Resources

AARP     ( http://aarp.com/ )
The AARP Foundation administers programs that assist older Americans. These programs, funded by grants or cooperative agreements with governments or private organizations, provide a wide variety of services including job training, tax assistance, and assistance with important lawsuits being decided by the courts, and much more.
Aging Washington ( http://www.agingwashington.org/ )

Administration on Aging ( http://www.aoa.gov/ )

Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center ( http://www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers )

Alzheimer's Association ( http://www.alz.org/index.asp )

BenefitsCheckUp Online ( http://www.benefitscheckup.org/ )
This is a free, online service from the National Council on the Aging that helps older Americans identify state and federal assistance programs that can help improve their quality of life. This confidential service contains a simple, straightforward questionnaire that takes no longer than 15 minutes to complete. Within minutes, seniors can get a report detailing the many programs and services for which they may qualify.


Celebrate Seniority   ( http://www.multicare.org/home/celebrate-seniority-2/ )
MultiCare Good Samaritan Volunteer Center
(253) 697-7385
Medicare ( http://www.medicare.gov/ )

National Council on Aging (NCOA) ( http://www.ncoa.org/ )
NCOA is composed of organizations and professionals promoting the dignity, self-determination and well-being of older persons.

Paint Tacoma-Pierce Beautiful ( http://www.paintbeautiful.org/ )

Pierce County Online Aging and Disability Resource Center ( http://www.co.pierce.wa.us/pc/abtus/ourorg/humsvcs/ADRC.htm )

Property Tax Exemptions and Deferrals  ( http://www.co.pierce.wa.us/pc/abtus/ourorg/at/Content.htm#exemptions )
(253) 798-6111
SHIBA - Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors ( http://www.co.pierce.wa.us/pc/abtus/ourorg/humsvcs/altc/shiba.htm )
Help consumers understand insurance coverage and resolve their concerns.
Social Security Administration ( http://www.ssa.gov/ )
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services ( http://www.dshs.wa.gov/ )