Aging
Area Agencies on Aging (Triple A’s/AAA) are community-based organizations that provide a broad range of assisted living and other services that allow older adults choices. AAAs are making a difference in the lives of seniors – from the frail who can remain at home with the right services to the healthy who need activities and socialization facilitated by senior centers or other community-based programs. Out of the 650 Triple As in the United States, one-third of them are regional councils serving communities and regions. These regional organizations operate centers or administer programs that assure a quality of life for seniors, such as, transportation services, health care, and peer activities.
Resources and Links - Federal
U. S. Department of Health and Human Services
Administration on Aging
The Administration on Aging (AoA) is an organization of the Federal government established by the Older Americans Act (OAA), which was signed into law on July 14, 1965 by President Lyndon B. Johnson. AoA is the advocate agency for older persons and their concerns. It is responsible for outreach to other federal partners, organizations, groups, and the general public about the valuable contributions and changing needs of older Americans. Through communications and information sharing efforts, the agency strives to bring an understanding about older people by serving as a depository of benefits and services available to caregivers.
Federal and Other Resources for Senior Adults
Web Portal
Comprehensive Resource and Links for Consumer Protection; Education, Jobs and Volunteerism; Federal and State Agencies (Locators); Health and Housing; Laws and Regulations; Retirement and Money; Taxes; and, Travel and Leisure
Select Information on Aging-Specific Federal Agency Programs
Corporation for National and Community Service
Foster Grandparent, Senior Companion, RSVP Community Programs
Peace Corps
Older Applicants International Opportunities Volunteer Program
Social Security Administration
Social Security On-Line Complete Resource for Benefits and Programs
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Food and Nutrition Information Center
Nutrition and Food Stamps Information and Links to Other Valuable Federal and Private Resources
U. S. Congress
Special Senate Committee on Aging
Legislative Issues Summaries in the U. S. Senate
U. S. Department of Health and Human Services
Institute on Aging
Research, Scientific Resources, Grants and Training
U. S. Department of Education
Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services
Research and Support Programs for Youth and Adults with Disabilities and Special Needs
Office of Civil Rights
Age Discrimination Information and Technical Assistance
Office of Vocational and Adult Education
Resources and Information on Vocational and Adult Education Programs
U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Seniors Information
Housing Guidance and Assistance for Seniors including Related Services, Jobs, Assisted Living and other Information
White House Conference on Aging
December 2005 Conference Results
Status of Report and Recommendations to Congress and the President Due June 2006
Non-Profit Organizations (Partial Listing)
Alliance for Aging Research
Founded in 1986, the Alliance for Aging Research is an advocacy organization that promotes medical and behavioral research into the aging process.
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)
Founded in 1958, AARP is the leading nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people age 50 and over in the United States. AARP provides a broad range of services to this ever-growing segment of the population and hails over 35 million members.
American Bar Association - Commission on Law and Aging
The Commission on Law and Aging is a part of the American Bar Association and it is comprised of 15 experts in aging and the law. With Commission staff, they perform research on law-related aging issues, develop policy, and provide technical assistance, education and training on elders.
American Society on Aging
Founded in 1954, the American Society on Aging is an organization of professionals dedicated to educational programming that consists of training, publications and state-of-the art information in the field of aging.
National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a)
N4a is an advocacy and umbrella organization for the area agencies on aging (AAAs) and Title IV Native Americans aging programs in the United States. N4a represents the interests of local aging agencies to ensure needed resources and support services are available to older Americans.
National Association of State Units on Aging
Founded in 1964, the National Association of State Units on Aging (NASUA) is an organization that represents 56 officially designated state and territorial agencies on aging in the United States. NASUA advances social, health, and economic policies that meet the diverse needs of an aging population and their families.
National Council on Aging (NCOA)
Founded in 1950, NCOA is an organization that seeks to improve the health and independence of older persons and increase their continuing contributions to communities, society, and future generations.
The Gerontological Society of America
Established in 1945, The Gerontological Society of America promotes the scientific study of aging by encouraging exchanges amongst professionals in a variety of gerontology-related fields and fostering the use of gerontological research.
SCORE: Counselors to America’s Small Business
Formed in 1964, SCORE was established to help small business succeed and flourish. The organization provides advice and training to small business. SCORE’s volunteers are working or retired business owners, executives and corporate leaders with more than 600 business skills in their portfolio.
Senior Service America
Senior Service America evolved from the National Council of Senior Citizens that was first funded under Title V of the Older Americans Act of 1967 and through the U. S. Department of Labor. In 2002, the name Senior Service America was created and the organization continues with its mission of providing training and employment opportunities for older impoverished adults.
Email Shannon Menard, Policy Manager or call 202.986.1032 Ext: 217