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Resources

Our mission is to improve access to web-based geriatric resources. We have gathered a wide range of useful resources and information to help professionals support Alaskan elders. A description of the resources currently being developed can be found at AKGEC Online Resource Directory\

Anchorage Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc.-NeighborHomes Grant Program-Alaska Residents

Provides housing accessibility modifications for seniors (at least 55 years old) that will extend their ability to live independently in the community. Contact Mary Pflughoft at 907-677-8427 or E-mail her at mpflughoft@akanhs.org or download documents for more details Application / Flyer

AKGEC Clearinghouse Library

A large number of historical and current geriatric resources relevant to aging in Alaska can be found at the UAA/APU Consortium Library.

Benefits Outreach Program-Public Benefits That Can Help: Alaska

The AARP Foundation wants you to have the information you need to apply low-and no-cost programs, including public benefits that can help older Americans. For more information Call the Alaska's SeniorCare Program toll-free at 1-888-352-4150 or download Public Benefits Flyer

Brave Heart Volunteer

A new non-profit organization located in Sitka. Contact Auriella Hughes-RN, Director for more information at 907-747-4600 or E-mail her at auriella.sfia@alaska.net or visit the website at www.ptialaska.net/~sfia.
Brave Heart Brochure

Career Voyages-Healthcare Long-Term

The most common health care occupations found in long-term care are that of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), the Licensed Practical Nurse, and the Registered Nurse. For more details go to http://www.careervoyages.gov/healthcare-longterm.cfm

Center for Human Development Provider List

GEC Aging Bibliography

The following bibliography lists geriatric resources collected by the AKGEC and located at the UAA/APU Consortium Library.

Statewide Independent Living Council of Alaska-Aging & Independence Services

A new web site to provide information for the elderly, people with disabilities and the caregivers and agencies that help them in Alaska. www.alaska.networkofcare.org

The Alaska Alliance for Direct Service Careers (AADSC)

The AADSC is a statewide industry consortium and a member based association of long-term care and direct care providers whose funding is provided by the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority.

Reports

Web Resource Links

Newsletters

These files may require the free Adobe Acrobat Reader which can be downloaded at http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html

The KY Preparedness for Living E-Newsletter

A quarterly newsletter designed to be a quick reference training resource for professionals responsible for emergency preparedness for older adults

http://cwte.louisville.edu/ovar/emergency/winterl2008.htm

http://cwte.louisville.edu/ovar/emergency/fall2007.htm

 

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