Administration on Aging
Washington, DC 20201
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Phone:
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202-619-0724
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Website:
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http://www.aoa.gov/
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Description:
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The Administration on Aging (AAA) provides generally
accepted definitions, information on how to report abuse, and a
summary of the AAA’s role and other useful resources.
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AGS Foundation for Health in Aging
P.O. Box 7424
San Francisco, CA 94120-7424 |
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800-563-4916 |
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http://www.healthinaging.org/ |
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This national non-profit organization, established by The American Geriatrics Society, strives to build a bridge between the research and practice of geriatrics and to advocate on behalf of older adults and their special health care needs. This website offers up-to-date information on Medicare, a comprehensive guide for caregivers, public education resources on a variety of senior-related topics, and an introduction to geriatrics: medical care for older adults. |
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American Bar Association
740 15th Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20005-1019
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Phone:
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202-662-1000
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Website:
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http://www.abanet.org/
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Description:
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Offers important information on a variety of legal
topics including finances, home ownership and protection, family
and elder rights, workplace issues, and several other topics.
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AARP Legal Solutions
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Phone:
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800-262-5297
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Website:
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http://www.aarp.org/legalsolutions/
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Description:
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Provides a glossary of legal terms, information
on frequently asked questions, self-help guides, and assistance
in locating legal services. For AARP services, AARP Legal Services
Network attorneys provide free and reduced-fee legal services.
Older Pennsylvanians (age 50 and older) can receive legal advice
and/or referrals to local participating lawyers by calling the
AARP Legal Advice Line 800-262-5297. Ask the AARP Representative
to explain any charges for services.
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National Association of Elder
Law Attorneys
1604 North Country Club Road
Tucson, Arizona 85716
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Phone:
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520-881-4005
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Website:
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http://www.naela.org/
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Description:
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Offers a directory of local elder law attorneys
and important questions to ask.
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National Center on Elder Abuse
1201 15th Street, NW, Suite 350
Washington, DC 20005-2842
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Phone:
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202-898-2586
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Website:
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http://www.elderabusecenter.org/
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Description:
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The National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) provides
basic information and fact sheets on elder abuse and neglect with
the goal of enhancing understanding, awareness, reporting, and
prevention of the violation of the rights of older adults. Supported
by the U. S. Administration on Aging, the NCEA also offers the
latest statistics and legislation as well as links to other useful
resources.
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National Committee for Prevention
of Elder Abuse (NCPEA)
1612 K Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20006
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Phone:
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202-682-4140
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Website:
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http://www.preventelderabuse.org
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Description:
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The NCPEA, a partner of the National Center on
Elder Abuse, conducts research on the causes of elder abuse and
neglect, coordinates public and professional awareness campaigns
and prevention efforts, and advocates for the rights and protection
of older adults.
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National Legal Aid and Defender
Association
1140 Connecticut Ave. NW, Suite 900
Washington, DC 20036
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Phone:
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202-452-0620
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Website:
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http://www.nlada.org/Defender/Defender_Public/
Defender_Public_Home
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Description:
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This website offers a directory of local legal
aid offices and clinics.
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Pennsylvania Bar Association
(PBA)
100 South St.
Harrisburg, PA
17108-0186
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Phone:
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800-692-7375 or 717-238-6807
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Website:
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http://www.pabar.org/
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Description:
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The PBA Senior Lawyers Committee has published
A Guide to Legal Issues for Pennsylvania Senior Citizens, which
provides valuable information to senior citizens on a variety of
legal topics.
A Legal Referral Service (LRS) operates Monday through Friday,
from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (EST), and can be reached by calling 800-692-7375
or 717-238-6807. Ask the Legal Referral Services representative
to explain any charges for services.
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Pennsylvania Department of
Aging (PDA)
555 Walnut St., 5th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17101-1919
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Phone:
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717-783-1550
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Website:
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http://www.aging.state.pa.us/aging/site/default.asp
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Description:
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This website outlines state services and programs
and offers assistance and opportunities for older Pennsylvanians.
The state’s Department of Aging serves as an advocate at
all levels of government for the interests of older Pennsylvanians.
The department works hand-in-hand with the Governor’s Office
and the General Assembly on legislation. It also handles state
coordination and planning for elderly initiatives in Pennsylvania,
including long-term care programs for the frail and chronically
ill. PDA programs and services empower older adults and their families
to make choices for themselves. Most of these services are provided
by the state’s 52 Area Agencies on Aging (AAA).
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Pennsylvania Health Law Project
650 Smithfield Street, Suite 2130
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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Phone:
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800-274-3258 or 412-434-5779
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Website:
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http://www.phlp.org/
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Description:
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This website provides information on access to
health care for low-income consumers, the elderly, and persons
with disabilities. It provides both direct advocacy on behalf of
individuals and advocacy for health policy changes.
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Pennsylvania Legal Services
Organizations
118 Locust Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101-1414
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Phone:
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800-322-7572
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Website:
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http://www.palegalservices.org/
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Description:
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This website provides general information on important
legal issues and offers specialty programs that provide services
to specific client groups (i.e. individuals with low incomes, individuals
within institutions).
The Pennsylvania Legal Services Organization maintains PA LawHelp.org
to provide additional information on a variety of topics.
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U.S. Department of Labor
Frances Perkins Building
200 Constitution Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20210
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Phone:
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1-866-4-USWAGE
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Website:
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http://www.dol.gov/esa/whd/fmla/
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Description:
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This website provides information on the Family
Medical Leave Act and caregiver rights.
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