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Medicare.gov provides information about the parts of Medicare, what’s new, and how to find Medicare plans, facilities, or providers.
My Medicare Matters
This website answers questions on Medicare. It includes a glossary and a section for professionals.
NIH SeniorHealth
This website offers helpful resources focused on senior health.
Disease Specific Organizations
Federal Websites for critical eldercare issues
Shelby County Veterans’ Services
Alzheimer’s Association CareFinder
This site assists those who care for someone with Alzheimer’s disease in finding good
care in their community.
ARCH –The National Respite Locator Service
This service helps parents, caregivers, and professionals find respite services in
their state and local area that mach their specific needs.
Ask Medicare
This initiative offers information, tools and materials to assist the caregiver and
their loved ones in making informed healthcare decisions.
Family Caregiver Alliance
This site features information on programs at national, state and local levels that
support and sustain caregivers.
Family Caregiving 101
This site provides caregivers with the basic tools, skills and information they need to
protect their own physical and mental health while they provide high quality care for
their loved one.
National Alliance for Caregiving
This site features publications and resources for caregivers, including the Family Care
Resource Connection, where you
can find reviews and ratings of more than 1,000 books, videos, websites and other
materials on caregiving.
National Family Caregivers Association
The site offers a virtual library of information and educational materials for family
caregivers.
HealthFinder.gov
This website features quick guides to healthy living and a variety of tips and tools.
Flu.gov
Flu.gov is the central government site for up-to-date information on the flu.
Healthcare.gov
This government site provides information on finding insurance options, prevention,
comparing care quality and understanding the new law along with FAQs.
Stanford University Health Library
Consumer health information library that provides evidence-based medical information.
Mayo Clinic.Com
Provides useful and up-to-date health information and tools.
Medicare.gov
Medicare.gov provides information about the parts of Medicare, what’s new, and how to
find Medicare plans, facilities, or providers.
My Medicare Matters
This website answers questions on Medicare. It includes a glossary and a section for
professionals.
Spanish Website: http://www.MiMedicareImporta.org
NIH SeniorHealth
This website offers helpful resources focused on senior health.
Su Familia: The National Hispanic Family Health Helpline
Service offers free reliable and confidential health information in Spanish and
English. Call toll free Monday through Friday 9 am to 6 pm Eastern Standard Time.
Phone: 1-866-Su-Familia (866) 783-2645
Medications and medical devices specific to seniors
It’s important for everyone to know the risks of prescription drugs and medical devices before they are taken or implanted. This is especially true for seniors.
Tylenol Recalls
Information regarding Tylenol
Hip Implants Recalls
Information on recalled hip implants
Urinary Incontinence
Information on Stress Urinary Incontinence
Drugwatch Podcast
New Drugwatch.com Radio Podcast
Alzheimer’s Association
Site contains information on the disease and helpful materials for caregivers.
1-800-272-3900
American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry
News, facts, tools and expert information for adults coping with mental health issues & aging.
Arthritis Foundation
Site and 800 number provides general information and resources on arthritis.
1-800-568-4045
American Cancer Society
The Society provides information on all aspects of cancer through a toll-free information line, web site, and published materials.
1-800-ACS-2345
American Diabetes Association
Site contains basic information on diabetes and healthy living advice and tips.
American Heart Association
Site contains very useful information on heart disease and stroke prevention.
1-800-AHA-USA-1
American Psychological Association
Site contains a Help Center that provides consumer information on mental health issues and concerns.
American Stroke Association
Consumer information for stroke prevention and care of someone following a stroke.
National Kidney Foundation
Consumer information to assist individuals affected by kidney diseases.
National Mental Health Association
Site contains fact sheets and other materials related to mental health issues.
National Osteoporosis Foundation
Consumer and professional information on bone health and osteoporosis.
National Parkinson Foundation
Site provides consumer and advocacy information related to Parkinson’s disease.
MEMPHIS PUBLIC LIBRARY & INFORMATION CENTER JOB AND CAREER CENTERS |
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| Central Library – 3030 Poplar, 3rd Floor | (901) 415-2734 |
| Hollywood Library – 1530 N. Hollywood | (901) 323-6201 |
| Parkway Village Library – 4655 Knight Arnold | (901) 363-8923 |
| Raleigh Library – 3157 Powers | (901) 386-5333 |
| South Library – 1929 S. Third | (901) 946-8518 |
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The Job and Career Centers features information on career selection, exam prep guides, scholarships, college directories, resume preparation, & job searching. |
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TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CAREER CENTERS |
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| Collierville – 942 West Poplar, #4 | (901) 853-4752 |
| Downtown – 444 N. Main 2nd Floor | (901) 636-7955 |
| Memphis Housing Authority – 700 Adams | (901) 544-1150 |
| Hickory Hill – 4240 Hickory Hill | (901) 365-3205 |
| Poplar – 1295 Poplar | (901) 543-7535 |
| Raleigh – 2850 Old Austin Peay Hwy, Suite 132 | (901) 543-7842 |
| Senior Services – 4700 Poplar, Suite, 400 | (901) 766-0600 |
| St. Andrews – 1472 Mississippi, 38106 | (901) 774-5488 |
