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State by state Departments of the Aging

Here is a list of state departments or agencies on aging, along with their website URLs and phone numbers. Please note that the contact information provided might be subject to change.

  1. Alabama - Alabama Department of Senior Services (ADSS)URL: https://www.alabamaageline.gov/Phone: (800) 243-5463

  2. Alaska - Alaska Commission on Aging (ACoA)URL: https://dhss.alaska.gov/acoa/Pages/default.aspx Phone: (907) 465-3250

  3. Arizona - Arizona Department of Economic Security, Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) URL:  Phone: (602) 542-4446

  4. Arkansas - Arkansas Division of Aging, Adult, and Behavioral Health Services (DABS). URL: https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/about-dhs/daabhs Phone: (501) 682-2441

  5. California - California Department of Aging (CDA) URL: https://www.aging.ca.gov/ Phone: (800) 510-2020

  6. Colorado - Colorado State Unit on Aging URL: https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdhs/state-unit-aging Phone: (303) 866-2800

  7. Connecticut - Connecticut State Department on Aging (SDA)URL: https://portal.ct.gov/AgingandDisability Phone: (860) 424-5055

  8. Delaware - Delaware Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities (DSAAPD) URL: https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dsaapd/ Phone: (800) 223-9074

  9. Florida - Florida Department of Elder Affairs URL: http://elderaffairs.state.fl.us/Phone: (800) 963-5337

  10. Georgia - Georgia Division of Aging Services (DAS) URL: https://aging.georgia.gov/ Phone: (866) 552-4464

  11. Hawaii - Hawaii Executive Office on Aging (EOA) URL: https://health.hawaii.gov/eoa/ Phone: (808) 586-0100

  12. Idaho - Idaho Commission on Aging (ICOA) URL: https://aging.idaho.gov/ Phone: (208) 334-3833

  13. Illinois - Illinois Department on Aging URL: https://www2.illinois.gov/aging Phone: (800) 252-8966

  14. Indiana - Indiana Division of Aging URL: https://www.in.gov/fssa/da/ Phone: (800) 986-3505

  15. Iowa - Iowa Department on Aging (IDA) URL: https://iowaaging.gov/ Phone: (800) 532-3213

  16. Kansas - Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) URL: https://www.kdads.ks.gov/ Phone: (800) 432-3535

  17. Kentucky - Kentucky Department for Aging and Independent Living (DAIL) URL: https://chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dail/Pages/default.aspx Phone: (502) 564-6930

  18. Louisiana - Louisiana Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs (GOEA) URL: http://goea.louisiana.gov/ Phone: (225) 342-7100

  19. Maine - Maine Office of Aging and Disability Services (OADS) URL: https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/oads/. Phone: (207) 287-9200

  20. Maryland - Maryland Department of Aging. URL: https://aging.maryland.gov/ Phone: (410) 767-1100

  21. Massachusetts - Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs (EOEA). URL: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/executive-office-of-elder-affairs Phone: (617) 727-7750

  22. Michigan - Michigan Aging and Adult Services Agency (AASA). URL: https://www.michigan.gov/osa/. Phone: (517) 241-4100

  23. Minnesota - Minnesota Board on Aging (MBA). URL: https://mn.gov/board-on-aging/. Phone: (800) 882-6262

  24. Mississippi - Mississippi Department of Human Services, Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) URL: https://www.mdhs.ms.gov/aging-adult-services/Phone: (844) 822-4622

  25. Missouri - Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Senior and Disability Services (DSDS). URL: https://health.mo.gov/seniors/. Phone: (573) 751-6400

  26. Montana - Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Aging Services Bureau. URL: https://dphhs.mt.gov/sltc/aging. Phone: (800) 332-2272

  27. Nebraska - Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Medicaid & Long-Term Care, State Unit on Aging. URL: http://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/State-Unit-on-Aging.aspx. Phone: (402) 471-2307

  28. Nevada - Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD). URL: http://adsd.nv.gov/. Phone: (775) 687-4210

  29. New Hampshire - New Hampshire Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services (BEAS). URL: https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/dcbcs/beas/. Phone: (800) 351-1888

  30. New Jersey - New Jersey Division of Aging Services (DoAS). URL: https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/doas/home/. Phone: (877) 222-3737

  31. New Mexico - New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD). URL: http://www.nmaging.state.nm.us/. Phone: (866) 699-4927

  32. New York - New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA)URL: https://aging.ny.gov/ Phone: (800) 342-9871

  33. North Carolina - North Carolina Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS). URL: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/daas. Phone: (919) 855-3400

  34. North Dakota - North Dakota Department of Human Services, Aging Services Division. URL: https://www.nd.gov/dhs/services/adultsaging/. Phone: (855) 462-5465

  35. Ohio - Ohio Department of Aging. URL: Phone: (800) 266-4346

  36. Oklahoma - Oklahoma Department of Human Services, Aging Services Division URL: http://www.okdhs.org/services/aging/Pages/AgingServices.aspx Phone: (4Phone: (405) 521-2281

  37. Oregon - Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities (APD). URL: https://www.oregon.gov/dhs/seniors-disabilities/Pages/index.aspx. Phone: (503) 945-5600

  38. Pennsylvania - Pennsylvania Department of Aging. URL: https://www.aging.pa.gov/Phone: (717) 783-1550

  39. Rhode Island - Rhode Island Division of Elderly Affairs (DEA)  URL: http://www.dea.ri.gov/. Phone: (401) 462-3000

  40. South Carolina - South Carolina Department on Aging (SCDOA). URL: https://aging.sc.gov/. Phone: (800) 868-9095

  41. South Dakota - South Dakota Department of Human Services, Division of Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS). URL: https://dhs.sd.gov/ltss/default.aspx. Phone: (605) 773-3656

  42. Tennessee - Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability (TCAD). URL: https://www.tn.gov/aging.html. Phone: (615) 741-2056

  43. Texas - Texas Health and Human Services, Aging Services Coordination (ASC). URL: https://hhs.texas.gov/services/aging. Phone: (800) 458-9858

  44. Utah - Utah Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS). URL: https://daas.utah.gov/. Phone: (801) 538-3910

  45. Vermont - Vermont Department of Disabilities, Aging, and Independent Living. (DAIL). URL: https://dail.vermont.gov/. Phone: (802) 241-2401

  46. Virginia - Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). URL: https://www.vadars.org/. Phone: (800) 552-5019

  47. Washington - Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, Aging. and Long-Term Support Administration (ALTSA). URL: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa. Phone: (800) 422-3263

  48. West Virginia - West Virginia Bureau of Senior Services. URL: http://www.wvseniorservices.gov/. Phone: (877) 987-3646

  49. Wisconsin - Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Bureau of Aging and Disability Resources (BADR). URL: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/aging/index.htm. Phone: (608) 266-2536

  50. Wyoming - Wyoming Department of Health, Aging Division. URL: https://health.wyo.gov/aging/. Phone: (307) 777-7995

Please note that the contact information provided might be subject to change. It is always a good idea to visit the agency's official website or call the provided phone number for the most up-to-date information.

31 Top Websites for Seniors

Here is a list of 31 top websites specifically designed for baby boomers and seniors. These websites cover various topics, including finance, health, travel, technology, entertainment, and social engagement.

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A user’s manual for seniors, boomers, elders and their concerned families.

  1. AARP (www.aarp.org) resources, discounts, and advice for older adults.

  2. Senior Planet (www.seniorplanet.org) - Technology and aging-focused resource center.

  3. AgingCare (www.agingcare.com) - Caregiving support and advice.

  4. SilverSneakers (www.silversneakers.com) - Fitness program designed for older adults.

  5. Eldernet (www.eldernet.com) - Senior housing and care resources.

  6. Road Scholar (www.roadscholar.org) - Educational travel opportunities for older adults.

  7. Boomer Café (www.boomercafe.com) - Stories and articles for and about baby boomers.

  8. SeniorLiving.org (www.seniorliving.org) - Resources for finding senior living communities and home care services.

  9. SeniorNet (www.seniornet.org) - Technology education for seniors.

  10. Retired Brains (www.retiredbrains.com) - Employment and volunteer opportunities for older adults.

  11. Sixty and Me (www.sixtyandme.com) - Online community for women over 60.

  12. Medicare.gov (www.medicare.gov) - Official government site for Medicare information.

  13. Social Security Administration (www.ssa.gov) - Official government site for Social Security information.

  14. Senior Job Bank (www.seniorjobbank.org) - Job search engine for seniors.

  15. ElderTreks (www.eldertreks.com) - Adventure travel company catering to seniors.

  16. Grandparents.com (www.grandparents.com) - Resources and advice for grandparents.

  17. Senior Corps (www.nationalservice.gov/programs/senior-corps) - Volunteer opportunities for seniors.

  18. SeniorsResourceGuide (www.seniorsresourceguide.com) - Directory of resources for seniors.

  19. The Senior List (www.theseniorlist.com) - Reviews and resources for seniors.

  20. Suddenly Senior (www.suddenlysenior.com) - Humor, nostalgia, and senior-focused articles.

  21. Senior Forums (www.seniorforums.com) - Online community for seniors to discuss various topics.

  22. Elder Law Answers (www.elderlawanswers.com) - Legal resources and advice for seniors.

  23. Senior.com (www.senior.com) - Articles and resources for seniors.

  24. National Council on Aging (www.ncoa.org) - Non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of older adults.

  25. ThirdAge (www.thirdage.com) - Health, lifestyle, and caregiving resources for baby boomers.

  26. Age UK (www.ageuk.org.uk) - Charity providing support and services for older people in the UK.

  27. Savvy Senior (www.savvysenior.org) - Information and resources for older adults.

  28. Senior Center Directory (www.seniorcenterdirectory.com) - Directory of senior centers in the United States.

  29. LoveToKnow Seniors (seniors.lovetoknow.com) - Articles and resources for seniors.

  30. RetireNet (www.retirenet.com) - Directory of retirement communities and resources.

These websites cater to the diverse interests and needs of baby boomers and seniors. They offer information, resources, and services to help older adults lead fulfilling lives.

Here's a list of local Westchester County and New York State environmental organizations where seniors can volunteer.

Please note that some organizations might have age or ability restrictions, so it's essential to contact them directly to confirm their volunteer opportunities.

Westchester Land Trust (WLT)Website: Phone: (914) 234-6992 Email: info@westchesterlandtrust.org. 

Greenburgh Nature Center Website: Phone: (914) 723-3470  Email: info@greenburghnaturecenter.org

Teatown Lake Reservation. Website: https://www.teatown.org/. Phone: (914) 762-2912.  Email: info@teatown.org

Friends of the Old Croton Aqueduct.  Website: https://aqueduct.org/           Phone: (914) 693-0529.  Email: info@aqueduct.org

Hudson River Sloop Clearwater.  Website: https://www.clearwater.org/.        Phone: (845) 265-8080.  Email: office@clearwater.org

Riverkeeper.  Website: https://www.riverkeeper.org/  Phone: (914) 478-4501.    Email: info@riverkeeper.org

The Nature Conservancy - New York Website: https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/where-we-work/united-states/new-york/.  Phone: (212) 997-1880

Saw Mill River Audubon. Website: https://www.sawmillriveraudubon.org/.       Phone: (914) 666-6503.  Email: office@sawmillriveraudubon.org

Bronx River Alliance.  Website: https://bronxriver.org/.  Phone: (718) 430-4665.   Email: info@bronxriver.org

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)           Website: https://www.dec.ny.gov/.  Phone: (518) 402-8545

Before volunteering, it's a good idea to visit each organization's website or contact them directly for more information about available opportunities and to discuss any specific requirements or accommodations needed.

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