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Organizations
AARP (American Association of Retired Persons)
AARP’s mission is to empower people to choose how they live as they age. Full text interviews from the AARP Bulletin, special features from Modern Maturity, consumer factsheets, etc.
AARP International Affairs
Highlights of the site include a monthly column called "New Perspectives," international news, and links to international conferences, periodicals, and seniors organizations, among others.
Alzheimers Association
The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. The website includes a section for professionals and researchers.
American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR)
AFAR supports advancing research through grant programs and fellowships, drives innovation by championing the TAME Trial and Geroscience, and furthers the field by leading coordinating centers and professional services.
American Society on Aging
News of the day; feature articles on wide variety of subjects pertaining to aging. ASA is a nonprofit organization.
Generations United
Generations United describes itself as "the catalyst that brings single-age focused groups together to build and support a common agenda while providing a unique voice in public debate." The website includes full text of Generations United magazine, Together; a resource library, and information about GU's programs, public policies and online chat and message forum.
Gerontological Society of America
Information on grants, fellowships, legislation, and policy updates. Links to other organizations, interest groups
Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving
"Through research, education, and training, the RCI promotes the mental health and well-being of individuals, families, and professional caregivers; promulgates effective caregiving practices; builds public awareness of caregiving needs; and advances public and social policies that enhance caring communities." The website includes brochures, reports, news, and information about the Institute's programs.
Urban Institute: Publications on Aging and Retirement
Urban Institute research evaluates how local, state, and federal policy can best adapt as baby boomers age and cause pervasive economic and social changes. By tracking workforce trends, health care and housing demands, the adequacy of pension plans and retirement savings, and entitlement program spending, our work informs policymakers and the public about the challenges and choices facing an aging population.
Wayne State University Institute of Gerontology
IOG dedicates research in social and behavioral sciences and cognitive neuroscience to issues of aging and urban health. Research topics include Financial Gerontology, Lifespan Cognitive Neuroscience, Health Disparities and Disability, Mental Health and Physical Well-Being