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Healthy Aging Resources
by Ron Kurtus (updated 29 August 2023)
The following consists of websites and books on aging.
Topic list
- General Aging Issues
- Common Concerns
- Disabilities
- Moving
- Hearing Loss
- Nursing Home Issues
- Elder Abuse
- Sleep Issues
- Retirement Issues
- Finances
- Medicare
- End of life Issues
- Aging at Home
- Mental Health for Seniors
- Substance Abuse
- Books
Use these resources to help your understanding about aging issues.
General Aging Issues
Health for Seniors - USA.gov
22 Senior Health Risk Calculators for Healthy Aging
Boomer’s Roadmap for Aging in Place: Prepare for your Senior Years
What is Normal Aging? - WebMD
How Communities Can Prepare for Growing Aging Population - Baylor Univ.
What is Normal Aging? - From WebMD
Best Medical Alert Systems - From GizModo.com
Nutrition
Nutrition Guide For Seniors - From YorkTest.com
Exercise
Exercise and Physical Activity - From the National Institute on Aging
Research Shows Exercise Helps Older Adults - Baylor Univ.
Top books on Exercises for Seniors - Amazon.com
Using the Computer and Smart phones
A Senior’s Guide to Computer Basics - From Nursing Home Law Center
Senior’s Guide to Using Computers and Software
Guide To Online Shopping For Seniors - WikiBuy.com
Smart Tech for Seniors - Using digital items at home
Internet Safety Guide for Seniors - From SafetyDetectives.com
Safe Online Shopping for Seniors
Online Scams Targeting Seniors - Consumer-Champion.org
Internet Security Center - Information from Norton.com
Mobile Device Security for Seniors - From Verizon.com
Top books on Using Computers for Seniors - Amazon.com
Best Tablets for Seniors - Caring.com
Working
Self-Employment After 65 - RetireGuide.com
Best Jobs for Seniors - NovoResume.com
Best Jobs for Seniors - ResumeGiants.com
Common Concerns
Most Common Health Concerns for Seniors - EverydayHealth.com
A Senior’s Guide to Healthy Eating - NiftyBenefits.com
14 Ways to Help Seniors Avoid Isolation
Safety for Seniors at Home - Tips on home safety
Seniors Lifestyles Directory - Listing of senior housing areas
Senior Safe Driving Guide - TrafficSafetyStore.com
Seniors' Guide to Medication Management - SingleCare.com
Safety for the Elderly - Basic tips
Dental Care
Dental Care Tips for Caregivers
Dental Care for Seniors - Dentimax.com
Disabilities
What drivers with disabilities need to know about Electric Cars
Keeping Disabled Seniors Safe While Remodeling
Tips for Disabled Seniors to Declutter and Organize their Home
Moving
Moving Tips for Seniors with Disabilities - LifeStorage.com
Moving Advice for Seniors with Disabilities
Senior Citizen's Guide to Moving - From HireaHelper.com
Donation Pick Up or Drop Off Options - LifeStorage.com
Moving for Seniors - Neighbor.com
Hearing Loss
Signs of Hearing Loss - HearStore.com
Hearing Aid Buying Guide - TheSeniorList.com
Hearing Aids - National Institute on Deafness
Age-Related Hearing Loss - Institute of Deafness - NIH.gov
Age-Related Hearing Loss - Genetics Home Reference - NIH.gov
Age-Related Hearing Loss (Presbycusis) - John Hopkins Medicine
Hearing Loss for Older Adults - National Institute on Aging
Best Hearing Aids of 2023 - AgingInPlace.org
Leading Types of Hearing Aids for Seniors - OurParents.com
Nursing Home Issues
Elder Abuse
Nursing Home Abuse Center - Information about possible abuse
Guide to Preventing Elder Abuse - From Maryville Univ.
Elder Abuse Attorneys - in California
Risk of Nursing Homes Abuse - From NursingHomesAbuse.org
Sleep Issues
Mattresses and Sleep Issues for Seniors
How Sleep Changes When You Age - Information on sleep habits
Better Sleep for Seniors Guide - From Mattress1000.com
Guide To Better Sleep For Seniors - From SleepersNest.com
Retirement Issues
Retirement Planning Guide for Seniors
Retirement Calculators and Resources - From IndyFin.com
How Long Will My Retirement Savings Last? (calculator)
Retirement Statistics for 2023 - RetireGuide.com
Finances
Keeping Your Home if Disabled - HouseHoldQuotes UK
Financial Planning for Seniors with Special Needs
Financial Help & Benefits for Widows - TheCreditReview.com
Aging With Economic Insecurity - From MSW@USC, the online Master of Social Work program at the University of Southern California.
Grants for Seniors - Information on financial help for seniors.
Free legal services for seniors - MyCaringPlan.com
Financial Assistance Programs for Seniors - MyCaringPlan.com
Costs
Independent Living vs Assisted Living
Assisted Living Costs - Average Costs by State
Aging in Place Home Loan Modification Programs
Senior Discounts - From SeniorAlertsSystemsReviews.com
Guide to Using a Personal Loan to Pay for Long-term Care
Affordable Health Insurance in your state
Fraud Prevention
Elder Fraud Prevention - Good illustrations
Medicare
How Does Medicare Work When You Turn 65?
How to Make Medicare Work for You
Medicare Advantage vs Medicare Supplement Plans
Understanding Medicare Savings Programs
Medicare Savings Options - From MedicareInsuranceAZ.com
How Medicare Works When Living Abroad - RetireGuide.com
End of life Issues
How to Talk about End of Life Planning with Your Family
What To Do After A Loved One Passes Away - Neptune Society checklist
End-of-Life Planning for Families and Seniors
End-of-Life Planning - Infographic from Bradley Univ.
Planning an Accessible Funeral Service - LiveControl.io
Aging at Home
Seniors Guide to Growing Old in Your Own Home - from Joey
Senior-Friendly Home Remodeling
Top 10 Cities for Technology-Assisted Living
Housing Tips and Advice - National Aging in Place Council
Aging at Home: Common Problems and Solutions
Legal Resources for Seniors with Special Needs
"Granny Pod" Guide for Senior Living
Home Modifications & Accommodations for Seniors
Gardening Resources for Seniors - From Insteading.com
Guide to Downsizing and Decluttering - From KeensBuildings.com
How to plan for aging solo as a childless adult - MyCaringPlan.com
Senior Housing Guide: A Guide to Aging in Place and Deciding When to Transition to Assisted Living
Home Safety
Designing an Accessible Backyard
Home Security: Keeping Seniors Safe at Home
Home Safety Strategies for Seniors
Make Your Home Safe for Aging in Place - From HouseMethod.com
Home Accommodations for Seniors with Special Needs
Home Improvement Resources for Elderly & Disabled
Senior’s Guide to Protecting Your Home from Coronavirus
Disaster Planning and Recovery for Seniors
Walk-in Tubs Guide - Taking safe baths
Fire Preparedness: Guide For Individuals With Disabilities
Best Walk-In Tubs - From AginginPlace.org
Home Safety for Older Adults: Comprehensive guide From ncoa.org
Home Modifications
Home Modifications for Older Adults
Home Modifications for Seniors With Disabilities - LightAndCozy.com
Fall Prevention
The 5 Biggest Causes of Seniors Falling
Preventing Falls at Home - PDF file
Fall Prevention Tips for Seniors - A Home Design Guide
Home Modifications to Prevent Seniors From Falling
Fall Prevention - From National Council on Aging
Helping Prevent Falls in the Home
Fall Prevention and Management - Dequesne Univ. School of Nursing
A Fall-Proof Guide For Landlords and Tenants - TurboTenant.com
Fall Prevention Guide - From AginginPlace.org
DIY Home Modifications for Senior Fall Prevention
Mental Health for Seniors
Managing Your Anxiety Through Yoga Therapy
Mental Health Challenges for Aging Americans - Georgetown Univ.-Nursing
Hallucinations in the Elderly - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
How Diet and Mental Health Are Linked - Rider University
Depression
Elderly Depression and Care for the Elderly
Depression is Not a Normal Part of Growing Older - CDC.GOV
Depression Treatment - Therapy, Medication and Lifestyle Changes
Depression is Not a Normal Part of Growing Older - CDC.GOV
Overcoming Holiday Depression for the Elderly
Elderly Depression and Care for the Elderly
Depression - Older Adults - NIH.GOV
Alzheimer's
10 Early Signs & Symptoms of Alzheimer’s
Caregiver's Guide for Cooking with Alzheimer's
Make Home Safer For A Loved One With Alzheimer’s - HomeSecurityList.com
Arts and Crafts for People with Alzheimer’s
Financial Planning for Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's and Gum Disease - From NewMouth.com
Dementia
Alzheimer's / Dementia News - Articles from Medical News Today
Alzheimer’s and Dementia: Financial and Legal Planning
Canine Caregivers for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Patients
Companion Animals
Pets for the Elderly Foundation
Guide to Pet Ownership for Seniors - From APlaceforMom.com
Substance Abuse
Substance Abuse Among Seniors - AddictionResource.com
Addiction Prevention Guide for Seniors
Seniors and Addictions - DrugRehab.com
Treatment and Rehab
Inpatient Recovery Centers for Seniors - Recovery.org
Finding the Best Addiction Rehab for Older Adults - Rehab.org
Rehab Spot - Information on addictions and rehab
Books
Top-rated books on Healthy Aging
The Virtues of Aging by Jimmy Carter (1998)
A Full Life: Reflections at Ninety by Jimmy Carter (2015)
Miscellaneous
Summary
You can use these resources to find out information on aging issues, before you see a doctor.
Age gracefully
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