A Carer's Experience of Medical Neglect 
This site describes my experiences of medical neglect of my elderly mother,troubles caused to me as a carer and lack of communication by the medical fraternity.
http://www.geocities.com/excarex/index.html
Age and Ageing - Oxford Journals Online 
An international journal includes original articles and commissioned reviews on geriatric medicine, gerontology, and psychological aspects of later life.
http://ageing.oupjournals.org/
Aging Concepts 
Dedicated to seniorcitizens and their families, including referral information and resources on many subjects involved in growing older or caregiving.
http://www.agingconcepts.com
Aging and Mental Health 
Information about aging and psychosocial and psychiatric treatment of the elderly.
http://www.athealth.com/Practitioner/Newsletter/FPN_4_34.html
Americare Systems, Inc. 
Provides elder care options from skilled nursing, to assisted living, to specialized Alzheimer's care. Serves the Midwest.
http://www.americaresystems.info
Council on Aging for Southeastern Vermont 
Area Agency on Aging serving elders in Windsor/Windham Counties. Core Programs include: Information and Assistance,Nutrition,Advocacy for Independent Living,Case Management, Successful Aging and Caregiver Information and Support.
http://www.coasevt.org
Department of Gerontology 
The department, of the Virginia Commonwealth University, offering an M.S. in Gerontology, as well as a postgraduate Certificate in Aging Studies. (Richmond, VA)
http://views.vcu.edu/sahp/gerontology
Geriatric Consultant Resources, LLC 
Information on drug therapy and disease. Offers geriatrics and gerontology resources, including conditions and disease links.
http://www.gcrweb.com/
GeriatricWeb 
Professional resources portal for geriatrics. Maintained by the Division of Geriatrics, Palmetto Health Richland and the University of South Carolina, School of Medicine Library.
http://geriatricweb.sc.edu
Geriatrics and Aging 
A physician's guide to the key issues and current trends in geriatric medicine and research.
http://www.geriatricsandaging.com
Gerontology Programs at the University of Maryland, Baltimore 
This site provides a comprehensive directory of research and education programs in Gerontology at the University of Maryland, Baltimore; a list of centers (UMCRA, GGEAR, GRECC, PEPPER), faculty and fellowships dedicated to research in aging, geriatics a
http://gerontology.umaryland.edu
Geropsychology Central 
Gerontology centers, Gerontology, assessment, psychology, geriatrics, neurology, dementia, Parkinson's disease and stroke resources.
http://www.premier.net/~gero/contents.html
HealthandAge.com 
For physicians and specialists. Medical news updates, research publications, interventions in older patients, upcoming conferences, bulletin board discussions and consensus reports.
http://www.healthandage.com
Institute on Aging, University of Wisconsin 
The purpose of the Institute is 'to promote, through excellence in research, education, service and practice, the health and well-being of the rapidly expanding aging population in the State of Wisconsin, the local community, and society at large'.
http://aging.wisc.edu/
Medical College of Wisconsin Geriatrics & Gerontology 
The Medical College of Wisconsin Division of Geriatrics & Gerontology web site includes information on education, residencies, fellowships, faculty, patient health, and consultations.
http://www.mcw.edu/geriatrics
Midwestern Geriatric Education Center 
Established in 2001, MidGEC is dedicated to providing specialized education and training to faculty and health care providers in geriatrics and gerontology.
http://midgec.midwestern.edu/
Pepper Aging Research Center 
University of Connecticut Health Center devoted to enhancing independence in older persons through research and education. Focus is on physiological aspects of aging.
http://pepper.uchc.edu
Prisma 
Program of Research to Integrate the Services for the Maintenance of Autonomy
http://www.prisma-qc.ca
Professional Senior Health Care Resources 
A dual focus site collecting informative articles, presentations, events, jobs and grants, and other resources for general public and geriatric professionals.
http://www.seniorhealthcare.org/
Quick Screening Test for Dementia 
Entry page to a screening test for dementia from the Medical Care Corporation. Interact with the disclaimer and you can take the test for yourself or a loved one.
http://www.mccare.com/english/
St. Anne Home Web Page 
St. Anne Home is a ministry of the Felician Sisters of Pennsylvania dedicated to the continued healing mission of Jesus Christ by providing a continuum of care and support services for adults, their families, and their caregivers.
http://www.stannehome.org
Study results of survival rates of older surgical patients 
Results of nationwide study by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) and published in the April 11, 2002, issue of The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM): "Nationwide Study Confirms that Older Patients Who Need Certain High-Risk S
http://www.ahcpr.gov/news/press/pr2002/birkmeypr.htm
UAMS Department of Geriatrics 
Geriatric information and resources from the University of Arkansas for Medical Science.
http://www.geriatrics.uams.edu./
|
|