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The following are news and announcements from companies, non-profits and government entities providing services for older adults and seniors in Colorado Springs, Fountain, Manitou Springs, Monument, Security and the surrounding area.
American Cancer Society
800-ACS-2345
The American Cancer Society is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by saving lives,
diminishing suffering and preventing cancer through research, education, advocacy and service. Founded in
1913 and with national headquarters in Atlanta, the Society has 14 regional Divisions and local offices in
3,400 communities, involving millions of volunteers across the United States.
www.cancer.org
American Diabetes Association
800-342-2383
The American Diabetes Association is the nation's premier voluntary health organization supporting diabetes
research, information and advocacy. Founded in 1940, the Association's mission is to prevent and cure
diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. The Association's commitment to
research is reflected through its scientific meetings; education and provider recognition programs; and its
Research Foundation and Nationwide Research Program, which fund breakthrough studies looking into the cure,
prevention, and treatment of diabetes and its complications.
www.diabetes.org
American Heart Association
800-242-8721
Since 1924 the American Heart Association has helped protect people of all ages and ethnicities from the
ravages of heart disease and stroke. These diseases, the nation's No. 1 and No. 3 killers, and other
cardiovascular diseases, claim nearly a million American lives a year. The association invested more than
$348 million in fiscal year 2002-03 for research, professional and public education, and advocacy so people
across America learn what they can do to reduce their risk and live stronger, longer lives.
www.americanheart.org
BenefitsCheckUp
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The National Council of Aging created this website to help older adults to quickly identify programs that
may improve the quality of their lives. You take 10 or 15 minutes to enter information about your financial
situation into an online questionnaire. BenefitsCheckUp is completely confidential.
www.benefitscheckup.org
Colorado Housing Counseling Coalition - CHCC
The Colorado Housing Counseling Coalition promotes financial education from HUD Approved Counseling Agencies
and free classes. Protect yourself with Financial Knowledge before you sign any documents regarding your
home - browse our website and learn about HUD Approved Counseling Agencies.
www.ColoradoHousingCounseling.com
Eldercare Locator
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Tel: 800-677-1116
The Eldercare Locator helps older adults and their caregivers find local services & housing options for
seniors. If you want more specific references call us at 1-800-677-1116, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to
8:00 p.m., Eastern Time.
www.eldercare.gov
Healthy Aging Information
The National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion maintains a website that offers
valuable information on healthy aging for adults. From information on health related behaviors, chronic and
infectious disease, good nutrition, common injuries for adults, immunization guidelines and more - the
website is a great educational and reference tool for healthy aging.
www.cdc.gov/aging
Meals on Wheels Association of America - MOWAA
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Meals on Wheels Association of America - MOWAA is a national, nonprofit organization providing training and
grants to programs that provide food to older people, and those who are frail, disabled, at-risk, or
homebound. They have website search feature to look for services in your area.
www.mowaa.org
SeventySomething.org
A unique gateway to Web sites that focus on events of the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s and to the challenges and
opportunities we currently face.
www.seventysomething.org
Third Age
An online media and direct marketing company focused exclusively on serving the needs of midlife adults --
generally those in their 40s, 50s and 60s -- and those who want to build a genuine relationship with them
www.thirdage.com
"Winter-nest" Assisted Living For Snowbirds
For many years Snowbirds have headed to Florida for warm winter vacations but as we age some of our abilities change. Up north at their summer homes, family is there to help and now Snowbird Assisted Living is there for the winter season in sunny St. Cloud Florida. Please call Noreen Jorgensen at her Snowbird Assisted Living "Winter-nest" at 518-883-4611.
www.snowbirdswinternest.com
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