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Clermont Senior Services
http://www.clermontseniors.com
This site provides a list of the services available to seniors in Clermont County. The location of senior centers and a calendar of upcoming events are also available.
Ohio Department of Aging
http://www.goldenbuckeye.com
This site is a gateway to senior benefits and services in Ohio. You can find out about Golden Buckeye cards, legal services, legislation, senior centers, employment and volunteer opportunities. You can even learn how to receive a birthday certificate from the governor for someone who is 90+! State publications on aging issues are also available.
AARP
http://www.aarp.org
Find out here about AARP member services and discounts. Also learn about legislation, health and leisure activities - even do word searches and crosswords! The Computers and Technology section provides many “how to” guides and product reviews.
Elder Law Answers
http://www.elderlawanswers.com
This site provides a wealth of information on senior legal issues – from disability planning to grandparent rights to Medicaid and living wills. Checklists (e.g. things to consider when choosing a nursing home), calculators (e.g. income allowances for community spouses), an “ask the expert” feature and a glossary of elder law terms are provided. You can also search for an elder law lawyer in your area.
Elderhostel
http://www.elderhostel.org
Elderhostel, a not-for-profit organization that provides nearly 10,000 programs a year in more than 90 countries, is America’s first and the world’s largest educational travel organization for adults 55 and over. Trips range from a single day to multiple weeks, with various activity levels available.
ElderWeb
http://www.elderweb.com
This site offers information about long-term care and eldercare, and it includes links to policies, research, statistics, and information on legal, financial, medical, and housing issues.
FirstGov
http://www.firstgov.gov
“The U. S. Government’s Official Web Portal” Almost anything you ever wanted to find out about the government is available from this site. The A-Z Index makes it easy to find the topic you’re searching for. The FAQ section provides answers to frequently asked questions.
Internal Revenue Service
http://www.irs.gov - Here you can search for and print copies of all IRS forms and publications. Also, find out whom to contact if you need help with your taxes.
Medicare
http://www.medicare.gov
The official website for people receiving Medicare benefits. See comparisons of nursing homes, home healthcare agencies and health plan options. Also, find out about prescription drug assistance programs, examine a directory of Medicare participating physicians and discover the answers to frequently asked Medicare questions.
National Senior Citizens Law Center
http://www.nsclc.org
The NSCLC is a national advocacy group for low-income senior citizens. As a national support center, the NSCLC advocates for seniors through litigation, legislative and agency representation, and assistance to attorneys and paralegals.
Pandemic Flu Resources
www.clermontlibrary.org/aboutPandemic.html
For local and national information on the influenze pandemic check out these resources.
SeniorResource
http://www.seniorresource.com
This site provides a guide to senior housing options and information on retirement, finances, insurance and care. Also included is a breakdown of senior resources by state.
Social Security Administration
http://www.ssa.gov
The official website of the Social Security Administration. Find forms, publications, regulations and advice. Find out how to order a replacement card, get a copy of your statement or determine the location of the nearest office.
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