Administration on Aging

Website:

http://www.aoa.gov/

Description:

This site provides information about the Older Americans Act and a range of programs that offer services and opportunities for older Americans and their caregivers.

AGS Foundation for Health in Aging
P.O. Box 7424
San Francisco, CA 94120-7424

Website:

http://www.healthinaging.org/

Description:

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.

Road Scholar

Website:

http://www.roadscholar.org

Description:

Elderhostel, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization and the creator of Road Scholar which is dedicated to providing extraordinary learning adventures for people age 55 and older. From New Zealand to South Dakota, Road Scholar offers nearly 8,000 educational tours and a wide variety of global educational opportunities.

Lifetime Education and Renewal Network (LEARN)

Website:

http://www.asaging.org/learn/

Description:

Part of the American Society on Aging, LEARN's goal is to increase older adults’ knowledge of the nature and promise of lifelong learning to enhance their quality of life. The network is involved in all aspects of education for older adults. It offers a wide range of learning opportunities from health promotion and hospital wellness programs to humanities, life skills, and leadership seminars.

SeniorNet

Website:

http://www.seniornet.org

Description:

SeniorNet is a nonprofit organization of computer-using adults age 50 and older. SeniorNet's mission is to help older adults learn to use computers to access the World Wide Web, all to enhance their lives and enable them to share their knowledge and wisdom.