Home Tour ~ San Luis Obispo Tour ~ Pismo Beach Related Links FAQs About Us Contact Us 1377 Woodside Drive San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 ~ 108 Holly Way Pismo Beach, CA 93449 Phone 805-541-4054 Fax 805-541-4094 CA Lic# 405801469 www.AuntCarolsPlace.com Associations: AARP (http://www.aarp.org): The American Association of Retired Persons is the nation's leading organization for people 50 and older American Medical Association (www.ama-assn.org) Center for Health Care Rights (www.healthcarerights.org): Dedicated to assuring consumer access to quality health care through information, education, counseling, advocacy and research program California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform (http://www.canhr.org): Contents include the latest news regarding nursing homes, information about elder abuse and residential care, attorney resources, as well as reports and studies California Association of Health Facilities (http://www.cahf.org): Provides extensive information concerning long-term care California Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (http://www.aging.org): An organization involved in ensuring quality health services for seniors Congress of California Seniors (http://www.seniors.org): This organization takes stands on issues of importance to midlife and older persons and their families Family Caregiver Alliance (www.caregiver.org): Policies, perceptions and support for family caregivers Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles, Senior Outreach Services (http://www.jfs-sos.org): Geriatric Care Management program offered throughout Los Angeles County for a reasonable fee. Office or in-home consultation, customized, personalized written evaluation and care plan. ongoing monitoring and management and arranging of community resources, facilitation of medical care, follow-up with family, caregivers and healthcare professionals, etc. Bill paying, psychotherapy. A+ Caregiver Referral Service offering reasonable home care rates. References are checked and fingerprinting is done. Government: Administration on Aging (www.aoa.gov): Information designed for Older Americans and their families as well as those concerned about providing the opportunities and services to enrich the lives of older persons and support of their independence California Care Network Links (http://www.calcarenet.ca.gov/links.asp): Links to California state departments that deal with health care California Department of Health Services (http://www.dhs.ca.gov): The home page for the California Department of Health Services; includes press releases, links, and health warnings provided by the California Department of Health Services California Department of Insurance (http://www.insurance.ca.gov): This site provides information and brochures on health insurance, long term care, Medicare, and the independent medical review program Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (http://www.cms.hhs.gov): Provides information to consumers regarding Medicare and Medicaid services California Department of Mental Health (http://www.dmh.cahwnet.gov/default.asp) Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) (http://www.hud.gov): HUD is the Federal agency responsible for addressing America's housing needs and improving and developing the nation's communities. Department of Social Services (retirement & assisted living homes) (www.ccld.ca.gov) Department of Social Services (http://www.dss.cahwnet.gov/cdssweb): Provides useful links and information regarding social service programs and news HUD Section 8 Low Income Housing Search (http://www.hud.gov/apps/section8/index.cfm) Medi-Cal (http://www.medi-cal.ca.gov): Medi-Cal program Medicare (http://www.medicare.gov): The official U.S. Government Site for Medicare Information with available inspection reports on nursing homes Medigap Policies http://www.medicare.gov/publications/pubs/pdf/finalmed.pdf): Contains a Medicare Personal Plan Finder which can be used to learn about the health plan choices you are entitled to if you are a Medicare beneficiary Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD) (http://www.oshpd.cahwnet.gov): The home page for the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development Social Security Administration Access (www.seniors.gov): Government Services and Benefits for Seniors and related topics of interest Social Security Administration (http://www.ssa.gov) State of California Directory of Ombudsman: (www.ltcombudsman.org) Directory of state long-term care ombudsman programs Health Care Resources: Alzheimer's Association (http://www.alz.org) The Alzheimer's Association provides useful information about Alzheimer's Disease, discussing both medical issues and public policy American Academy of Ophthalmology (www.aao.org) American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org) American Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.org) American Heart Association (www.americanheart.org) American Lung Association (www.lungusa.org) American Parkinson's Disease Association (www.apdaparkinson.com) Health A to Z (www.healthatoz.com) Health Information (www.healthfinder.gov): Guide to reliable health information Medscape – Online healthcare news & links (www.medscape.com) National Stroke Association (www.stroke.org): Reducing the incidence & impact of stroke Nursing Home Guide (http://www.nursinghomeguide.org): Contains useful information on all of California's nursing homes and issues pertaining to nursing facilities Pharmacy Index (www.rxlist.com) Housing Resources: Care Homes Guide (http://www.carehomesguide.com): Senior living search for residential, nursing and retirement homes throughout the United Kingdom. HUD Section 8 Low Income Housing Search (http://www.hud.gov/apps/section8/index.cfm) Real Estate: JCH Consulting Group (www.jchgroupinc.com): Specialists in the sale of Health Care Facilities throughout the United States. Assisted Living Facilities, Board & Care Homes, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Day Care Facilities, Retirement Hotels, and Developmentally Disabled Homes are the focus. Veteran's Assistance: Veteran's Express (www.veterans-express.com): Additional $$ to move to assisted living may be available through the Veteran's Aid & Attendance benefit for eligible veteran's and their spouses, or widow(ers). Veteran's Express will provide assistance to determine eligibility and handle the application process, at no charge to the consumers who meet their criteria. Other Senior Resources: Caregifters Medical Supplies (http://www.caregifters.com): Providing over 15,000 medical supply items competitively priced and shipped direct. Bet Tzedek (http://www.bettzedek.org): Providing legal services for families and seniors in need. A user friendly guide to nursing home laws and practices Elder Rage, or Take My Father… Please! How to Survive Caring for Aging Parents A Book-of-the-Month Club Selection http://www.ElderRage.com Coping With Caregiving—Internet Radio Program http://www.wsRadio.com/CopingWithCaregiving Eldercare Web (www.elderweb.com): Senior resources and topics of interest.