SENIORS

Below are links to some helpful Web sites that may be of interest to seniors. For information about MPL programs for seniors, click HERE.

 
50plus.com -- A leading Canadian Internet portal with international relevance to seniors.
Administration on Aging -- The AoA is run by the Department of Health and Human Services, and provides information and news for older Americans and their families.
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) -- Web site for the nation’s oldest and largest organization for older Americans.
ElderHostel / Exploritas -- Web site for the not-for-profit organization specializing in educational adventures in lifelong learning since 1975.
Elder Treks -- Travel itineraries designed with people over 50 in mind.
Elder Wisdom Circle -- Elder volunteers e-mail thoughtful and helpful advice to younger generations providing an opportunity for seniors to utilize their life experience and wisdom to help others.
Good 50 -- A senior-friendly search engine, powered by Google, with a low vision version.
National Senior Games Association -- The NSGA is a non-profit member of the United States Olympic Committee dedicated to motivating senior men and women to lead a healthy lifestyle through the senior games movement.
NIH Senior Health -- This easy-to-use website features basic health and wellness information for older adults from the National Institutes of Health
New York State Office for the Aging -- Provides news and information for older New Yorkers and their families.
Putnam Retired Senior Volunteer Program -- This program enables adults aged 55 and older to contribute meaningful service in a variety of community agencies. The program is funded by the Corporation for National and Community Service and the Putnam County Office for the Aging.
Sharp Brains.com -- Brain fitness and cognitive health as seen in The New York Times, this site offers high-quality, research-based, information and guidance about cognitive health and brain fitness.
Senior Corps -- For nearly 40 years, Senior Corps programs have connected more than 500,000 Americans to service opportunities in their communities.
Senior Law -- This site was created by attorneys and includes a wealth of information for all seniors.
Thirdage.com -- An online magazine focused on improving the lifestyles of baby boomers.