Seniors
You DO know about Caldwell LIVE, and what is happening in September 2010 - click here for September's full calendar. Check out what other great services are now available thanks to this program (click here), and, what about "Feel Good Fridays" which at least for THIS month will be a "Feel Good Tuesday"? Join us at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, September 28, 2010 for "Managing your medications: Do's and Don'ts!" Click here for more information about that program.
Elderweb Hundreds of reviewed links about health, housing, money matters, regional contacts, news, law, and more.
USA Gov for Seniors The website for seniors to conduct business with and get information from the
New Jersey Division of Senior Affairs State services and programs, with a directory of offices and a toll-free telephone hotline number.
Essex County Division of Senior Services County services and programs, for persons 60 years of age and older.
AARP Webplace The American Association of Retired Persons’ official site with volunteer opportunities, an Internet guide, material on health and legal concerns, independent living tips, consumer information, employment counseling, and plenty more.
50Plus Fitness Association Workouts, events, news, products, health studies, and more at the site with the motto "Our Bodies Are Made to Move."
Merck Manual of Geriatrics A vast, easy to search compendium of health information for senior citizens.
CHARM The Consumer Health Awareness Resources at Mountainside (CHARM) provides health information to patients, their families and caregivers, and the general public. Upon request the medical librarian will research and deliver information about medical conditions and treatment options, tests and procedures, mental health, addictions, healthy lifestyles and clinical trials. Information is gathered from authoritative medical databases and web sites and delivered to consumers via email, U.S. mail, or fax.
NeedyMeds Check out this resource if you are looking for low cost health care and need help in paying for prescription drugs. In addition to information on drugs, there is also information on clinics, state programs, and programs run by other non-profits, as well as a speaker's bureau.
SeniorNet A computer education site especially for elders--with lessons about technology and directories of learning centers and programs
Senior.com With a diversity of information, including online magazines and a directory of doctors, Senior.com strives to be "the best online community for seniors" interested in computers, entertainment, health, money, relationships, and religion. Offered too are free email accounts.
Third Age Featuring interactivity with other seniors and geriatric specialists, Third Age supplies know-how about computers, travel, nutrition, lifestyle, and money management.
Medicare Frequently asked questions on eligibility, enrollment, Medigap insurance, etc. along with contacts, publications, and guidance on avoiding fraud.
Social Security Online How Social Security works, calculating benefits, services for businesses, data, and articles. Online forms are posted too.
Need New Jersey tax forms? Click here.