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Caregiving book resources for seniors
A selection of books on elder care.

Computer and technology books for seniors
A listing of books designed for senior citizens on the topics of using computers, mobile devices, software programs, and operating systems.

Handbook for Washington Seniors
Provides an overview of legal issues facing seniors and the resources available to help them protect their health and economic security.


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Administration on Aging
A clearinghouse of government information on local and national programs for older persons and their families.

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
The agency that administers Medicare and Medicaid offers comprehensive information on both programs.

Lewis-Mason-Thurston Area Agency on Aging
LMTAAA provides home and community services for seniors and adults with disabilities to help them remain living in their own homes.

Senior Action Network
Thurston, Mason, and Lewis County businesses dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors through business development and services. Offers monthly educational speakers, networking opportunities and senior community service.

Senior Services for South Sound
Senior Services for South Sound assists residents of Thurston and Mason counties.


Benefits CheckUp
The National Council on Aging provides this web-based service to screen for benefits programs for seniors with limited income and resources.

Money and Taxes for Seniors at USA.gov
Links to federal government information, services, and agencies on money and taxes for senior citizens.

Retirement Planner
Information for retirement planning from the Social Security Administration. Includes retirement calculators.


Aids for Better Living - WA Assistive Technology Act Program
You can now borrow assistive devices through your local Timberland library. Most of these items are designed to help individuals with low vision, limited mobility and hearing loss.

Alzheimer's Association
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research

Seniors' Health: MedlinePlus
Clinical trials, nutrition, specific conditions, prevention/screening, research, directories, statistics and more.


Assisted Living Facilities Directory
Lists facilities and other senior care options, organized by state, and then by city.

Homemods.org
Dedicated to promoting aging in place and independent living, Homemods.org serves as an information clearinghouse on home modification to equip professionals and consumers with resources such as a National Directory of Home Modification and Repair Resources.


AARP
Financial, travel, cooking, health, & leisure information, as well as access to Modern Maturity & the AARP Bulletin.

Eldergadget
Provides reviews and news about consumer electronics, highlighting senior-friendly features.

Senior Driving
AAA Seniors offers tools and resources to assess a mature driver's skills.

Senior Women Web
News, issues, community, and connection for women over fifty.

WidowNet
Information & self-help resources for people of all ages, religious backgrounds, and sexual orientations whose spouse or life partner has died.


Washington LawHelp - Aging and Elder Law
Resources for seniors to find solutions to civil legal problems in Washington State, including power of attorney, Medicaid, SSI, and wills.


National Parks & Federal Recreation Lands Senior Pass
Information on the Senior Pass program available to US citizens over the age of 62 and instructions on how to apply. The Senior Pass offers free access to national recreation areas managed by federal agencies.

Road Scholar: Adventures in Lifelong Learning
A site for those who wish to travel and learn (formerly Elderhostel and Exploritas). Explore their catalogs & select an adventure.


 Database Links


Encyclopedia of Aging (Gale)
Biology, medicine, economics, law, psychology, sociology, and history as they relate to aging.


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