The world leader in Alzheimer’s research and support. Services include 24/7 Helpline, Care Consultation, Educational Programs, MedicAlert® + Safe Return® emergency response service and Support Groups. VISIT THE WEBSITE.

Thousands of professionals throughout the country rely on the American Society on Aging to keep them on the cutting edge in an aging society. VISIT THE WEBSITE.

A partnership of 8 organizations providing cost-effective, high quality, comprehensive care coordination to persons ages 3-64 in Western Mass. VISIT THE WEBSITE.

Covers the growing problem of identity theft and how family members can help ensure their relatives don’t become victims.  Visit Comparitech.com’s easy to understand visual looking at the reasons why seniors are being targeted.  VISIT THE WEBSITE.

Drug Center is a resource offering help and support to the millions affected by unexpected side effects from prescription drugs and medical devices. VISIT THE WEBSITE.

Assistive technology assessments, services and low-interest loan program. The Assistive Technology Regional Center (ATRC) helps people with disabilities make informed decisions about assistive technology they can use to increase their independence at home, on the job or in school. VISIT THE WEBSITE.

The Voice for Health Care consumers. Visit the website.

The Family Caregiver Handbook is a “gateway” to key elder care organizations across the Commonwealth, providing telephone numbers, locations and website address so that caregivers can find the most appropriate resources closest to their own community. VISIT THE WEBSITE.

This guide provides information on driving, in relation to people with Alzheimer’s Disease. It talks about why it is a concern, the changes in behavior to watch for and how to monitor their driving skills. Additionally, it details when the right time is to talk with someone about having an independent driving evaluation, reducing or stopping driving completely and ways to overcome the resistance to this.VISIT THE WEBSITE.

Are you looking for eldercare information, or services for a family member or friend? Is care in the community your first choice? Mass Home Care can help you find what you need. We want to help you and your family age well. Instead of spending hours searching for the right service, Let us put the pieces together for you.VISIT THE WEBSITE.

The Massachusetts PCA (Personal Care Assistant) Referral Directory is free for elders and people with disabilities, who qualify for the MassHealth PCA Program. Individuals will be able to search the website for qualified PCAs by zip code and screen for criteria, such as access to a car, hours of availability, experience, and a range of other relevant factors. The website, which also is available in Spanish, is completely accessible for people, who use any kind of assistive technology. Current and/or potential individuals looking for work as PCAs can apply and register free of charge, 24 hours a day, on the website, or by calling toll free at (866) 211-WORK (9675). VISIT THE WEBSITE.

MassOptions connects older adults, individuals with disabilities and their caregivers with agencies and organizations that can best meet their needs.

Learn more about MassOptions, the network of partners and State agencies and how to contact them HERE

Medicare answers are now just a click away.

The Medicare Rights Center site has in-depth Medicare consumer information, plus:

• Cases of the Month
• Publications
• Policy Facts and Trends
• Press Releases
• MRC news and events

VISIT THE WEBSITE.

Mesothelioma, a rare cancer of the lining of the lung, is caused by exposure to asbestos. Because of long dormancy period,mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases can remain undetected for over a decade before the patient shows any signs of illness. An exposure of as little as one or two months can result in mesothelioma 30 or 40 years later in life. For this reason, many people are not diagnosed with mesothelioma until later in life. VISIT THE WEBSITE for mesothelioma, or see the American Cancer Societywebsite and type “Mesothelioma” in the search box.

Advocacy group that helps the victims of asbestos exposure and their loved ones. Get the resources to understand and fight Mesothelioma. VISIT THE WEBSITE.

The mission of the Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance is to continually provide relevant, timely, and factual information so support those who are suffering. VISIT THE WEBSITE.

Aging.com is dedicated to connecting you and your family with the information you need to plan your future.VISIT THE WEBSITE.

• AgeSpan
• BayPath Elder Services, Inc.
• Boston Senior Home Care
• Bristol Elder Services, Inc.
• Central Boston Elder Services, Inc.
• Central Massachusetts Area Agency on Aging 
• Coastline Elderly Services, Inc.
• Elder Services of Berkshire County, Inc.
• Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands, Inc.
• Elder Services of Worcester Area, Inc.
• ETHOS
• Greater Lynn Senior Services
• Greater Springfield Senior Services, Inc.
• HESSCO
• LifePath, Inc.
• Minuteman Senior Services
• Mystic Valley Elder Services
• Old Colony Elder Services
• Old Colony Planning Council
• SeniorCare, Inc.
• Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services
• South Shore Elder Services, Inc.
• Springwell
• Tri-Valley, Inc.
• WestMass Elder Care

Road Scholar is a not-for-profit organization with over 45 years of experience providing high-quality, affordable, educational adventures for adults who are 55 and older. These short-term educational programs are a fun and exciting way for you to share new ideas, explore new places and make new friends. VISIT THE WEBSITE.

An injury prevention guide developed by seniorliving.org. VIEW THE GUIDE.

The Social Security Administration’s On-Line Retirement Estimator can provide you with instant information about your future social security benefits.VISIT THE WEBSITE.

This is a community initiative, in partnership with Cooley Dickinson Hospital, that seeks to increase the quality of life of people with dementia and their caregivers through information, resources and education at a local center of care. VISIT THE WEBSITE.

The Eldercare Locator is a nationwide, directory assistance service designed to help older persons and caregivers locate local support resources for aging Americans. VISIT THE WEBSITE.

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs serves the 1.1 million elders of Massachusetts and their families. Among the many items you will find here: an overview and the budget of the agency, descriptions of germane programs, elder demographic data, agency contacts, recent news releases and links to related sites. VISIT THE WEBSITE.

The Quite Epidemic: Our senior citizens are developing drug & alcohol rehab addiction at an alarming rate. The National Council on Seniors Drug & Alcohol Rehab provides information, resources and treatment for care providers and seniors battling addiction and related conditions.VISIT THE WEBSITE.

If you or someone you know has a visual impairment and has difficulty reading, The Perkins Library can help. They offer a wide array of large print and talking books, magazines and more. All materials are shipped free of charge right to your door. Also, there are over 300 local and national newspapers that are available on a daily basis through the touch tone telephone Newsline Program. If you would like more information or to receive an application, please call (800) 852-3133 or VISIT THE WEBSITE.

The Aging and Disability Resource Center Program (ADRC) is a collaborative effort of the U.S. Administration on Community Living (including AoA as of April 2012) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). ADRCs serve as single points of entry into the long-term supports and services system for older adults and people with disabilities. VISIT THE WEBSITE. Click on Find a Local ADRC to find info regarding the Pioneer Valley ADRC.

With a purpose of living united and advancing the common good, the United Way of Hampshire County seeks to sustain, strengthen and respond to the people in the community through partnerships with local community agencies. This is accomplished by donations to the yearly Community Campaign, which then allows the United Way to partner and create opportunities that seek to promote a better life for everyone and builds a more stable and secure economic future.

There are 3 target areas and they are children and youth, health and safety and resources for a secure economy. Highland Valley is pleased to announce that it is now partnering with the United Way, under the health and safety category, through its Home Delivered Meals Nutrition Program.VISIT THE WEBSITE.

Find your Massachusetts legislators listed by name or location. VISIT THE WEBSITE.