, Adult Foster Home Care provider.
Salem, Oregon www.SweetByenBye.com

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