AARP

AARP is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to addressing the needs and interests of persons 50 and older. Through information and education, advocacy and service, they seek to enhance the quality of life for all by promoting independence,dignity and purpose. See the Health and Wellness page. More AARP Info

 

 

Alzheimer’s Association

The Alzheimer’s Association is the largest national voluntary health organization supporting Alzheimer’s research and care. On this site, you’ll find information about the disease, their programs and services, and their advocacy efforts More Alzheimer’s Info

 

 

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons provides education and practice management services for orthopedic surgeons and allied health professionals. The Academy also serves as an advocate for improved patient care and informs the public about the science of orthopedics. The orthopedist’s scope of practice includes disorders of the body’s bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. More AAOS Info

 

 

American Diabetes Association

The American Diabetes Association is the nation’s leading nonprofit health organization providing diabetes research, information and advocacy. The mission of the organization is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. More ADA Info

 

 

American Heart Association

The American Heart Association is the nation’s largest voluntary health agency fighting heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases. More AHA Info

 

 

Arizona Better Business Bureau

The Arizona Better Business Bureau is a nonprofit organization committed to the belief that the majority of marketplace problems can be corrected through voluntary self-regulation. They champion the cause of consumers and hold businesses accountable to the highest standards of honesty in their advertising and selling. More BBB Info

 

 

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is a federal agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. CMS runs the Medicare and Medicaid programs – two national health care programs that benefit about 75 million Americans. And with the Health Resources and Services Administration, CMS runs the State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), a program that is expected to cover many of the approximately 10 million uninsured children in the U.S. More CMS Info

 

 

Joint Commission

An independent, not-for-profit organization, The Joint Commission accredits and certifies more than 15,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States. Joint Commission accreditation and certification is recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to meeting certain performance standards.More JCo Info

 

 

National Council On Aging

Founded in 1950, The National Council On the Aging is the nation’s first association of organizations and professionals dedicated to promoting the dignity, self-determination, well being, and contributions of older persons. More NCOA Info

 

 

National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse

The National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse (NDIC) is an information dissemination service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). The NIDDK is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), one of eight health agencies of the Public Health Service, which is under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. More NDIC Info

 

 

National Multiple Sclerosis Society

The mission of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society is to end the devastating effects of MS. The Society and its network of chapters nationwide promote research, educate, advocate on critical issues, and organize a wide range of programs – including support for the newly diagnosed and those living with MS over time. More NMSS Info

 

 

Seniors League

With 1.2 million supporters, TREA Senior Citizens League (TSCL) is one of the nation’s largest nonpartisan seniors groups. TSCL was first established as a special project of The Retired Enlisted Association (TREA). On January 1, 1995, TSCL became an independent 501[c][4] citizens’ action organization.More Seniors League Info

 

 

Social Security Administration

We deliver services through a nationwide network of over 1,400 offices that include regional offices, field offices, card centers, teleservice centers, processing centers, hearing offices, the Appeals Council, and our State and territorial partners, the Disability Determination Services. We also have a presence in U.S. embassies around the globe. For the public, we are the “face of the government.” The rich diversity of our employees mirrors the public we serve.More SSA Info

 

 

U.S. Government Website for Medicare

This official U.S. Government site for Medicare provides up-to-date information about Medicare, Medicare health plans, consumer publication, nursing homes, fraud and abuse. View the Medicare handbook, Medicare and You and the Guide to Health Insurance for People with Medicare and Your Medicare Coverage. More Medicare Info