Lifestyles

Aging America

Posted: 12/29/2010

Get connected with information on transportation, in-home care and other aging resources by calling the Eldercare Locator.

(NAPSI) - By 2030, there will be about 72 million Americans over 65 years old, more than twice as many as in 2000. A recent survey found that 85 percent of those over 45 want more information about aging issues. Fortunately, the answer to many aging questions is just a call away.

The Eldercare Locator, a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging, is a first step to finding resources for older adults in any U.S. community. This free service connects you to local agencies that provide information about resources and assistance for older adults and those who care for them. It also offers brochures on a variety of topics and caregivers can find support groups and other helpful services.

Now, with the “boom” in the older population, the Eldercare Locator has added live operators and additional informational resources.

To reach the Eldercare Locator, call (800) 677-1116, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST or visit www.eldercare.gov. The Eldercare Locator is administered by the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a).