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Administration on Aging
This service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services explains AoA's role in the aging network and offers information for older adults and their families, health care providers, eldercare professionals, and researchers. The page also includes a resource directory and links to the Eldercare Locator, NIA's Age Pages and the National Aging Information Center.
(202) 619-0724

Americans with Disabilities Act
Prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities in all public programs, activities and services including public transit systems, commuter and intercity rail (AMTRAK). Copies of ADA documents are available in standard or large print, braille, audiocassette, electronic file on computer disk or bulletin board.
(800) 872-2253 (T)  or (800) 993-2822 (TTY)  

Benefits Checkup
BenefitsCheckUp is a fast and free screening tool to determine eligibility for programs for people 55+ that may pay for some of the costs of prescription drugs, health care, utilities, and other essential items or services.
202-479-1200

FirstGov for Seniors
One-stop-portal to government agency and private sector websites serving seniors. Maintained by the Social Security Administration.
800-333-4636

Medicare Compare Update
Managed care plan data, cost and benefit data.
(877) 696-6775

Medicare Helpful Contacts Database
This tool will provide you with contact information for specific organizations or help you get answers to your Medicare related questions.
(800) 633-2273

Medigap Compare
Information for consumers on how to choose a Medigap policy.
(800) 633-4227 (T) or (877) 486-2048 (TTY)

Social Security Office
Provides updates on Social SecurityWelfare Reform. Administers Social Security programs including Supplemental Security Income (SSI), which ensures that eligible people 65 or older -- or blind or disabled people of any age -- with very limited assets receive a basic cash income each month. SSI also carries automatic eligibility for Medical Assistance. A person applying on the basis of disability must meet Social Security standards for permanent and total disability.
800-772-1213 (T) or 800-325-0778 (TTY)



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