Elderwerks Senior Resource Directory 2025/2026

WEBSITES FOR SENIORS

The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities www.carf.org Gives its seal of approval to qualifying facilities. Phone: 888-281-6531 Consumer Federation of America www.consumerfed.org Provides links to different areas of interest and resources to read about new policies, updates and news on particular programs such as: energy, finance, health and safety, etc. 202-737-0766 Do Not Call Registry www.donotcall.gov Federal Government’s National Do Not Call Registry is a free and easy way to reduce telemarketing calls to your home. Your number will stay in the registry for five years unless you take it off. After five years, you will be able to renew your registration. If you get restricted calls after your number has been in the national registry for 31 days, you can file a complaint. 888-382-1222 Drugwatch www.drugwatch.com A site dedicated to providing information and news on dangerous prescription drugs and medical devices. The Eldercare Locator is the first step to finding resources for older adults in the U.S. community. It is a free national service of the Administration on Aging that provides an instant connection to resources that enable older persons to live independently in their communities and offers support for caregivers. The National Association of Area Agencies on Aging administers the Eldercare Locator in partnership with the National Association of State Units on Aging (NASUA). Toll free number 800-677-1116 Eldercare Locator eldercare.acl.gov

Eye Care America www.eyecareamerica.org

Healthfinder www.healthfinder.gov

Provides eye exams and up to one year of care to U.S. citizens and legal residents through volunteer ophthalmologists often at no out-of pocket cost to those who qualify.

A Federal website for consumers, developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services together with other Federal agencies. Healthfinder has been recognized as a key resource for finding the best government and nonprofit health and human services information on the Internet. Healthfinder links to carefully selected information and websites from over 1,500 health-related organizations. A nonprofit serving the interests of consumers with hearing loss through self help, advocacy and education. Offers publications on hearing aids, cochlear implants, assistive listening devices, ADA, employment, travel, lip-reading and more. Helping The Needy www.homelessshelterdirectory.org This site has a directory of homeless shelters and homeless service organizations throughout the U.S. HelpVet helpvet.net HelpVet assists service members, their families, survivors and the entire military community with a wide variety of benefits, resources and company discounts. Not to mention, a large network of nationwide service providers who have deep ties to their community and care a great deal about our service members. Helpvet.net offers help with Education, Employment, Finances, Housing, Travel & Entertainment along with Health Care Benefits, Retirement Benefits, VA Loan Benefits and much more. Hearing Loss Association of America www.hearingloss.org Home Improvement and Structural Alterations Program (HISA) www.prosthetics.va.gov/hisa2.asp Under the Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) program, Veterans with disabilities may be able to receive a grant for home improvements and structural alterations necessary or appropriate for the effective and economical treatment of his/her disability.

Family Caregiver Alliance www.caregiver.org

Provides information and resources for family caregivers such as education, services, advocacy and more.

FreeClinics.com www.freeclinics.com

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This website provides a search engine where you can find a free or sliding scale clinics in your area. The Funeral Site www.thefuneralsite.com A free consumer information and education resource on planning and financing funerals, products and services. The official benefits website of the US Government making government more accessible to citizens. This site is managed by the US Department of Labor in partnership with 15 Federal agencies, including the US Departments of Agriculture, Commerce, Education, Energy, Health and Human Services, Homeland Security, Housing and Urban Development, Interior, Justice, State, Transportation, Treasure, Veterans Affairs, Small Business Administration, and Social Security Administration. Government Benefits Website www.benefits.gov

HD Buzz www.hdbuzz.net

This website is dedicated to providing Huntington’s disease research news and articles.

Elder Law Answers www.elderlawanswers.com

Provides answers to legal questions related to aging, disability, estate planning, finding an attorney, nursing home care and advanced directives.

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