10 Resources For Living Independently As A Senior – AgingInPlace
www.aginginplace.org/10-resources-for-living-independently-as-a-senior/
Provides a curated list of resources and tips to help seniors live independently, covering topics such as home modifications, transportation, healthcare, and social support.

AARP Foundation
www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/
Aims to combat senior poverty through various programs and initiatives focused on economic security, housing, hunger relief, and workforce development.

 ACL Administration for Community Living
www.acl.gov/programs/aging-and-disability-networks
Information on federal programs and resources aimed at supporting older adults and individuals with disabilities to live independently and participate fully in their communities.

Advocacy Letters – National Association of the Deaf
www.nad.org/resources/advocacy-letters/
This link has templates or examples of advocacy letters related to healthcare issues. Advocacy letters are written to express concerns, opinions, or requests to policymakers or stakeholders in the healthcare system, aiming to influence decision-making and bring about positive change.

American Foundation for the Blind
www.afb.org/blindness-and-low-vision
Provides a range of resources for individuals who are blind or have low vision to support their independence and well-being.

APHConnectCenter
800-232-5463
www.aphconnectcenter.org/
Help finding services, resources, and information related to vision loss. Empowering people toward greater independence and lifelong success by providing curated information and resources to assist children, parents, job seekers, adults, and older people who are blind or have vision loss.

Free Eye Exam – Eye Care America
877-887-6327
www.eyecareamerica.org
Provides free eye exam for qualifying seniors. Eligible individuals receive medical eye exams and up to 1 year of care for any disease.

Help America Hear
888-580-8886
www.helpamericahear.org
Our mission is to provide hearing aids through an application process to qualifying individuals with limited financial resources who cannot obtain them on their own, as well as a scholarship to help fund the educational opportunities of those with hearing loss.

Lions Clubs International
https://directory.lionsclubs.org
The Lions Clubs will, among other things, support hearing loss prevention, promote education, offer testing and screenings, and the non-profit will assist children and adults who are deaf or hearing impaired. The Lions Club HARP/Hearing Aid Recycling Program offers hearing aids to those in need. If you’re looking for hearing aid assistance, use the Club Locator to find and send a message to the club closest to you.

Meals on Wheels America
www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/
Meals on Wheels America is a national organization that provides nutritious meals and support services to homebound seniors across the United States. Their mission is to combat hunger and isolation among older adults by delivering meals and fostering social connections.

The National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics
703-647-7427
www.nafcclinics.org/find-clinic
NAFC provides lists of medical, dental, pharmacy, vision and/or behavioral health services to economically disadvantaged individuals.

National Family Association for the DeafBlind
www.nfadb.org/Adult-Life-Resources
Aims to combat senior poverty through various programs and initiatives focused on economic security, housing, hunger relief, and workforce development.

National Federation of the Blind (NFB)
410-659-9314
www.nfb.org/about-us/state-affiliates
Through our network of blind members, we coordinate many programs, services, and resources to defend the rights of blind Americans, provide information and support to blind children and adults, and build a community that creates a future full of opportunities.

National Federation of the Blind (NFB)
www.nfb.org/resources
Offers resources and support for adults who are DeafBlind and their families, focusing on enhancing quality of life and independence.

National Institute on Aging
www.nia.nih.gov
Offers research-based information and resources on health and aging, covering topics such as healthy aging, diseases, caregiving, and longevity.

National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders Information Clearinghouse
800-352-9424
www.nidcd.nih.gov
Conducts and supports research in the normal and disordered processes of hearing, balance, taste, smell, voice, speech, and language. Provides information and referral to local Resources.

Prescription Glasses – New Eyes
973-376-4903
www.new-eyes.org/application
New Eyes offers prescription eyeglasses to children and adults in need. You can’t sign up directly — you’ll need help from a professional, like a doctor or someone in a social services agency.

Programs for Older Adults – U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
www.hhs.gov/programs/social-services/programs-for-seniors/index.html
Offers information on federal programs and services specifically designed to meet the needs of seniors, including healthcare, housing assistance, nutrition programs, and legal services.

Resources Near You – U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
www.hhs.gov/aging/state-resources/index.html
Provides access to resources and services available in your local area, covering a wide range of topics including healthcare, aging, disabilities, and social services.

USAging
www.usaging.org/
A website dedicated to aging-related resources, services, and research in the United States, providing information and support for older adults, caregivers, and aging service professionals.

VisionAware
800-232-5463
www.aphconnectcenter.org/visionaware/
VisionAware helps adults who are losing their sight continue to live full and independent lives by providing timely information, step-by-step daily living techniques, a directory of national and local services, and a supportive online community.

List updated in August 2024.

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