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Friday, November 20, 2009
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Government and Non-Profit Agencies
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Overview
Resources provided by state, national and non-profit agencies on health care, finances,
Veteran’s benefits, Medicaid/Medicare and more.
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Quick Links
For more information, please explore the resources below:
 Administration
on Aging - Information for Professionals
A public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging. The Eldercare Locator connects
older Americans and their caregivers with sources of information on senior services.
CARF
International
CARF International is an independent, non-profit organization that promotes quality,
value and optimal outcomes of services through a consultative accreditation process
centered on enhancing the lives of the persons served. When the services or provider
you choose is CARF-accredited, you're assured the highest quality services possible.
Caring
From a Distance
Dedicated to serving the needs of long distance caregivers. Are you one of the 6.9
million Americans struggling to care for an aging parent or other loved one who
lives in a far-away city? If you are, CFAD is here to help.
Caring from a Distance is an independent, non-profit organization. They take
no referral fees from service providers.
Eldercare
Locator
A public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging. The Eldercare Locator connects
older Americans and their caregivers with sources of information on senior services.
Tel: 800-677-1116
Family
Caregiver Alliance
The first community-based nonprofit organization in the country to address the needs
of families and friends providing long-term care at home. FCA now offers programs
at national, state and local levels to support and sustain caregivers.
Medicare
Provides detailed information about the past performance of every Medicare and Medicaid
certified nursing home in the country.
Tel: 800-MEDICARE
National
Association of State Units on Aging
An association representing the nation's 56 officially designated state and territorial
agencies on aging. The mission of the Association is to advance social, health,
and economic policies responsive to the needs of a diverse aging population.
Tel: 202-898-2578
National
Center on Elder Abuse
The National Center on Elder Abuse is dedicated to educating the public about elder
abuse, neglect, and exploitation and its tragic consequences. NCEA is an internationally
recognized resource for policy leaders, practitioners, prevention specialists, researchers,
advocates, families, and concerned citizens.
Tel: 202-898-2586
National
Hospice and Palliative Care Organization
The mission of the NHPCO is to lead and mobilize social change for improved care
at the end of life. Find information on end-of-life issues.
National
Long Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center
An Ombudsman is an advocate for residents of nursing homes, board and care homes,
and assisted living. Find the ombudsman nearest you.
Tel: 202-332-2275
Nursing
Home Compare on medicare.gov
A tool on medicare.gov whose primary purpose is to provide detailed information
about the past performance of every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home
in the country.
Senior
Services (King County)
The largest non-profit agency serving older people in Washington. Established in
1967, the agency serves over 50,000 seniors and their families each year through
an integrated system of quality programs and services.
Tel: 888-435-3377
info@seniorservices.org
Veterans
Affairs Aid and Attendance Special Pension
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is reaching out to inform wartime veterans
and surviving spouses about an under-used, special monthly pension benefit called
Aid and Attendance. This benefit may be available to those who have in-home care
or who live in nursing homes or assisted living facilities.
Tel: 800-827-1000
Dept. of Veterans Affairs
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