“Resources for Seniors and Community Leaders”
This page is designed to support community leaders, caregivers, and the few older adults who have some access to technology—so they can help others who are digitally disconnected, isolated, or unaware of the services available to them.
Below you’ll find trusted, free resources that cover health, food, housing, transportation, legal support, and more. These links are safe to share and do not require permission. Whether you’re helping someone fill out a printed application or guiding them online, these tools make it easier to connect seniors with the support they deserve.R
If you need help understanding or using any of these resources, contact us. We’ll guide you with patience and care. 📬 Email: nilda.ucaging@gmail.com
Health
Medicare.gov – https://www.medicare.gov
Georgia SHIP – https://aging.georgia.gov/georgia-ship
BenefitsCheckUp.org – https://www.benefitscheckup.org
Medicaid.gov – https://www.medicaid.gov
Healthfinder.gov – https://www.healthfinder.gov
National Institute on Aging – https://www.nia.nih.gov
MyHealthfinder – https://www.health.gov/myhealthfinder
Food Assistance
FindHelp.org – https://www.findhelp.org
Feeding America – https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank
USDA Food and Nutrition Service – https://www.fns.usda.gov
Meals on Wheels America – https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org
Georgia Food Bank Association – https://georgiafoodbankassociation.org
Housing & Utilities
HUD Resource Locator – https://resources.hud.gov
LIHEAP – https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ocs/programs/liheap
Georgia Department of Community Affairs – https://www.dca.ga.gov
Gwinnett County Senior Services – https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/communityservices/seniorservices
Eldercare Locator – https://eldercare.acl.gov
Transportation
Atlanta Regional Commission – https://atlantaregional.org/aging-resources
National Aging and Disability Transportation Center – https://www.nadtc.org
Gwinnett County Transit – https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/departments/transportation/transit
Legal & Advocacy
Georgia Legal Services Program – https://www.glsp.org
Justice in Aging – https://justiceinaging.org
CFPB – Older Adults – https://www.consumerfinance.gov/consumer-tools/educator-tools/resources-for-older-adults
National Center on Law & Elder Rights – https://ncler.acl.gov
Mental Health & Wellness
National Institute on Aging – https://www.nia.nih.gov/health
Mental Health America – https://www.mhanational.org/issues/older-adults
CDC Healthy Aging – https://www.cdc.gov/aging/index.html
Alzheimer’s Association – https://www.alz.org
Education & Lifelong Learning
Senior Planet – https://seniorplanet.org
Academic Earth – https://academicearth.org
Alison – https://alison.com
Coursera – Free Courses – https://www.coursera.org/courses?query=free
Age Very Well – https://ageverywell.org/free-online-classes-for-seniors
General Help & Navigation
211.org – https://www.211.org
AARP – https://www.aarp.org
National Council on Aging – https://www.ncoa.org
Eldercare Locator – https://eldercare.acl.gov
Assisted Living Directory – https://www.assisted-living-directory.com
🏛️ Special Federal Resources for Aging
Administration for Community Living (ACL) https://acl.gov Supports older adults and people with disabilities through programs, research, and advocacy.
Eldercare Locator (ACL Service) https://eldercare.acl.gov Connects older adults and caregivers with local services and support nationwide.
LongTermCare.gov (ACL Initiative) https://longtermcare.acl.gov Provides tools and information for planning long-term care needs.
National Institute on Aging (NIA) https://www.nia.nih.gov Offers science-based health information and research on aging and Alzheimer’s disease.
Medicare.gov https://www.medicare.gov Official site for Medicare enrollment, coverage options, and plan comparisons.
Social Security Administration (SSA) https://www.ssa.gov Provides retirement, disability, and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.
Benefits.gov – Senior Benefits Section https://www.benefits.gov/categories/Senior Lists federal benefit programs available to older adults, including housing, nutrition, and financial aid.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – Geriatrics and Extended Care https://www.va.gov/GERIATRICS Resources for aging veterans including home care, adult day health care, and long-term care.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) https://www.cms.gov Regulates Medicare and Medicaid programs and provides policy updates and data.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau – Older Adults https://www.consumerfinance.gov/older-adults Protects older adults from financial abuse and offers tools for financial decision-making.
National Council on Aging (NCOA) https://www.ncoa.org While not a federal agency, NCOA partners with federal programs and offers tools for economic security, benefits access, and healthy aging.
