National professional organization dedicated to promoting the mental health and well being of the elderly through advocacy, education and research.

CDC’s National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, the Healthy Aging Program (HAP) serves as the focal point for older adult health at CDC, and establishes programs, develops innovative tools, and provides a comprehensive approach to helping older adults live longer, high-quality, productive, and independent lives.

Established by the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry, the Geriatric Mental Health Foundation is committed to raising awareness about psychiatric and mental health disorders affecting the elderly.

Federally administered health insurance program for people age 65 and over.  Contains information on Medicare eligibility, enrollment, benefits and other useful information. 

Learn more about the Environmental Protection Agency’s Aging Initiative and its efforts to protect the environmental health of the elderly at this website.

A part of the National Institutes of Health, the National Institute on Aging focuses on health information and research relevant to the elderly.

Designated for older adults, NIHSeniorHealth provides current aging-related health information and allows users to explore a variety of health and wellness topics.

This website contains information on VA benefits, medical centers as well as public issues and other health & wellness topics.

AARP is a non-profit membership organization for persons 50 and over.  This site provides a wealth of information including health-related topics affecting the elderly.

Comprised of multi-disciplinary professionals in the field of aging the ASA has developed a website to further educate those working with older adults by providing educational opportunities, publications and programs.

Interdisciplinary organization committed to gerontological and geriatric education, research and practice.

The National Council on Aging is an advocacy organization for older adults. This website contains information on programs, independent living, employment opportunities and senior benefits.