Community Supports for Rural Aging in Place and Independent Living – Resources

National Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Study (NPALS)
Biennial study that monitors trends in the supply, provision, and use of the major sectors of paid, regulated long-term care services. Covers inpatient rehabilitation facilities, long-term care hospitals, adult day services centers, assisted living and residential care communities, home health agencies, hospices, and nursing homes. Formerly called the National Study of Long-Term Care Providers (NSLTCP).
Type: Website
Sponsoring organization: National Center for Health Statistics
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ACL Regional Support Centers
Lists the regional administer and contact information for the Administration for Community Living (ACL) Regional Support Centers responsible for the development, coordination, and administration of ACL regional programs and activities.
Type: Directory
Sponsoring organization: Administration for Community Living
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Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly
An overview of the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) program, which provides comprehensive medical and social services to certain frail, community-dwelling elderly individuals, most of whom are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid benefits.
Type: Website
Sponsoring organization: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
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Eldercare Locator
Connects older Americans and their caregivers with sources of information on senior services. Links those who need assistance with state and local area agencies on aging and community-based organizations that serve older adults and their caregivers.
Type: Directory
Sponsoring organization: Administration for Community Living
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ADA.gov
Information and technical assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Web site includes many publications on ADA topics. A toll-free information line is also available:
800.514.0301 (voice)
1.833.610.1264 (TTY)
Type: Website
Sponsoring organization: U.S. Department of Justice
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Directory of Centers for Independent Living (CILs) and Associations
State-by-state directory of independent living centers and the counties they serve, with address, phone, and email contact information.
Type: Directory
Sponsoring organization: ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization)
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Native Aging Visions
Newsletter with articles that address Native aging, health, and related issues. Also includes updates on the work of the National Resource Center on Native American Aging.
Type: Journal/Newsletter
Sponsoring organization: National Resource Center on Native American Aging
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