Support and Information
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
Categories: Research, Education, and Advocacy5600 Fishers Lane
Rockville, MD, 20857
Email : 301-427-1364Website : http://www.ahrq.gov/patients-consumers/index.html
Aging Care Caregiver Forum
Categories: CaregivingWebsite : http://www.agingcare.com/Caregiver-ForumDescription : An online forum where caregivers can ask questions and receive suggestions from other caregivers.
American Bar Association (ABA)
Categories: Legal1050 Connecticut Ave. N. W., Suite 400
Washington, DC, 20036
Website : http://www.americanbar.orgTelephone : 202-662-1000Telephone : 800-285-2221
American Heart Association
Categories: Research, Education, and AdvocacyWestchester Fairfield Region Office
501 Merritt 7, PH
Norwalk, CT, 06851
Website : http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Affiliate/Purchase/NewYork/Home_UCM_FDA115_AffiliatePage.jspTelephone : 203-295-2950Description : Hudson Valley Region Office: 301 Manchester Road, Suite 105 Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 845-867-5370 http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Affiliate/Poughkeepsie/New+York/Home_UCM_FDA108_AffiliatePage.jsp
American Kidney Fund
Categories: Research, Education, and Advocacy11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300
Rockville, MD, 20852
Website : http://www.kidneyfund.orgTelephone : 800-638-8299
ARC-Westchester
Categories: Disability265 Saw Mill River Road (9A)
Hawthorne, NY, 10532
Email : info@archwestchester.orgWebsite : http://www.arcwestchester.orgTelephone : 914-949-9300Description : Supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including individuals on the autism spectrum, and their families.
At Home on the Sound
Categories: Aging-in-PlaceP.O. Box 523
545 Tompkins Avenue
Mamaroneck, NY, 10543
Website : http://www.athomeonthesound.orgTelephone : 914-899-3150Description : The mission of At Home on the Sound is to improve the quality of life for adults age sixty and older who choose to live in the Larchmont/Mamaroneck area. We provide an array of individualized services and group activities designed to enhance their comfort, safety, and connection to the community.
Bereavement Center of Westchester
Categories: BereavementLawrence Community Health Services 670 White Plains Road
Scarsdale, NY, 10583
Email : info@thebereavementcenter.orgWebsite : http://www.thebereavementcenter.orgTelephone : 914-787-6158
Cancer Support Team
Categories: Cancer , Palliative Care - Additional , Transportation2900 Westchester Avenue, Suite 103
Purchase, NY, 10577
Website : http://www.cancersupportteam.orgTelephone : 914-777-2777
CardioSmart (American College of Cardiology)
Categories: Research, Education, and Advocacy2400 N Street NW
Washington, DC, 20037
Website : http://www.cardiosmart.org
Caregiver Action Network
Categories: CaregivingWebsite : http://caregiveraction.org/family-caregiver-toolboxDescription : The toolbox offers extensive information, including a detailed resource page.
Caring Connections (National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization)
Categories: CaregivingEmail : caringinfo@nhpco.orgWebsite : http://www.caringinfo.orgTelephone : 800-658-8898Description : Overview of all aspects of caregiving and matters to consider.
Center for Medicare Advocacy
Categories: Medicare/Medicaid & Insurance , Research, Education, and AdvocacyWebsite : http://www.medicareadvocacy.org/self-help-packet-for-expedited-home-health-care-appeals-including-improvement-standard-denials/Telephone : 860-456-7790
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Categories: Research, Education, and Advocacy1600 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA, 30329
Website : http://www.cdc.govTelephone : 800-232-4636
Compassion and Support at the End of Life
Categories: Advance Care Planning , Research, Education, and AdvocacyWebsite : http://www.compassionandsupport.org/index.php/for_patients_familiesDescription : An overview of the many things you might want to consider in your planning.
The Conversation Project
Categories: Advance Care PlanningWebsite : http://www.theconversationproject.orgDescription : Focus is on helping families have end-of-life conversations
DOROT Westchester
Categories: Palliative Care - Additional , Support and InformationWebsite : http://www.dorotusa.org/site/PageServer?pagename=westchester_DTelephone : 212-769-2850Description : Westchester telephone numbers: 914-522-7315 and 914-844-3460.
End of Life Choices New York
Categories: Research, Education, and Advocacy120 East 23rd Street
New York, NY, 10010
Email : laurie@endoflifechoicesny.orgWebsite : http://endoflifechoicesny.orgTelephone : 212-726-2010Description : Laurie Leonard, Executive Director
Evelyn Frank Legal Resources Program (NY Legal Assistance Group)
Categories: Legal , Medicare/Medicaid & InsuranceWebsite : http://wnylc.com/health/afile/176/2/Telephone : 212-613-7310Description : Helps resolve Medicaid, Medicare, home care services, and public benefits issues affecting older adults and people with disabilities.
Everplans
Categories: Advance Care Planning20 West 20th Street, Suite 1004
New York, NY, 10011
Website : http://www.everplans.comDescription : A tool that can help you keep track of your planning and share your wishes.
Family Caregiver Alliance (National Center of Caregiving)
Categories: Caregiving785 Market Street; Suite 750
San Francisco, CA, 94103
Email : kkelly@caregiver.orgWebsite : http://www.caregiver.orgTelephone : 415-434-3388Telephone : 800-445-8106Description : Offers a personalized tool to support and educate family caregivers in a broad range of areas.
Family Services of Westchester
Categories: Adult Day Care , Transportation1 Gateway Plaza, 4th Floor
Port Chester, NY, 10573
Website : http://www.fsw.orgTelephone : 914-937-2320
Family Wize
Categories: MiscellaneousWebsite : http://familywize.orgDescription : Helps families save on prescription drugs.
Friends of Karen
Categories: Bereavement118 Titicus Road
North Salem, NY, 10560
Website : http://www.friendsofkaren.orgTelephone : 914-277-4547
Get Palliative Care (Center to Advance Palliative Care)
Categories: Research, Education, and AdvocacyWebsite : http://www.getpalliativecare.org
Gramatan Village
Categories: Aging-in-Place , Support and Information85 Pondfield Road
Bronxville, NY, 10708
Website : http://www.gramatanvillage.orgTelephone : 914-337-1338
Growth House
Categories: Research, Education, and Advocacy2261 Market Street, #199A
San Francisco, CA, 94114
Email : info@growthhouse.orgWebsite : http://www.growthhouse.orgTelephone : 415-863-3045
Gunderson Health System
Categories: Advance Care Planning1900 South Ave.
La Crosse, WI, 54601
Website : http://www.gundersenhealth.org/advance-careTelephone : 800-362-9567Description : Advance Care Planning - Making Choices® offers a simple two-page check list to keep on hand when you plan. Visit their website to download PDF.
HealthCare Interactive
Categories: Alzheimer's & Dementia , Research, Education, and Advocacy3300 Edinborough Way, Suite 400
Minneapolis, MN, 55435
Website : http://www.hcinteractive.comTelephone : 952-928-7722Description : Innovative, video-based, online education programs for family and professional caregivers of people with memory loss, dementia, and Alzheimer's.
The Lanza Center for All Ages (Family Services of Westchester)
Categories: Adult Day Care , Transportation106 North Broadway
White Plains, NY, 10606
Website : http://www.fsw.org/cfaaTelephone : 914-422-8100Description : Social model; intergenerational adult day care with dementia support
Legal Services of the Hudson Valley
Categories: LegalWebsite : http://www.lshv.orgWebsite : http://www.lshv.org/contact/our-offices.html Telephone : 877-574-8529Description : LSHV offers free legal services for those who cannot afford an attorney. Serves Westchester, Putnam, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster and Sullivan counties.
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Categories: Research, Education, and Advocacy3 International Drive, Suite 200 (National Office)
Rye Brook, NY, 10573
Email : infocenter@lls.orgWebsite : http://www.lls.org/Telephone : 914-949-5213Description : LLS Connecticut, Westchester, Hudson Valley Chapter: 3 Landmark Square, Suite 330 Stamford, CT 06901 203-388-9160 http://www.lls.org/connecticut-westchester-hudson-valley
Life Options (A Program of Medical Education Institute Inc.)
Categories: Research, Education, and Advocacy414 D'Onofrio Drive, Suite 200
Madison, WI, 53719
Website : http://www.lifeoptions.orgTelephone : 800-468-7777
Lotsa Helping Hands
Categories: CaregivingWebsite : http://www.lotsahelpinghands.comDescription : An online calendar tool to help coordinate meal deliveries and other needs for a caregiving family.
McGrath and Son Funeral Home
Categories: Funeral Homes , Support and Information20 Cedar Street
Bronxville, NY, 10708
Email : info@mcgrathandson.comWebsite : http://www.mcgrathandson.comTelephone : 914-337-6770
Medicare Rights Center
Categories: Medicare/Medicaid & Insurance266 West 37th Street, 3rd Floor
New York, NY, 10018
Email : info@medicarerights.orgWebsite : http://www.medicarerights.orgTelephone : 800-333-4114 (National Helpline)Description : A national, non-profit consumer service organization that works to ensure access to affordable health care for older adults and people with disabilities through counseling and advocacy, educational programs, and public policy initiatives.
Medicare. gov (The official U.S. Government Site for Medicare)
Categories: Medicare/Medicaid & Insurance7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD, 21244
Website : http://www.medicare.govTelephone : 800-633-4227
Muscular Dystrophy Association
Categories: ALS , Research, Education, and AdvocacyNational Office
222 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1500
Chicago, Illinois, 60606
Website : http://www.mdausa.orgTelephone : 800-572-1717
My Second Home (Family Services of Westchester)
Categories: Adult Day Care , Transportation95 Radio Circle Drive
Mt. Kisco, NY, 10549
Website : http://www.fsw.org/our-programs/my-second-homeTelephone : 914-241-0770Description : Social model; intergenerational adult day care with dementia support
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Categories: Research, Education, and Advocacy9000 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, Maryland, 20892
Website : http://www.nih.gov/icd/Telephone : 301-496-4000
New York State Partnership for Long-Term care
Categories: Medicare/Medicaid & InsuranceNYS Department of Health
One Commerce Plaza, Rm. 1620
Albany, NY, 12210
Website : http://www.nyspltc.orgTelephone : 866-950-7526
Next Step in Care
Categories: CaregivingWebsite : http://www.nextstepincare.orgDescription : An online tool for understanding the steps to consider when someone is moving from one care setting to another.
NY Connects (New York State Office for the Aging)
Categories: Aging-in-Place9 South First Avenue, 10th Floor
Mt. Vernon, NY, 10550
Website : http://www.nyconnects.ny.govTelephone : 914-813-6300
NYS Insurance Information, Counseling, and Assistance (NY.gov)
Categories: Medicare/Medicaid & InsuranceDepartment of Senior Programs & Services
9 South First Avenue, 10th Floor
Mt. Vernon, NY, 10550
Website : http://www.aging.ny.gov/HealthBenefitsTelephone : 914-813-6100Telephone : 800-701-0501
Pace University, Elizabeth Haub School of Law/Elder Justice Unit
Categories: LegalWebsite : http://www.law.pace.edu/elder-justice-unitDescription : Makes information and legal support easily available to the elderly on issues that concern their well-being and safety.
Parkinson’s Disease Foundation
Categories: Research, Education, and Advocacy1359 Broadway, Suite 1509
New York, NY, 10018
Website : http://www.pdf.orgTelephone : 212-923-4700
Pathways to Care (Westchester Jewish Community Services)
Categories: Bereavement , Palliative Care - Additional , Support and Information845 North Broadway
White Plains, NY, 10603
Website : http://www.ujafedny.org/what-we-do/help-people-in-need/pathways-to-careTelephone : 914-761-0600 x140
Ride-Connect (Family Services of Westchester)
Categories: TransportationWebsite : http://www.rideconnectwestchester.orgTelephone : 914-242-7433Description : Help older adults in Southern Putnam and Westchester Counties find the most cost-effective transportation options for adults aged 60+ for social, personal, and medical needs.
RX-Assist
Categories: MiscellaneousWebsite : http://www.rxassist.orgDescription : Helps patients find medication at reduced cost.
Senior Law Day
Categories: Legal , MiscellaneousWebsite : http://www.seniorlawday.infoDescription : Senior Law Day occurs annually and is an opportunity to participate in workshops and to speak with lawyers and other experts about topics such as: advance care planning and documentation; Medicare; Medicaid, preservation of assets and pooled trusts; financial planning; powers of attorney; wills, trusts, taxes and financial planning; elder abuse; mental health support for seniors.
Speak Sooner
Categories: Advance Care PlanningWebsite : http://www.speaksooner.orgDescription : Offers general reading and a workbook for saving your answers to important questions to discuss with your medical providers and family.
SPRYE
Categories: Aging-in-Place55 S. Main Street, 3rd Floor
Port Chester, NY, 10573
Email : director@sprye.orgWebsite : http://www.sprye.orgTelephone : 914-481-5706Description : SPRYE (Staying Put in Rye & Environs) Mailing Address: P.O. Box 748 Rye, NY 10580
Thru My Eyes
Categories: Research, Education, and AdvocacyWebsite : http://www.thrumyeyes.orgTelephone : 914-725-1836
The Washington Home Center for Palliative Care Studies
Categories: Research, Education, and Advocacy4200 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC, 20016
Website : http://www.rand.org/health/centers/archive/endoflife.htmlTelephone : 202-895-2625
Westchester County Bar Association (WCBA)
Categories: Advance Care Planning , LegalWebsite : http://www.wcbany.orgWebsite : http://www.wcbany.org/?page=ReferralPublicDescription : For $40, you can receive a 30-minute consultation to help you find a lawyer to learn what the expected fee would be for the issue you need to address.
Westchester County Department of Social Services
Categories: Medicare/Medicaid & Insurance , Westchester County Services148 Martine Avenue
White Plains, NY, 10601
Website : http://socialservices.westchestergov.com/district-officesTelephone : 914-995-3333Description : Provides a variety of services to Westchester residents from four service centers. Services include Medicaid, SNAP (formerly known as Food Stamps), Temporary Assistance, and Homeless Services. NOTE: Contact information for service centers in Mt. Vernon, Peekskill, White Plains, and Yonkers available on website page listed above.
Westchester County Office for the Disabled
Categories: Disability , Westchester County Services148 Martine Avenue
Room 936
White Plains, NY, 10601
Website : http://disabled.westchestergov.comTelephone : 914-285-2960
Westchester County Veterans Service Agency
Categories: Disability , Medicare/Medicaid & Insurance , Westchester County Services112 East Post Road, 4th Floor, Room 442
White Plains, NY, 10601
Website : http://veterans.westchestergov.com/contact-usTelephone : 914-995-2145Description : Serves veterans and their families in Westchester. Among other services, the office advises and assists veterans and their families with benefit applications to the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Westchester Disabled on the Move, Inc. (WDOMI)
Categories: Disability , Medicare/Medicaid & Insurance984 North Broadway, Suite LL-10
Yonkers, NY, 10701
Website : http://wdom.orgTelephone : 914-968-4717Description : Among other programs, advises individuals with disabilities and HIV/AIDS on how to access benefits and live independently.
Westchester End-of-Life Coalition
Categories: Research, Education, and Advocacy81 Pondfield Road
#135
Bronxville, NY, 10708
Website : http://www.westchesterendoflife.org
Westchester Funeral Home
Categories: Funeral Homes , Support and Information190 Main Street
Eastchester, New York, 10707
Website : http://www.westchesterfuneralhome.comTelephone : 914-337-4585
Westchester Independent Living Center (WILC)
Categories: Disability , Medicare/Medicaid & Insurance10 County Center Road, 2nd Floor
White Plains, NY, 10607
Website : http://wilc.org/INFORMATION_CENTER.htmTelephone : 914-682-3926Description : Provides information, counseling, and guidance.
Westchester Library System – Senior Benefit Information Centers (SBIC)
Categories: Medicare/Medicaid & Insurance540 White Plains Road, Suite 200
Tarrytown, NY, 10591
Email : sbic@wlsmail.orgWebsite : http://www.westchesterlibraries.org/senior-benefits-information-centers/Telephone : 914-674-3600Description : Provides free counseling about available benefits to residents age 60 and above.
WestFair Rides
Categories: Transportation487 East Main Street #218
Mt. Kisco, NY, 10549
Email : info@westfairrides.orgWebsite : http://www.westfairrides.orgTelephone : 914-764-3533Description : Provides volunteer rides to medical appointments for older adults as well as adults with vision impairments.
