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1.Age and Ageing - Oxford Journals Online
An international journal includes original articles and commissioned reviews on geriatric medicine, gerontology, and psychological aspects of later life.
URL:http://ageing.oupjournals.org/
2.Gerontology Programs at the University of Maryland, Baltimore
This site provides a comprehensive directory of research and education programs in Gerontology at the University of Maryland, Baltimore; a list of centers (UMCRA, GGEAR, GRECC, PEPPER), faculty and fellowships dedicated to research in aging, geriatics and gerontology.
URL:http://gerontology.umaryland.edu
3.Midwestern Geriatric Education Center
Established in 2001, MidGEC is dedicated to providing specialized education and training to faculty and health care providers in geriatrics and gerontology.
URL:http://midgec.midwestern.edu/
4.Pepper Aging Research Center
University of Connecticut Health Center devoted to enhancing independence in older persons through research and education. Focus is on physiological aspects of aging.
URL:http://pepper.uchc.edu
5.Department of Gerontology
The department, of the Virginia Commonwealth University, offering an M.S. in Gerontology, as well as a postgraduate Certificate in Aging Studies. (Richmond, VA)
URL:http://views.vcu.edu/sahp/gerontology
6.Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Center
VISN10 GRECC is a network of educational programs for healthcare professionals, resources, internship opportunities and research projects serving Ohio and Indiana.
URL:http://visn10.grecc.org
7.Advance for Providers of Post-Acute Care
Offers clinical, financial, and career information for health care providers in post-acute, subacute, long-term, and home health care.
URL:http://www.advanceforpac.com
8.Aging Concepts
Dedicated to seniorcitizens and their families, including referral information and resources on many subjects involved in growing older or caregiving.
URL:http://www.agingconcepts.com
9.Study results of survival rates of older surgical patients
Results of nationwide study by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) and published in the April 11, 2002, issue of The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM): "Nationwide Study Confirms that Older Patients Who Need Certain High-Risk Surgeries Fare Better in More Experienced Hospitals."
URL:http://www.ahcpr.gov/news/press/pr2002/birkmeypr.htm
10.Americare Systems, Inc.
We provide quality elder care options from skilled nursing, to assisted living, to specialized Alzheimer's care, so it's no wonder we've become one of the most respected providers in the Mid-west.
URL:http://www.americaresystems.info/americare.htm
11.Aging Research Centre (ARC)
Recent aging related articles.
URL:http://www.arclab.org/
12.Aging and Mental Health
Information about aging and psychosocial and psychiatric treatment of the elderly.
URL:http://www.athealth.com/Practitioner/Newsletter/FPN_4_34.html
13.Arizona Care Management
Arizona Care Management - Geriatric care for your close ones.
URL:http://www.azcaremgt.com
14.Council on Aging for Southeastern Vermont
Area Agency on Aging serving elders in Windsor/Windham Counties. Core Programs include: Information and Assistance,Nutrition,Advocacy for Independent Living,Case Management, Successful Aging and Caregiver Information and Support.
URL:http://www.coasevt.org
15.Elder Care Advice (Caregiver Support and Online Counseling).
This site provides information about geriatric mental health care and offers online counseling and caregiver support.
URL:http://www.eldercaremd.com
16.ElderHope - ElderHope Geriatric & End-of-Life Care
Support for the elderly,the dying,the grieving and caregivers.
URL:http://www.elderhope.com
17.Family Practice Notebook - Geriatric Medicine
Comprehensive database of geriatric disorders.
URL:http://www.fpnotebook.com/GER.htm
18.Geriatric Consultant Resources, LLC
Information on drug therapy and disease. Offers geriatrics and gerontology resources, including conditions and disease links.
URL:http://www.gcrweb.com/
19.A Carer's Experience of Medical Neglect
This site describes my experiences of medical neglect of my elderly mother,troubles caused to me as a carer and lack of communication by the medical fraternity.
URL:http://www.geocities.com/excarex/index.html
20.Duke University Center for the Study of Aging and Human Development
Studying successful aging and applying the results of its research. Serves also as a training ground for future researchers, teachers, practitioners and planners. Links to their various research areas.
URL:http://www.geri.duke.edu/
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