Retirement Housing Resources
Eldercare Locator
The first step to finding resources for older adults in any U.S. community.
800.677.1116
www.eldercare.gov
Americans With Disabilities
DisabilityInfo.gov – U.S. Dept. of Labor (DOL)
A comprehensive online resource that provides quick and easy access to information for people with disabilities, including government programs on benefits, civil rights, community life, housing, health, technology and transportation.
800.FED.INFO (800.333.4636)
www.disabilityinfo.gov/digov-public/public/DisplayPage.do?parentFolderId=113
National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)
NDRN is a membership organization for the federally-mandated Protection and Advocacy (P&A) Systems and Client Assistance Programs (CAP) for individuals with disabilities. The Network provides local contacts for information and assistance.
202.408.9514
www.napas.org/aboutus/consumer.htm#res
Assisted Living
Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA)
A national organization dedicated to professionally-operated assisted living communities for older adults. It provides many resources for older adults and their families who are interested in learning more about assisted living or finding a residence.
703.691.8100
www.alfa.org
American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (AASHA)
A national organization whose members offer information and assistance on various group living options for older adults, including assisted living residences, continuing care retirement communities, senior housing and nursing homes.
202.783.2242
www.aahsa.org/consumer_info
Home Modification
Eldercare Locator
The Eldercare Locator offers a fact sheet on the full range of home modification issues and resources, including how to determine needs and identify costs and where to go for additional information.
800.677.1116
www.eldercare.gov/eldercare/Public/resources/fact_sheets/home_mod.asp
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
NHAB provides a web-based directory of Certified Aging-in-Place Specialists. The directory enables consumers to find remodelers or contractors who specialize in modifying homes to make them safer and more comfortable for older adults.
800.368.5242
www.nahb.org/directory.aspx?sectionID=686&directoryID=188
National Resource Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification (NRCSHHM)
A clearinghouse of information and materials that promotes aging-in-place and independent living for adults of all ages and abilities.
213.740.1364
www.homemods.org
Rebuilding Together
A national volunteer organization focused on the home repair and improvement needs of lower income homeowners. A search tool is available to identify local assistance.
800.4.REHAB.9 (800.473.4229)
www.rebuildingtogether.org
Housing Options
Administration on Aging (AoA) – U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
The online “Elders and Families” section offers a quick reference for older persons and their caregivers, on housing choices and a variety of aging-related topics.
202.619.0724
www.aoa.gov/eldfam/Housing/Housing.asp
AARP
Provides an assessment tool to help determine housing needs for older adults, as well as additional information and materials
888.OUR.AARP (888.687.2277)
www.aarp.org/families/housing_choices
U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Provides a range of information to help older adults make informed choices about housing options and financial assistance resources.
202.708.1112
www.hud.gov/groups/seniors.cfm
Legal Assistance
American Bar Association (ABA) Commission on Law and Aging
The ABA Commission on Law and Aging provides a listing of state-wide resources available to help older persons with law-related issues.
202.662.8690
www.abanet.org/aging/resources/statemap.shtml
Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) – U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
This office administers and enforces federal laws and establishes policies that ensure that all Americans have equal access to the housing of their choice. It provides information about housing rights for older adults and for persons with disabilities.
202.708.1112
www.hud.gov/offices/fheo/index.cfm
Mortgage Financing
AARP
AARP offers information on the range of issue and concerns regarding reversed mortgages, including a guide to compare options and a quick mortgage loan calculator.
888.OUR.AARP (888.687.2277)
www.aarp.org/money/revmort
National Reverse Mortgage Leaders Association
Provides information and materials to help consumers understand reverse mortgages, determine when they are a good option and find a local lender for assistance.
www.reversemortgage.org
Nursing Homes
Medicare
Nursing Home Compare is a tool that provides detailed information about the past performance of every Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home in the country.
1.800.MEDICARE (800.633.2273)
www.medicare.gov/NHCompare
The National Citizens' Coalition for Nursing Home Reform (NCCNHR)
Provides guidance in selecting a quality nursing home and protecting residents’ rights.
202.332.2275
http://www.nccnhr.org
National Senior Citizens Law Center (NSCLC)
The guide, Baby Boomer's Guide to Nursing Home Care, explains the many laws protecting nursing home residents and gives practical advice on how residents and their families can obtain the best nursing home care possible.
National Institutes of Health
National Institute on Aging
NIH Publication No. 03-3431
January 2004