Important Resources & Publications, Website Addresses & more
A Tool Kit to Prevent Senior Falls:
Brochures Designed for fall prevention programs, A Tool Kit To Prevent Senior Falls includes fact sheets, graphs and brochures about falls and fall prevention. (National Center for Injury Prevention and Control)...cdc.gov/ncipc/pub-res/toolkit/toolkitht
Protecting the Elderly from Falls
Important articles and information on fall statistics and prevention. Articles on how to easily fall proof your home. (National Safety Council)... nsc.org/issues/fallstop.htm
Falls in Older Adults: Management in Primary Practice
Used for the evaluation and management of falls. Includes "Get Up and Go Test," a home safety questionnaire and an evaluation form. Educational materials for patient/family include tips for reducing risk of falls and improving balance. (American Geriatrics Society)... americangeriatrics.orgleducationifalls.shtmi
Health Information For The Whole Family
Diabetes • Heart Disease • Asthma • Allergies • Mental Health • Stomach & Intestinal Problems • Mono • Skin Problems • Pain • Cancer • STIs/HIV • More familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home.html
Home Design
Provides help to seniors who wish to stay in their own homes but are facing mobility limitations. This Web page features ideas for making the home more safe and accessible. (AARP)...aarp.org/life/homedesign
u.S. Administration on Aging
Search by state to identify state and area agencies on aging... aoa.gov/eldfamlHow_To_Find/Agencies/Agencies.asp
Safe Steps Program Materials
The Home Safety Council has developed the national Safe Steps program designed to educate older adults and their family members on how to reduce their risk of falling dangers... homesafetycouncil.org/programs/pcfalls_pOOO.pdf
The Archstone Foundation
The Archstone foundation is a grant-making organization created to help society meet the needs of the elderly. The site provides publications and useful resources and links to grant projects...archstone.org
The National Council on the Aging
The National Council on the Aging is a national network of organizations and individuals dedicated to improving the health and independence of older persons and increasing their continuing contributions to communities, society and future generations...ncoa.org
WebMD
Offers information, supportive communities and in-depth reference material about health subjects. Board-certified physicians, award-winning journalists, and trained community moderators provide news for the public, up-to-date medical reference content databases, medical imagery, graphics, live web events and interactive tools...webmd.com
MedlinePlus
MedlinePlus will direct you to information to help answer health questions. Preformulated MEDLINE searches are included in MedlinePlus and give easy access to medical journal articles. MedlinePlus also has information about drugs, an illustrated medical encycl iedia and the latest health news... medlineplus.gov
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. Use this powerful search engine as you look for an ever-growing collection of topical and customer-focused links for seniors. It connects you to millions of web pages - from the federal government, local and tribal governments to foreign nations worldwide...seniors.gov
John Hopkins
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MayoClinic
Provides useful and up-to-date information and tools that reflect the expertise and standard of excellence of Mayo Clinic. A team of Webpublishing professionals and medical experts work side-by-side to produce this site, offering unique access to the experience and knowledge of more than 2,000 physicians and scientists...mayoclinic.com
Benefits Of Hydrogen Peroxide
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Thirdage.Com
Provides information relating to relationships, romance, health, wellness, well being, spirituality and personal growth and development... thirdage.com
Do Not Call Registry
As Of November 27, The Registry Is "Still Free" AND "Not Available To Telemarketers ".
To Register Call 1-888-382-1212 or link onto donotcall.gov