Listed below are links to many helpful organizations and resources for seniors, their families and caregivers. These listings are for informational purposes only and do not represent an endorsement by (or for) Edvin Home Healthcare Solutions.
Healthfinders.gov
Find information to help you and your loved ones stay healthy.
Maryland Nurses Association
The Maryland Nurses Association is the only state-wide, non-profit, multipurpose professional membership organization for Registered Nurses in Maryland.
Maryland Healthcare Commission
The Maryland Health Care Commission is an independent regulatory agency whose mission is to plan for health system needs, promote informed decision-making, increase accountability, and improve access.
National Institute of Health Senior Health
Health and wellness information for older adults from the National Institutes of Health.
World Health Organization
The United Nations public health arm. Monitors disease outbreaks, assesses the performance of health systems around the globe
AARP Internet Resources
The American Association of Retired Persons Web site provides a frequently updated database of Internet resources, including links to more than 900 of the best sites for people age 50+.
The Alzheimers Association
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. Their mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected.
The American Cancer Society
This nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization provides extensive information on preventing cancer and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service.
Caring from a distance. (CFAD)
This nonprofit organization offers assistance, resources and support for men and women providing long distance care.
Family Caregiver Alliance
The FCA provides a wealth of information on care strategies, stress relief, community resources, family issues and hands-on care.
NIH Senior Health
The National Institute of Health’s Senior Health Web site provides an easy-to-navigate menu of articles about aging and health-related topics for seniors and their families.
Eldercare Locator
1-800-677-1116 (Monday – Friday / 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. ET)
A nation-wide resource providing information on locating a variety of community services that supports older adults.
Benefits Checkup (National Council on Aging)
An organization that helps find programs for people ages 55 and over that may pay for some of their costs of prescription drugs, health care, utilities, and other essential items or services.
National Family Caregivers Association
1-800-896-3650
National Association of Area Agency on Aging
N4A’s primary mission is to build the capacity of its members to help older persons and persons with disabilities live with dignity and choices in their homes and communities for as long as possible.
