Links to helpful sites concerning aging services

|   An alphabetical list of experts in aging services

AAHSA (American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging)  |  http://www.aahsa.org/
A network of resources for seniors. Providence Life Services is a member of AAHSA.

Alzheimer's Association  |  http://www.alz.org/
Information about Alzheimer's Disease, including warning signs and how to care for a loved one with Alzheimer's.

AOA (Administration on Aging)  |  http://www.aoa.gov/
Helpful information from our government, especially for seniors.

Assisted Living Federation of America  |  http://www.alfa.org/
Resources specifically related to Assisted Living today, including tools for learning more about care choices.

Benefits Checkup  |  http://www.benefitscheckup.org/
A service of the National Council on Aging that helps seniors get all the benefits they deserve.

Center for Aging Services Technologies  |  http://www.agingtech.org/
An international coalition of technology companies, aging services organizations, research universities, and government representatives whose goal is to improve the quality of life for seniors while reducing healthcare costs.

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services  |  http://www.cms.hhs.gov/
Extensive information defining Medicaid and Medicare, and the latest information about enrolling.

Health Resources Alliance (HRA)  |  http://www.hranet.org/
A network of services geared to optimize health and independence for older adults. SeniorFITness, a program offered at all Providence Life Services retirement living communities, is part of the HRA network.

Joint Commission (JCAHO)  |  http://www.jointcommission.org/
An organization that evaluates and accredits healthcare organizations and programs. Providence Life Services’ healthcare centers and programs are accredited by the Joint Commission.

Life Services Network of Illinois (LSN)  |  http://www.lsni.org/
Visit this site for links to websites and documents containing information on financing, quality, wellness issues, and more.

Medicare Rights Center  |  http://www.medicarerights.org/
Your guide through the Medicare maze.

National Institute on Aging  |  http://www.nia.nih.gov/
A source for health publications – in English and Spanish!

ProviNET Solutions  |  http://www.provinetsolutions.com/
Technology experts who help companies use the latest tools to provide the greatest service.

Quality First  |  http://www.aahsa.org/qualityfirst/
An initiative organized by AAHSA to assure high-quality care from all member organizations, with a goal of continuously earning or confirming public trust.

Total Blog Directory  |  http://senior-issues.totalblogdirectory.com/
A directory of blogs organized by subject matter. The Providence Life Services blog is listed in the "Senior Issues" section of Total Blog Directory.