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ELDERLY AGING GERONTOLOGY GERIATRIC: ORGANIZATIONS : DIRECTORIES: ORGANIZATIONS : UNITED STATES: GOVERNMENT: SOCIAL WORK: ORGANIZATIONS : PUBLIC HEALTH: ORGANIZATIONS : KINESIOLOGY: ORGANIZATIONS: Health and Aging Organizations Online Directory Health and Aging Organizations Online Directory U.S. NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH National Institute on Aging http://www.nia.nih.gov/HealthInformation/ResourceDirectory.htm View All Organizations http://www.nia.nih.gov/nia.nih.gov/templates/common/printdisplay.aspx To find local aging and community-based organizations, visit the Administration on Aging's Eldercare Locator Web site, http://www.eldercare.gov Content Sample: Organizations Beginning with the Letter A The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety Address: 607 14th Street, NW, Suite 201 Washington DC 20005 Telephone: 202-638-5944 Fax: 202-638-5943 Web: http://www.seniordrivers.org The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety is a nonprofit educational and research organization funding research projects designed to discover the causes of traffic crashes, prevent them, and minimize injuries when they do occur. AAA has used this research to develop educational materials for older drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and other road users. AARP Address: 601 E Street, NW Washington DC 20049 Telephone: 1-888-OUR-AARP (687-2277) (toll-free) Fax: Web: http://www.aarp.org/ AARP is a nonprofit organization that advocates for older Americans' health, rights, and life choices. Local chapters provide information and services on crime prevention, consumer protection, and income tax preparation. Members can join group health, auto, life, and home insurance programs, investment plans, or a discount mail-order pharmacy service. The AgeLine database, available on CD-ROM, contains extensive resources on issues of concern to older people. Publications are available on housing, health, exercise, retirement planning, money management, leisure, and travel. ABILITY Awareness Address: 1440 E. 1st St., Suite 107 Santa Ana CA 92701 Telephone: (714) 277-4330 Fax: (714) 277-3743 Web: http://www.ABILITYAwareness.org <http://www.abilityawareness.org/> http://www.ABILITYMagazine.com <http://www.abilitymagazine.com/> ABILITY Awareness is a non-profit corporation committed to demonstrating the potential of people with disabilities or health conditions as volunteers, mentors and employees. ABILITY Build is ABILITY Awareness hallmark program, partnering with local nonprofit building organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and the Fuller Center for Housing. Other programs include the Veterans with Disabilities Initiative, the College Students with Disabilities Initiative, and www.AbilityJobs.com<http://www.abilityjobs.com/>, an online resume bank for individuals with disabilities. Administration on Aging (AoA) Address: Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Washington DC 20201 Telephone: Public Inquiries: 202-619-0724 Eldercare Locator: 1-800-677-1116 (toll-free) Fax: 202-357-3555 Web: http://www.aoa.gov/ Working in close partnership with its sister agencies in DHHS, the AoA is the Federal agency dedicated to policy development, planning and the delivery of supportive home-and community-based services to older persons and their caregivers. The AoA works through the national aging network of State and Area Agencies on Aging, Tribal and Native organizations, and thousands of service providers, adult care centers, caregivers, and volunteers. Related State Resources: State Agencies on Aging Ageless Design Address: 3197 Trout Place Road Cumming, GA 30041 Telephone: 1-800-752-3238 (toll-free) Fax: Web: http://www.agelessdesign.com Ageless Design offers consultation services, architectural design review, books, articles, brochures, pamphlets, and audiotapes for those caring for someone with Alzheimers disease. Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ) Address: Office of Communications & Knowledge Transfer, 540 Gaither Rd., Suite 2000, Rockville MD 20850 Telephone: 1-800-358-9295 (toll-free) 301-427-1364 Fax: Web: http://www.ahrq.gov/ http://healthcare411.ahrq.gov/default.aspx AHRQ, part of the Federal Government, provides an information clearinghouse service that distributes Evidence-Based Summaries and Reports, Clinical Practice Guidelines, and other medical statistics and information. Call to order copies of guidelines on topics such as cardiac rehabilitation, treatment of pressure sores, or other publications on elder and long-term health care, health insurance, and minority health data. Visit the website to download Clinical Practice Guidelines on topics such as urinary incontinence, screening for Alzheimer's disease, and post-stroke rehabilitation. Healthcare 411 is a new series from AHRQ, providing weekly audio and video programs that feature AHRQs latest research findings as news and informational stories on current health care topics. These podcasts can be downloaded, via a free subscription for either consumers or clinicians, to a mobile media player or computer. AIDS Community Research Initiative of America (ACRIA) Center on HIV and Aging Address: 230 West 38th Street, 17th Floor New York NY 10018 Telephone: (212) 924-3934 Fax: (212) 924-3936 Web: http://www.acria.org/center/introduction ACRIAs Center on HIV & Aging investigates, defines, and seeks to address the unique needs and challenges that older adults of diverse populations living with HIV face as they age, through research, education, and advocacy. ACRIA's primary service outside of New York is a National Technical Assistance initiative aimed at training other community-based organizations how to also provide comprehensive, culturally and linguistically appropriate information on HIV healthcare issues. AIDSinfo Address: PO Box 6303 Rockville MD 20849-6303 Telephone: 1-800-HIV-0440 (448-0440) - (English, Spanish, Portuguese) Fax: 301-315-2818 Web: http://www.aidsinfo.nih.gov ATIS, sponsored by the Federal Government, provides current treatment information on HIV and AIDS as well as answering HIV/AIDS related questions. Referrals to national, State, and local organizations are provided. All Information is free and confidential. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Address: A.A. World Services, Inc. New York NY 10163 Telephone: 212-870-3400 Fax: Web: http://www.aa.org Alcoholics Anonymous is a nonprofit organization serving men and women who focus their efforts on helping themselves recover from alcoholism. AAs primary purpose is to help members stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. Alliance for Aging Research Address: 2021 K Street, NW, Suite 305 Washington DC 20006 Telephone: 202-293-2856 Fax: 202-785-8574 Web: http://www.agingresearch.org/ The Alliance is a national, citizen advocacy organization offering free publications including Investing in Older Women's Health, Meeting the Medical Needs of the Senior Boom, Delaying the Diseases of Aging, and other aging- related subjects such as menopause, how to age with ease, and health care options under Medicare. Alzheimer's Association Address: 225 N. Michigan Avenue, Floor 17 Chicago IL 60601-7633 Telephone: 1-800-272-3900 (toll-free) 312-335-8700 Fax: 1-866-699-1246 Web: http://www.alz.org/ The Association is a nonprofit organization offering information and support services to people with Alzheimer's disease (AD) and their families. Contact the 24-hour, toll-free telephone line to link with local chapters and community resources. The Association funds research to find a cure for AD and provides information on caregiving. A free catalog of educational publications is available in English and Spanish. Alzheimers Disease Cooperative Study Address: University of California, San Diego La Jolla CA 92093-0949 Telephone: 858-622-5880 Fax: Web: http://adcs.ucsd.edu The Alzheimers Disease Cooperative Study (ADCS) is a cooperative agreement between the NIA and the University of California, San Diego, to advance research in the development of drugs to treat AD. The ADCS is a consortium of medical research centers and clinics working to develop clinical trails of medicines to treat behavioral symptoms of AD, improve cognition, slow the rate of decline of AD, delay the onset of AD, or prevent the disease altogether. The ADCS also develops new and more reliable ways to evaluate patients enrolled in clinical trials. Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center Address: PO Box 8250 Silver Spring MD 20907-8250 Telephone: 1-800-438-4380 (toll-free) (English, Spanish) 301-495-3311 Fax: 301-495-3334 Web: http://www.nia.nih.gov/Alzheimers The ADEAR Center, funded by the National Institute on Aging, distributes information about Alzheimer's disease (AD) to health professionals, patients and their families, and the public. Contact the Center for information about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of AD; recent research; and referrals to State and other national services. On its website, the Center offers searchable publications and databases, including the AD Clinical Trials Database of studies accepting volunteers. Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) Address: 322 Eighth Avenue, 7th Floor New York NY 10001 Telephone: 866-AFA-8484 (232-8484) (toll-free) Fax: 646-638-1546 Web: http://www.alzfdn.org The AFA is a non-profit foundation comprised of member and associate member organizations across the United States dedicated to providing care to individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease and related illnesses. The Foundation's goal is to meet the educational, social, practical and emotional needs of individuals with the disease and their families and caregivers through its nationwide hotline, support groups, conferences and other hands-on services. Contact AFA's toll-free number to receive a referral to an appropriate community medical and/or support service. America's Health Insurance Plans Address: 601 Pennsylvania Ave., NW South building, Suite 500 Washington DC 20004 Telephone: 202-778-3200 Fax: 202-331-7487 Web: http://www.hiaa.org/ AHIP is a trade association representing the interests of the privately-insured health care system. Contact AHIP for insurance information on health, long-term care, dental, disability, and supplemental coverage. AHIP also provides information and publications on health care issues, including continuation of group health benefits, major medical, and Medicare supplements. American Academy of Audiology Address: 11730 Plaza America Drive, Suite 300 Reston VA 20190 Telephone: 800-AAA-2336 (800-222-2336); 703-790-8466 Fax: 703-790-8631 Web: http://www.audiology.org/ The American Academy of Audiology is the professional organization of audiologists. The AAA promotes quality hearing and balance care by advancing the profession of audiology through leadership, advocacy, education, public awareness, and support of research. Visit the website to find an audiologist or to view consumer guides on a variety of issues affecting hearing and hearing health. American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Address: PO Box 4014 Schaumburg IL 60168-4014 Telephone: 886-503-SKIN (7546) (toll-free) 847-240-1280 (International) Fax: 847-240-1859 Web: http://www.aad.org/ AAD, an association of doctors specializing in dermatology, provides pamphlets and general information about skin cancers, contact allergies (like poison ivy), shingles (herpes zoster), and other skin conditions. Audio-cassettes, news releases, and public service announcements on dermatology topics also are available. Contact AAD for referrals to certified dermatologists. American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) Address: P.O. Box 11210 Shawnee Mission, KS 66207-1210 Telephone: 1-800-274-2237 (toll-free); 913-906-6000 Fax: 913-906-6075 Web: http://www.aafp.org/ AAFP, a national association of doctors in family practice, offers referrals to certified doctors via its website at www.aafp.org. Education and information on health care and disease prevention, as well as fact sheets on specific diseases, questions and answers about common health issues, self-care flow charts, and databases on drugs and drug reactions are available through the Academy's website at familydoctor.org. American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM) Address: 4700 W. Lake Ave. Glenview IL 60025 Telephone: 847/375-4712 Fax: 847/375-6475 Web: http://www.aahpm.org http://www.palliativedoctors.org The mission of AAHPM is to expand access of patients and families to high quality palliative care, and advance the discipline of Hospice and Palliative Medicine, through professional education and training, development of a specialist workforce, support for clinical practice standards, research and public policy. PalliativeDoctors.org was developed by AAHPM to reach out directly to patients and their families who might benefit from this specialized medical care. American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Address: 1080 Montreal Avenue St. Paul MN 55116 Telephone: 1-800-879-1960 (toll free); 651-695-2717 Fax: 651-695-2791 Web: http://www.aan.com/ The Academy is an association of doctors specializing in disorders of the brain and central nervous system. Contact AAN for information about neurology. Visit the Academy's website for referrals to accredited neurologists. Publications include the AAN's Patient Information Guide on neurological disorders and treatment. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) Address: PO Box 7424 San Francisco CA 94120-7424 Telephone: 1-800-222-3937 (toll-free) 415-561-8500 Fax: 415-561-8533 Web: http://www.aao.org AAO is an association of doctors specializing in eye diseases. The Academy's Eye Care America helpline provides information and publications and connects eligible older people with ophthalmologists who provide free eye care in their community. US citizens qualify for free care at age 65 if they have no health insurance and have not seen an eye doctor for at least 3 years. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Address: 6300 North River Road Rosemont, IL 60018-4262 Telephone: 847-823-7186 (toll free) 800-346-AAOS Fax: 847-823-8125 Web: http://www.aaos.org/ AAOS is a nonprofit organization of doctors specializing in bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Contact AAOS for information on orthopaedic medicine including arthritis, osteoporosis, artificial joints, and prevention of hip fractures. Publications on orthopaedic medicine, many specifically for older people, are available. American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Inc. (AAO) Address: 1650 Diagonal Road, Alexandria VA 22314 Telephone: 703-836-4444 Fax: 703-683-5100 Web: http://www.entnet.org/ The Academy is an organization of doctors specializing in ear, nose, and throat problems and diseases of the head and neck. Contact AAO for referrals to specialists and publications on topics such as cosmetic facial surgery, head and neck tumors, treatments for certain types of hearing loss, and balance disorders. American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPMR) Address: 970 West Bryn Mawr Avenue., Suite 200, Rosemont IL 60018-5701 Telephone: 847-737-6000 Fax: 847-737-6001 Web: http://www.aapmr.org/ The Academy is an organization of physicians who are specialists in the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation. Contact AAPMR for referrals to physiatrists or for information and publications about rehabilitation medicine. American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry (AAGP) Address: 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 1050, Bethesda MD 20814-3004 Telephone: 301-654-7850 Fax: 301-654-4137 Web: http://www.aagpgpa.org/ The Association works to improve the mental health and well-being of older people. Contact AAGP for information on geriatric psychiatry and to receive referrals to specialists. Available publications include Growing Older, Growing Wiser: Coping with Expectations, Challenges and Changes in Later Years, and brochures on topics such as Alzheimer's disease, depression, and the role of the geriatric psychiatrist. Some consumer publications are free. American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) Address: 112 South Alfred St., Alexandria VA 22314 Telephone: 703-838-9808 Fax: 703-838-9805 Web: http://www.aamft.org/ AAMFT is a professional association of qualified marriage and family therapists. The Association provides referrals to marriage and family therapists and offers publications on topics including divorce, depression, and sexual problems. American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) Address: 401 North Michigan Ave., Suite 2200, Chicago IL 60611 Telephone: 312-321-5146 Fax: 312-673-6924 Web: http://www.aacvpr.org/ AACPR is an organization of certified heart, lung, and blood specialists that provides information on diagnosis, treatment, and disease prevention. Information and publications are available on consumer guidelines for cardiac rehabilitation and purchasing fitness equipment. American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) Address: 101 Columbia Aliso Viejo CA 92656-4109 Telephone: 1-800-899-AACN (2226) (toll-free); 1-800-809-CARE (2273) (toll free - AACN operator) Fax: 949-362-2020 Web: http://www.aacn.org/ AACN is a nonprofit professional association dedicated to meeting the needs of its members who care for acutely and critically ill patients and their families. The Association provides practice and educational resources as well as professional support for its members. Contact AACN for publications and audiovisual materials on critical care. American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (AAHSA) Address: 2519 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington DC 20008-1520 Telephone: 202-783-2242 Fax: 202-783-2255 Web: http://www.aahsa.org/ AAHSA is a national, nonprofit organization providing older people with services and information on housing, health care, and community involvement. Visit the AAHSA website for information for seniors and caregivers. American Bar Association (ABA) Address: American Bar Association Commission on Law and Aging; 740 15th Street, NW, Washington DC 20005-1022 Telephone: 202-662-8690 Fax: 202-662-8698 Web: http://www.abanet.org/aging The Commission examines and responds to law-related needs of older people. It makes referrals and maintains a listing of legal aid offices where older people can get free or low-cost legal assistance. The Commission's website lists available publications and videos. American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA) Address: 2720 River Road Des Plaines IL 60018 Telephone: 1-800-886-2282 (toll-free); 847-827-9910 (Patient Line) Fax: 847-827-9918 Web: http://www.abta.org/ ABTA is a nonprofit organization, offering free social work consultations, a nationwide database of established support groups, mentorship for people who want to start a support group, a resource listing of specialist physicians, and referrals to organizations providing services for brain tumor patients. Publications on brain tumors, treatment, and coping with disease are available. American Cancer Society (ACS) Address: Check the ACS website for your local office's address. Telephone: 1-800-ACS-2345 (227-2345) (toll-free) Fax: Web: http://www.cancer.org/ ACS is a national, community-based volunteer health organization, providing information on cancer and its prevention. The Society sponsors a variety of programs such as Man to Man (education and support for men with prostate cancer) and workshops such as Taking Charge of Money Matters which addresses financial concerns arising from cancer treatment. Local ACS offices sponsor services for cancer patients and their families, including self-help groups, transportation programs, and limited financial aid. Contact the ACS for free publications. Spanish language resources are available. American Chiropractic Association (ACA) Address: 1701 Clarendon Boulevard Arlington VA 22209 Telephone: 1-800-986-4636 (toll-free) 703-276-8800 Fax: 703-243-2593 Web: http://www.amerchiro.org/ ACA is a professional organization of chiropractors. It offers educational programs on spinal problems, posture, physical fitness, and occupational safety. Contact the ACA to buy publications and materials on spinal health and safety. Visit the website to find a chiropractor. American Chronic Pain Association Address: P.O. Box 850 Rocklin CA 95677 Telephone: 1-800-533-3231 (toll-free) Fax: 916-632-3208 Web: http://www.theacpa.org The American Chronic Pain Association offers support and education for individuals with chronic pain and their families. American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons Address: 8725 West Higgins Rd. Ste. 555 Chicago IL 60631-2724 Telephone: 800-421-2237 (toll-free); 773-693-9300 Fax: 773-693-9304 Web: http://www.footphysicians.com http://www.acfas.org/ The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons is a professional society of more than 6,000 foot and ankle surgeons. Founded in 1942, the Colleges mission is to promote research and provide continuing education for the foot and ankle surgical specialty, and to educate the general public on foot health and conditions of the foot and ankle through its consumer Web site, FootPhysicians.com American College of Health Care Administrators Address: 1321 Duke St, Suite 400 Alexandria VA 22314 Telephone: 202-536-5120 Fax: 888-874-1585 Web: http://www.achca.org ACHCA is a professional society for administrators in long-term care. It offers educational programming, career development opportunities, and certification. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Address: 409 12th Street, SW ; PO Box 96920 Washington DC 20090-6920 Telephone: 202-638-5577 Fax: Web: http://www.acog.org/ ACOG is a professional society of doctors specializing in women's health care. Contact ACOG for referrals. For free pamphlets on osteoporosis, menopause, and hormone replacement therapy, send an e-mail to resources@xxxxxxxx with the topic name of the information desired, and the mailing address for the location where information should be sent. American College of Physicians (ACP) Address: 190 North Independence Mall West Philadelphia PA 19106-1572 Telephone: 1-800-523-1546 (toll-free) Ext. 2600; 215-351-2600 Fax: Web: http://www.acponline.org/ ACP is the nation's largest medical specialty society. Members of ACP specialize in a variety of areas such as in internal medicine, cardiology, infectious diseases, rheumatology, gastroenterology, and oncology. Contact the ACP for referrals. ACP produces Healthscope, a film series on public health. American College of Rheumatology Association of Rheumatology Health Professionals Address: 2200 Lake Boulevard NE Atlanta GA 30319 Telephone: 404-633-3777 Fax: 404-633-1870 Web: http://www.rheumatology.org The ACR is an organization for physicians, health professionals, and scientists that advances rheumatology through continuing education, research, advocacy, and practice support. Health education materials are available online. American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Address: 401 West Michigan Street, PO Box 1440, Indianapolis IN 46206-1440 Telephone: 317-637-9200 Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (ET) Fax: 317-634-7817 Web: http://www.acsm.org/ ACSM is a scientific and medical association of health professionals interested in exercise. It offers training and certification. ACSM's Active Aging Partnership, focuses on education, research, and improving practice for those committed to working with older adults. For free information on exercise for older people, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope. American College of Surgeons (ACS) Address: 633 North Saint Clair Street Chicago IL 60611-3211 Telephone: 312-202-5000 Toll Free: 1-800-621-4111 Fax: 312-202-5001 Web: http://www.facs.org/ ACS is a national organization offering educational materials and information about qualified surgeons and surgical treatments for many illnesses and injuries. Contact ACS to locate board-certified surgeons. Public education materials are available on frequently performed types of surgery. American Council of the Blind (ACB) Address: 2200 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 650 Arlington VA 22201 Telephone: 1-800-424-8666 (toll-free) 202-467-5081 Fax: 703-465-5085 Web: http://www.acb.org/ ACB is a national organization that advocates for blind and visually impaired people. It provides educational programs, health care services, information about Social Security benefits for visually impaired people, vocational training, and other health and social services. Toll-free information, referrals, and free educational materials are available. American Counseling Association (ACA) Address: 5999 Stevenson Avenue, Alexandria VA 22304 Telephone: 1-800-347-6647 (toll-free) Fax: 703-823-0252 800-473-2329 Web: http://www.counseling.org/ ACA offers information to older people on adult psychological development and aging. A catalog of publications and videos is available. American Dental Association (ADA) Address: 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago IL 60611-2678 Telephone: 312-440-2500 Ext: 2593 Fax: Web: http://www.ada.org/ ADA is a professional organization that conducts dental research and evaluates findings from dental science for the public. State and local ADA chapters provide referrals to dentists. Publications are available on subjects such as tooth decay, dentures, smoking, diet, and mouth care. Online publications cover topics such as gum disease, finding a dentist, and resolving disputes over treatment. American Diabetes Association (ADA) Address: 1701 North Beauregard Street Alexandria VA 22311 Telephone: 1-800-DIABETES (342-2383) (toll-free) Fax: Web: http://www.diabetes.org/ ADA provides information and educational materials on preventing, treating, and living with diabetes. The Association has specific outreach programs for minority communities including the Diabetes Assistance and Resources Program, providing information in English and Spanish to the Hispanic community, the African American Program, and Awakening the Spirit, which disseminates diabetes to the Native American community. Local ADA chapters offer support and referrals to community agencies and services. American Dietetic Association (ADA) Address: 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000 Chicago IL 60606-6995 Telephone: 1-800-877-1600 (toll-free) Fax: Web: http://www.eatright.org/ ADA is a professional society of registered dieticians and other dietetic professionals who provide nutrition information, education, counseling, and care. One of ADA's professional practice groups focuses on the special needs of older people and offers nutrition counseling and indirect assistance through State and local meal programs. Call ADA to locate a registered dietician. American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR) Address: 55 West 39th Street, 16th Floor New York NY 10018 Telephone: 212-703-9977; 1-888-582-2327 (toll-free) Fax: 212-997-0330 Web: http://www.afar.org http://www.infoaging.org/ AFAR is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting basic aging research. AFAR funds a wide variety of cutting-edge research on the aging process and age- related diseases. Visit the website for a list of free publications. American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) Address: 2 Penn Plaza, Suite 1102 New York NY 10121 Telephone: 1-800-AFB-LINE (232-5463) (toll-free); 212-502-7600 Fax: 818-545-8331 Web: http://www.afb.org A national, nonprofit organization, AFB, through its Senior Site, provides tips and solutions for older people with vision loss and their family members. Additional services provided by AFB for all ages include: Career Connect, a free service with information and mentoring for job seekers with vision loss; AccessWorld, a free online magazine, offers reviews of the newest technologies and products available to help people with vision loss; and the AFB Directory of Services. Books, pamphlets, videos, and periodicals about blindness are also available. American Geriatric Society Foundation for Health in Aging Address: The Empire State Building New York NY 10118 Telephone: 1-800-563-4916 (toll-free) or 212-755-6810 Fax: 212-832-8646 Web: http://www.healthinaging.org The AGS Foundation for Health in Aging (FHA) is a national nonprofit organization established in 1999 by The American Geriatrics Society. The AGS aims to build a bridge between the research and practice of geriatrics and the public, and to help older adults with health care needs. American Geriatrics Society Foundation for Health in Aging Address: The Empire State Building; 350 Fifth Avenue, Suite 801, New York NY 10118 Telephone: 212-755-6810 Toll Free: 1-800-5634916 Fax: 212-832-8646 Web: http://www.healthinaging.org/ AGS is a nonprofit organization of physicians and health care professionals supporting the study of geriatrics. Contact AGS for information on geriatrics, long-term care, acute and chronic illnesses, rehabilitation, and nursing home care. Publications include the AGS Complete Guide to Aging and Health and the AGS Medical Reference Guide. American Health Assistance Foundation (AHAF) Address: 22512 Gateway Center Drive, Clarksburg MD 20871 Telephone: 1-800-437-AHAF (437-2423) (toll-free); 301-948-3244 Fax: 301-258-9454 Web: http://www.ahaf.org/alzheimers The American Health Assistance Foundation (AHAF) is a non-profit organization that funds research on Alzheimer's disease, age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma, and provides the public with information about risk factors, preventive lifestyles, available treatments, and coping strategies. American Health Care Association (AHCA) Address: 1201 L Street, NW, Washington DC 20005 Telephone: 202-842-4444 Fax: 202-842-3860 Web: http://www.ahca.org/ AHCA is an organization representing the interests of nursing homes, assisted living centers, and subacute care facilities. Publications are available about nursing homes, guardianship, assisted living, financing, and long-term care services. American Heart Association (AHA) Address: National Center, 7272 Greenville Avenue Dallas TX 75231 Telephone: 1-800-AHA-USA1 (242-8721) (toll-free); 1-888-4-STROKE (478-7653) (toll-free for the American Stroke Association). Fax: 214-570-5930 Web: http://www.americanheart.org/ AHA is a nonprofit organization funding research and providing information on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of heart diseases and stroke. Contact AHA for its cookbooks, guide to heart attack treatment, and guide to fitness. American Horticultural Therapy Association (AHTA) Address: 150 South Warner Road, Suite 156 King of Prussia PA 19406 Telephone: Local: 484-654-0357 (AHTA) Fax: 610-225-2364 Web: http://www.ahta.org/ AHTA is a nonprofit, membership organization that promotes and advances horticultural therapy as a therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation option. The Association provides information related to the principles and practices of horticultural therapy. American Hospital Association (AHA) Address: 155 N. Wacker Dr., Chicago IL 60606-3421 Telephone: 312-422-3000 Fax: 312-422-4591 Web: http://www.hospitalconnect.com AHA is a national nonprofit association representing all types of hospitals and health care networks, as well as patients and families. AHA provides education for health care leaders and information on health care issues and trends. American Liver Foundation Address: 75 Maiden Lane, Suite 603 New York NY 10038 Telephone: 1-800-GO-LIVER (465-4837, toll-free) or 1-888-4HEP-USA (443-7872, toll-free) 212-668-1000 Fax: 212-483-8179 Web: http://www.liverfoundation.org The American Liver Foundation is a nonprofit organization with information on liver-related diseases, including hepatitis. American Lung Association (ALA) Address: 1301 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Suite 800 Washington DC 20004 Telephone: 1-800-LUNG-USA (586-4872) (toll-free) 212-315-8700 (national headquaters) 1-800-548-8252 (to speak to a lung health professional) Fax: Web: http://www.lungusa.org/ ALA is dedicated to the prevention, cure, and control of lung diseases such as asthma, emphysema, tuberculosis, and lung cancer. The Association offers community service, public health education, advocacy, and research. American Medical Association (AMA) Address: 515 North State Street, Chicago IL 60610 Telephone: 1-800-621-8335 (toll-free) Fax: Web: http://www.ama-assn.org/ AMA is an organization of licensed doctors that distributes scientific information on health and sets standards on medical law and practice. Local AMA associations can provide referrals to qualified doctors. AMA publishes the Journal of the American Medical Association, other subscription medical journals, and books for sale, including an encyclopedia of medicine. American Medical Directors Association (AMDA) Address: 11000 Broken Land Parkway, Suite 400 Columbia MD 21044 Telephone: 1-800-876-2632 (toll free); 410-740-9743 Fax: 410-740-4572 Web: http://www.amda.com/ AMDA is a national professional association representing doctors who care for older people in a variety of long- term care settings, including nursing facilities, hospice, home care, continuing care retirement communities, and assisted living. The Association provides education, advocacy, information, and professional development for long-term care professionals. AMDA has information on health care policy, regulations, and clinical practice guidelines. American Menopause Foundation (AMF) Address: National Headquarters, 866 United Nations Plaza, Suite 508 New York NY 10017 Telephone: 212-714-2398 Fax: Web: http://www.americanmenopause.org/ The Foundation is a nonprofit health organization providing support and assistance on all issues concerning menopause. AMF has information on scientific research and coordinates a network of volunteer support groups for women. American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) Address: 8455 Colesville Road, Suite 1000, Silver Spring MD 20910 Telephone: 301-589-3300 Fax: 301-589-5175 Web: http://www.musictherapy.org/ AMTA is a nonprofit organization that advocates, promotes, and provides resources and information on the uses and benefits of music therapy. Contact AMTA for referrals as well as for publications and audiovisual materials. American Nurses Association (ANA) Address: 8515 Georgia Ave., Suite 400 Silver Spring MD 20910-3492 Telephone: 1-800-274-4ANA (4262) (toll-free); 301-628-5000 Fax: 301-628-5001 Web: http://www.nursingworld.org/ ANA, a national association of registered nurses, serves as an advocate for nursing practitioners as well as sponsors research and continuing education. Contact the Association for Facts About Nursing and other publications. ANA sets standards for the practice of gerontological nursing. American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA) Address: 4720 Montgomery Lane, Bethesda MD 20824-1220 Telephone: 301-652-2682 Fax: 301-652-7711 Web: http://www.aota.org/ AOTA offers information on the role of occupational therapy in promoting functional independence, preventing disability, and maintaining health. Contact AOTA for referrals to local practitioners and therapy programs. The Association publishes two periodicals, OT Practice and the American Journal of Occupational Therapy, as well as many books for educators. American Optometric Association (AOA) Address: 243 North Lindbergh Boulevard St. Louis MO 63141 Telephone: 1-800-365-2219 (toll-free) 314-991-4100 Fax: 314-991-4101 Web: http://www.aoanet.org/ AOA, a national organization of optometrists, evaluates ophthalmic products and sponsors continuing education programs. It offers VISION USA, a free eye-care program for uninsured or low-income older people and their families. Contact AOA for referrals to certified optometrists and for publications such as Driving Tips for Older Adults, Contact Lenses After 40, and fact sheets on floaters, macular degeneration, and glaucoma. American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society Address: 6300 North River Rd., Suite 510 Rosemont IL 60018 Telephone: 1-800-235-4855 (toll free) 847-698-4654 Fax: 847-692-3315 Web: http://www.aofas.org The American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society is a medical specialty society whose members are orthopaedic surgeons specializing in surgical and medical treatment of injuries, diseases, and other conditions of the foot and ankle. American Osteopathic Association Address: 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago IL 60611 Telephone: 1-800-621-1773 (toll-free) 312-202-8000 Fax: 312-202-8200 Web: http://www.osteopathic.org http://www.DC-online.org <http://www.dc-online.org/> The American Osteopathic Association represents osteopathic physicians (D.O.'s, doctors of osteopathic medicine), promotes public health, encourages scientific research, and is the accrediting agency for all osteopathic medical schools and health care facilities. American Parkinson's Disease Association (APDA) Address: 135 Parkinson Ave., Staten Island NY 10305 Telephone: 1-800-223-2732 (toll-free) 718-981-8001 Fax: 718-981-4399 Web: http://www.apdaparkinson.org/ A nonprofit organization, APDA funds research to find a cure for Parkinson's disease. APDA's toll-free line refers callers to local chapters for information on community services, specialists, and treatments. Publications and educational materials are available on Parkinson's disease, speech therapy, exercise, diet, and aids for daily living. American Pharmacists Association (APhA) Address: 2215 Constitution Avenue NW Washington DC 20037 Telephone: 1-800-237-APhA(2742)(toll- free) 202-628-4410 Fax: 202-783-2351 Web: http://www.pharmacist.com http://www.pharmacyandyou.org/ Formerly American Pharmaceutical Association, APhA is the national society of licensed pharmacists, providing information, education, and advocacy to empower its members to improve medication use and advance patient care. American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Address: 1111 North Fairfax Street Alexandria VA 22314-1488 Telephone: 1-800-999-APTA(2782) (toll-free) 703-684-APTA(2782) Fax: 703-684-7343 Web: http://www.apta.org/ APTA is an organization of physical therapists providing referrals to APTA geriatric-certified therapists and information on debilitating ailments like arthritis, stroke, scoliosis, and sudden onset of illness. APTA's Section on Geriatrics offers publications on topics such as osteoporosis; incontinence; neck pain; carpal tunnel syndrome; hip, knee, or shoulder care; and what physical therapists can offer older adults. American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) Address: 9312 Old Georgetown Road Bethesda MD 20814-1621 Telephone: 301-581-9200; for foot heath information call 1-800-FOOT-CARE (366-8227) (toll-free); for brochures call 1-800-ASK-APMA (toll-free) Fax: 301-530-2752 Web: http://www.apma.org/ APMA is an association of podiatrists providing services and information on foot problems and foot health. Contact APMA for information on local chapters and referrals to certified podiatrists. Publications on proper foot care and effects of arthritis and diabetes on feet are available. American Psychiatric Association (APA) Address: 1000 Wilson Blvd., Suite 1825, Arlington VA 22209-3901 Telephone: 1-888-35-PSYCH 1-888-35-77924 Fax: 703-907-1085 Web: http://www.psych.org/ APA is an association of psychiatrists, physicians specializing in diagnosing and treating people with mental and emotional disorders. Its Council on Aging establishes standards for psychiatric care of older people. Contact the APA for information on elder care issues, including medication use by older people, treatment of Alzheimer's disease, and nursing homes. Contact APA for referrals to local psychiatrists. American Psychological Association (APA) Address: 750 First Street, NE Washington DC 20002-4242 Telephone: 1-800-374-2721 (toll-free) 202-336-5500 Fax: Web: http://www.apa.org/ APA is a professional society of psychologists that provides assistance and information on mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Contact the APA for a list of State chapters, information on the psychosocial aspects of aging, and referrals to APA- member psychologists. The APA's Office of Aging produces publications on topics such as dementia and dementia research. Publications include a quarterly subscription magazine, Psychology and Aging. American Red Cross Address: 2025 E Street, NW Washington DC 20006 Telephone: 202-303-5000; for donations call 1-800-RED-CROSS (733-2767) (toll-free); 1-800-257-7575 (Spanish) Fax: Web: http://www.redcross.org/ http://www.cruzrojaamericana.org The Red Cross offers health information programs, health services, blood donation services, disaster relief, and emergency services to the public and the Armed Forces. Local chapters provide programs for older people, including retirement planning, crime prevention instruction, safety courses, health screening clinics, and home nurse care instruction. Publications about programs, information, and services are available. American Self-help Group Clearinghouse Address: 375 E. McFarlan St. Dover NJ 07801-3638 Telephone: 1-800-367-6274, 973-989-1122 (group information hotline) Fax: 973-989-1159 Web: http://www.mentalhelp.net/selfhelp/ The website provides a keyword-searchable database of over 1,100 national, international, and model self-help support groups; a listing of non-profit self-help group clearinghouses worldwide; and information on research of self-help groups. American Sleep Apnea Association (ASAA) Address: 6856 Eastern Avenue, NW, Suite 203, Washington DC 20012 Telephone: 202-293-3650 Fax: 202-293-3656 Web: http://www.sleepapnea.org The American Sleep Apnea Association focuses on reducing injury, disability, and death from sleep apnea, and enhancing the well-being of those affected by this common disorder. American Social Health Association Address: P.O. Box 13827 Research Triangle Park NC 27709 Telephone: 919-361-8400; call the STI Hotline at 1-800-227-8922 (toll-free) Fax: 919-361-8425 Web: http://www.ashastd.org The American Social Health Association is a nonprofit organization providing support and resources, referrals, and information about sexually transmitted infections (STIs). American Society on Aging (ASA) Address: 71 Stevenson Street, Suite 1450 San Francisco CA 94105-2938 Telephone: 1-800-537-9728 (toll-free) 415-974-9600 Fax: 415-974-0300 Web: http://www.asaging.org/ ASA is a nonprofit organization providing information about medical and social practice, research, and policy pertinent to the health of older people. Membership and subscriptions to Generations, a quarterly journal, and Aging Today, the Society's bimonthly news magazine, are available to the public. A catalog of books for sale and other educational materials is available on the website. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Address: 2200 Research Boulevard, Rockville MD 20850-3289 Telephone: 301-296-5700 Fax: 301-296-8580 Web: http://www.asha.org/ ASHA represents the interests of medical specialists in speech, language, and hearing science and advocates for people with communication-related disorders. Contact ASHA's toll-free telephone line for information on speech-language legislation, communication disorders, or referrals to specialists. ASHA produces publications and fact sheets on topics such as communication disorders and hearing aids. American Stroke Association (ASA) Address: American Heart Association National Center Dallas TX 75231 Telephone: 1-888-4STROKE (478-7653) (toll-free) 1-800-AHA-USA-1 (242-8721) (toll-free) Fax: 214-570-5930 Web: http://www.strokeassociation.org/ ASA, a division of the American Heart Association, provides the Stroke Family Warmline, a toll-free information and referral service offering lists of certified doctors who are stroke specialists and volunteer stroke survivors or family members. Callers receive support and can request free information. ASA publishes Stroke Connection, a priced subscription magazine for survivors and families. American Tinnitus Association (ATA) Address: PO Box 5 Portland OR 97207-0005 Telephone: 1-800-634-8978 (toll-free); 503-248-9985 Fax: 503-248-0024 Web: http://www.ata.org/ ATA is a volunteer organization supporting research and providing information on tinnitus, a constant buzzing or ringing in the ears or head. ATA sponsors self-help groups nationwide each offering information, assistance, and referrals to community services and tinnitus specialists. American Urological Association Foundation, Inc. Address: 1000 Corporate Blvd., Suite 410, Linthicum MD 21090 Telephone: 410-689-3700 1-866-746-4282 (toll free) Fax: 410-689-3800 Web: http://www.urologyhealth.org/ http://www.auanet.org/ The Foundation works toward the prevention and cure of urologic disease in part by keeping patients, family members, and friends informed about these disorders, treatment options, and recent research findings. AFUD operates six national health education councils that distribute patient education materials on a variety of urologic topics. A specific website addresses prostate health. Online publications are free; publications are available by mail for a fee. Americans for Better Care of the Dying Address: 1700 Diagonal Road, Suite 635 Alexandria VA 22314 Telephone: 703-647-8505 Fax: 703-837-1233 Web: http://www.abcd-caring.org Americans for Better Care of the Dying is dedicated to improving the care of Americans who are at the end of their lives. ABCD produces a variety of publications. Check the website or call for more information. Aplastic Anemia And MDS International Foundation, Inc. Address: 100 Park Avenue, Suite 108P.O. Box 610 Rockville MD 20850 Telephone: 301-279-7202 Toll-free: 1-800-747-2820 Fax: 301-279-7205 Web: http://www.aamds.org AA&MDS is a patient advocate and support organization for aplastic anemia, myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH), and other bone marrow failure diseases, providing information and support to patients and their families. ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center Address: 800 Eastowne Drive, Suite 105 Chapel Hill NC 27514 Telephone: 919-490-5577 Fax: 919-490-4905 Web: http://www.archrespite.org This national resource center provides information on respite care and a respite locator program, technical assistance to State organizations, and an information clearinghouse. Arthritis Foundation (AF) Address: P.O. Box 7669 Atlanta GA 30357-0669 Telephone: 1-800-283-7800 (toll-free); 404-965-7888; 404-872-7100 Fax: 404-872-0457 Web: http://www.arthritis.org/ AF is a nonprofit, volunteer organization focusing on research and information to cure, prevent, or better treat arthritis and related diseases. Contact AF for information on arthritis, related diseases (such as lupus erythmatosus and rheumatism), and referrals to local chapters, specialists, or support groups. Publications and videos are available on topics such as self-help and exercise therapy. Assisted Living Directory Address: Telephone: Fax: Web: http://www.assisted-living-directory.com/index.cfm An online-only service, the Assisted Living Directory provides information on assisted living facilities by state. Facilities of any size can submit information for inclusion on the site at no charge; information is not verified by the website owners. Visitors to the website are encouraged to investigate facilities of interest. Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA) Address: 1650 King St., Suite 602 Alexandria VA 22314-2747 Telephone: 703-894-1805 Fax: 703-894-1831 Web: http://www.alfa.org/ ALFA represents for-profit and nonprofit providers of assisted living, continuing care retirement communities, independent living, and other forms of housing and services. The Federation works to advance the assisted living industry and enhance the quality of life for consumers. AssistedLivingFacilities.org Address: online only Telephone: Fax: Web: http://www.assistedlivingfacilities.org An online-only service, Assisted Living Facilities provides articles, a blog, a Q&A section, a directory of facilities by state, and personal assistance in locating an appropriate facility. The service is free of charge to searchers; facilities are listed at no charge but may pay for a more prominent listing or ad. Visitors to the website are encouraged to investigate facilities of interest. Association for Gerontology in Higher Education (AGHE) Address: 1220 L Street, NW, Suite 901 Washington DC 20005-4018 Telephone: 202-289-9806 Fax: 202-289-9824 Web: http://www.aghe.org/ AGHE's members are organizations and institutions of higher education. Through conferences, publications, technical assistance, research studies, and consultation with policymakers, AGHE, an educational unit of the Gerontological Society of America, seeks to advance gerontology as a field of study at institutions of higher education. Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America Address: 1233 20th Street, NW, Suite 402 Washington DC 20036 Telephone: 1-800-7-ASTHMA (1-800-727-8462, toll-free), or 202-466-7643 Fax: Web: http://www.aafa.org The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America is a nonprofit organization offering information, services, and support groups. Attorneys.com Address: online only Telephone: 888.444.5582 Fax: Web: http://attorneys.com Attorneys.com is a free service provided by LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell to help individuals locate licensed attorneys in their area according to their specific legal needs. The individual attorney or law firm provides the information in the listing, and this information has not been verified. 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