These helpful Internet sites cover topis of interest to seniors. These Internet sites are not connected with the Oak Park Public Library. More assistance in finding reference resources is available at the Information Services Desk on the Third Floor of the Main Library.

Books
see Subject Guides - Computers and Internet

Internet Sites

AARP
Browse by all topics or an alphabetic list.

Administration on Aging (AoA)
One of the most comprehensive and authoritative sites on aging.

Alzheimer's Association
Provides reliable information on Alzheimer's and local chapters (click on "In My Community" tab) and more.

Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance
Find assistance programs meeting your requirements and eligibility.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Provides excellent facts on various medical conditions and diseases to help make informed decisions about health and health care.

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
Provides information for consumers and professionals. Site provided by this federal agency.

Computer Tutorials - AARP
Find basic and intermediate lessons to enhance computer literacy skills.

Consumer Fraud against the Elderly
Provides excellent tips for online protection.

Department of Veterans Affairs
Click on the "Health" link to find an array of medical topics.

Food and Drug Administration: Information for Seniors
Topics related to seniors include: cancer, health fraud, nutrition, buying medicine online, and food safety.

Generations on Line
Provides four basic functions: very simple email, an intergenerational discussion, searching in 36 different languages, and gateways to popular Internet sites, including a simplified Medicare tutorial. Access Generations on Line at the Main Library, Dole Branch, or Maze Branch.

Internet Tutorials
Sections include, "Basic Guide to the Internet," "Understanding the WWW," browsers, etc. Site is provided by the University of Albany.

Medicare
Provides information on topics such as what Medicare covers, billing, and approved discount drugs. Site provided by the US government.

MedlinePlus - Drug Information
Provides information on approximately nine thousand prescription and over-the-counter medications in the US.

National Center on Elder Abuse
Topics include law and legislation, national action agendas on elder abuse, and more.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Type "older drivers" in the search window and get relevant information.

National Hospice Foundation (NHF)
Covers end-of-life care related topics. Site provided by this charitable organization.

Refdesk -- Seniors Online
An alphabetical listing of over one hundred websites for senior citizens.

Senior Corps - Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
Provides information on volunteering opportunities.

Senior Job Bank
Provides information on job postings targeted to seniors in the US.

Social Security Online
Covers various topics related to Social Security.

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