Elder Law Resources

AARP

601 E. St., NW
Washington, D.C. 20049
(202) 434-2277; Fax (202) 434-6483
www.aarp.org

AARP is a nonprofit organization for people over age 50 that informs and advocates for its members on a variety of issues, and offers a number of benefits such as insurance, and travel and consumer discounts.

Alzheimer's Association

919 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 1000
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 335-8700; Fax (312) 335-1110
www.alz.org

The Alzheimer's Association offers information and support services to patients and families who are dealing with Alzheimer's Disease.

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore MD 21244-1850
(410) 786-3000
www.cms.hhs.gov

This federal agency runs the Medicare and Medicaid programs, as well as the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP).

National Association of Area Agencies on Aging

1112 16th Street, NW. Suite 100
Washington, DC. 20036
(800) 677-1116 (Eldercare Locator) (801) 296-8130; Fax (202) 296-8134
www.eldercare.gov

This agency provides assistance in finding resources and support services for elderly nationwide.

National Council on the Aging

409 Third Street SW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 479-1200; Fax (202) 479-0735
www.ncoa.org

This organization provides information, resources, and benefits for the elderly.

National Institute on Aging

Public Information Office

Building 31, Room 5027
31 Center Drive MSC 2292
Bethesda, MD 20892-2292
(301) 496-1752; Fax (301) 496-1072
www.nih.gov/nia

This federal agency conducts research relating to aging and diseases of the elderly.

Partnership for Caring: America's Voices for the Dying

National Office

1620 Eye Street NW, Suite 202,
Washington, DC 20006
(202) 296-8071; Hotline: 800-989-9455
www.caringinfo.org

This organization provides and information and assistance for individuals and families facing end of life issues.

Social Security Administration

Office of Public Inquiries

6401 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21235
(410) 965-7700
www.socialsecurity.gov

This federal agency runs the Social Security and Social Security Disability programs, as well as the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program.

Senior Sites

www.seniorsites.com

This website provides a nationwide database of facilities (nursing homes, assisted living, etc.) for the elderly.