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Elizabeth Arden
This very user-friendly site contributes to AARP’s goal of allowing senior citizens to lead the rich and fulfilling lives that they are accustomed to. Not only by staying well-informed, but also by staying active.
The program’s online resource for people interested in volunteering or learning about regional activities.
Researchers and laypersons alike can find usable information on aging from the University of Toronto Centre for Studies of Aging. Point and click access to the Real Audio program by or can download as needed. Site includes links to additional university resources.
This is a senior site because if you remember Burma Shave signs, you are a senior citizen. Refresh your memory; share with the grandchildren; if you can remember one that isn’t listed here, submit it to the site to share with others.
The Canadian woman who maintains this site became a caregiver herself overnight. She is very aware of what resources you need to take care of someone you care about. Most links are in the United States, and many will refer you to services in your own area.
As a senior citizen, you can take advantage of many discounts available just to you, but first you must know about them. Here’s just one of the discount programs available to seniors—one of the best, with 10 percent off offered on most flights. Check this one out.
http://www.senioralternatives.com/
With the fundamental belief that no one should ever stop learning, this site provides access to resources around the world to continue your education. Currently, you must register through postal mail, but all of the registration information is at the site.
This site simply offers links to sites that are of interest to seniors. Choose your topic—Government, Finan-cial, Housing, Medical, and many more—click and find what you’re looking for.
An e-zine dedicated to the needs of active retirees. Example topics include travel, useful products, beating the casino, high-tech bird feeders, and relief from arthritis, back pain, and migraines.
You’ve heard it on the news and read about it. You’re sure it could never happen to you. But how do those seniors get bilked out of their life savings by fast talking con artists? Check this site to learn just how each scam works. From the Pigeon Drop to Home Repair Fraud, learn how the crook makes his approach and what to be alert for. This is one you should not miss.
Aimed at Canadian senior citizens and their families, this site provides one-stop-shopping for all senior services in Canada. Find out what’s available to you as a senior citizen of Canada. Some of the information posted here will be of interest to all seniors.
What is elder abuse? Who is in danger? Learn the facts and statistics here. Learn to recognize elder abuse in your community. Learn what you can do to help—hotline phone numbers, who to call, what to do.
This senior citizen advocacy group, founded in 1961, is a proponent of “senior power.” Here you can learn how much you can truly depend on Social Security in your senior years, the truth about the national budget, and more. Take the quiz to find out how much you know about where Social Security dollars go, sign the guest book, learn about the NCSC, and even join from this page.
National Senior Citizens Law Center advocates, litigates, and publishes on low-income elderly and disability issues: including Medicare, Medicaid, SSI, nursing homes, age discrimination pensions.
If you’re over 50 and enjoy skiing and other outdoor activities, check out this site. The Over the Hill Gang provides discounts on everything from lift tickets to lodging and ski shop purchases. The group also plans trips to North American, South American, and European ski areas. In the summer, there’s whitewater rafting, bicycling, hiking, and golf. If one spouse is over 50, you both qualify for membership.
Provides links to resources for people to find information on the aging process. Covers discussion groups, databases, library catalogs, and aging-related home pages.
There’s lots of interest to seniors on this site, including a chat room and message center devoted to the senior citizen community. You’ll find articles of interest and links to other pages. Unique features of this page are the chat room and message board. Be sure to read the Solutions column and definitely check the Personals.
This is a directory of businesses and services that are geared to the senior or that offer special senior citizen discounts. There are hundreds of links to businesses you’ll want to know about.
Site that lists nonprofit housing and services for senior citizens. Also includes National and State resources.
If you’re already acquainted with Yahoo!, this site will look very familiar to you. The wide array of links here all keep senior citizens in mind, though, from travel information to fraud, scams, and abuses.
This travel company, a subsidiary of Zim Hi-Country Tours, Inc., offers special tours and trips for seniors. A sample listing includes trips to Yellowstone and Alaska featuring snowmobiling and summer adventures.
Official Web site of the Social Security Administra-tion. Includes announcements and reports on issues related to social security. Contact information and regular updates.
Transitions locates and arranges services for older adults and their caregivers. Company representatives assess your employees’ needs, hold seminars, and provide eldercare counseling.
Here’s a shining example of what you can do with a personal Web page. Learn about Marty—his adventures in the Navy, as a barbecue chef, and the story of Marty’s dental adventures. Marty shares his stock picks and some of his favorite things, including his family.
http://www.seniorlaw.com/index.htm