Gerontology and Nursing

• AARP

          Nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose         

          how they live as they age.

• Administration on Aging

  Federal agency that works to heighten awareness among other Federal agencies, organizations, groups, and the public about the valuable contributions that older Americans make to the nation.

   
• Alzheimer's Association

  Leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research.

   
• American Geriatrics Society

  Not-for-profit organization of health professionals devoted to improving the health, independence and quality of life of older people.

   
• Association for Gerontology in Higher Education

  The purpose of AGHE is to foster the commitment of higher education to the field of aging through education, research, and public service.

   
• Federal Interagency Forum on Aging-Related Statistics

  Mission is to encourage cooperation and collaboration among Federal agencies in order to improve the quality and utility of data on the aging population.

   
• Gerontological Society of America

  Principal mission is to advance the study of aging and disseminate information among scientists, decision makers, and the general public.

   
• Healthy Aging Data Portal

  Provides easy access to CDC data on a range of key indicators of health and well-being, screenings and vaccinations, and mental health among older adults at the national and state levels

   
• Justice in Aging

  Works for access to affordable health care and economic security for older adults with limited resources, focusing especially on populations that have traditionally lacked legal protection such as women, people of color, LGBT individuals, and people with limited English proficiency.

   
• National Association of Social Workers

  Works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies.

   
• National Council on Aging

  National leader and trusted partner to help people aged 60+ meet the challenges of aging. Partners with nonprofit organizations, government, and business to provide innovative community programs and services, online help, and advocacy.

   
• National Institute of Aging

  Dedicated to understanding the nature of aging, supporting the health and well being of older adults, and extending healthy, active years of life for more people.

   
• Research Network on Ageing in Europe

  Association of researchers who are interested in ageing. Aims to facilitate contacts and collaboration among these researchers, and to provide them with up-to-date information.

   
• Southern Gerontological Society

  Provides the bridge between research and practice, translating and applying knowledge in the field of aging.

   
• WHO Ageing and Life Course

  Provides a global strategy and action plan on healthy aging, as well as additional resources.

  Content Credit: Northcentral University, Gerontology LibGuide