Other Resources
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Other Resources - Overview
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Organizational & Informational Websites
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Common Events
Abuse, crime, fraud or scam -
Car accident or stopped driving
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Death of spouse, other relative or friend
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Death of pet
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Diagnosed with ADHD or autism
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Diagnosed with cancer
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Diagnosed with diabetes
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Didn't go for recommended preventive tests or immunizations
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Didn't make specific plans for the future
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ER visit
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Fall
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Hospital stay
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Moved or thought about moving
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New assistive device
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New non-prescription medication or supplement
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New prescription medication
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Outpatient rehab
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PCP call or visit
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Rehab stay
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Skin or hair changes
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Specialist call or visit
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Stopped a medication on your own
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Surgery - elective or emergency
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Test done
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Unintentional weight gain or loss
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Common IssuesAnxiety, low mood or suicidal thoughts
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Boredom
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Caring for someone else
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Chest pain or irregular heartbeat
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Constipation
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Dental, mouth, or taste problems
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Dizziness or unsteadiness
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Embarrassment or shame
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Fear of death
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Fear of disability or being a burden
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Fear of falling
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Fears or worries, other
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Gambling
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Hearing
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Hoarding
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Indigestion or nausea
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Loneliness
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Low energy
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Managing your health problems
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Medication side effects or management
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Memory loss
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Overall quality of life, function or health
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Pain
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Poor appetite or nutrition
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Poor sleep
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Regrets
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Shakiness, tremor, slow movement, or stiffness
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Shortness of breath
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Social or sex life
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Substance use
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Urinary problems
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Vision
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Course FeedbackCourse Feedback - Other Resources
Organizational & Informational Websites
Alzheimer’s Association Nonprofit voluntary health organization that focuses on Alzheimer’s disease care, support and research
American Foundation for the Blind Dedicated to changing how the world views blindness
American Geriatrics Society Professional society founded on June 11, 1942, for health care professionals practicing geriatric medicine
Administration for Community Living Range of resources and programs to support older adults and people with disabilities
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Resources and information for older adults, including articles, guides, and tools on topics such as health, finance, caregiving, and retirement planning
Gerontological Society of America Multidisciplinary organization devoted to research and education in all aspects of gerontology: medical, biological, psychological and social
Medicare Official U.S. government website that provides comprehensive information about Medicare coverage, benefits, enrollment, and healthcare services for older adults
MedlinePlus Older Adult Health Information from the National Library of Medicine (NLM), the (NIH), other U.S. government agencies, and health-related organizations
Merck Manual of Geriatrics Information about dealing with diseases and management of illnesses in the elderly
National Adult Protective Services Administration Forum for sharing information, solving problems, and improving the quality of services for victims of elder and vulnerable adult mistreatment
National Council on Aging Information and resources to help older adults navigate the challenges of aging
National Institute on Aging Information on aging-related topics, including health, wellness, caregiving, and research advancements
Social Security Administration Information about retirement benefits, disability benefits, Medicare, and other services offered by the agency
WebMD Healthy Aging News and information about human health and well-being