An important function of the Center on Aging is the timely dissemination of information related to developments in aging. Click on the links below for current information that includes date of posting.
Click here to visit the new Medicare Prescription Drug Benefits Information page for Medicare consumers, caregivers, and professionals
Scam Uses "Cost of Living"
The Social Security Administration published a warning November 7, 2006 regarding a new email scam. Those most likely to be tricked are those who could receive information about a "cost of living increase", i.e. the elderly, or those who are not particularly computer savvy. Those who have a vulnerable customer or citizen base may want to take some action to inform the public. http://www.ssa.gov/pressoffice/pr/colaPhishingScam-pr.htm
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Center on Aging Calendar of Educational Events
Census and Demographic Data
Includes cumulative releases from the 2000 Census
Clinical and Service Delivery News
New! Includes Service Funding Opportunities
Data Resources
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Research News
Includes Clinical and Population-based Research,
Basic Research in Aging
and Research Funding OpportunitiesResources
Includes Websites;
Sources for Books, pamphlets, papers; etcHonors and Awards in Aging
Newsletters
Includes such topics as Longevity, Teaching Gerontology, Family Caregiving, Geriatrics and Nutrition
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Resources for Professionals and Consumers
Other Consumer information can be found on links page