Older Americans Month
May 2006

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Administration on Aging (AoA) Annual Report
This report describes AoA and highlights this Federal government agency's cooperative efforts with States and communities across the Nation to improve the lives of older Americans in future years.

Forum on Self-Advocacy Among Older Adults with Mental Health Needs
This web site provides a report and other information on the first national advocacy forum for older adults with mental health needs. The report presents recommendations and possible next steps to enhance the quality of life for older adult mental health care consumers.

Dramatic Changes in U.S. Aging Highlighted in New Census, NIH Report
This press release from the National Institute on Aging provides a brief overview of newly released statistical information regarding the aging population and the changing face of aging adults in the United States.

Eldercare Locator
This service of the Administration on Aging connects older Americans and their caregivers with State and local area agencies on aging and community-based organizations that serve them.

American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)
This nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people age 50 and over is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for aging Americans.

Frequently Asked Questions About Elder Abuse
This fact sheet from the National Center on Elder Abuse answers common questions about elder abuse. It covers warning signs, where to go for help, and ways to prevent and stop elder abuse.