50 disease specific websites for seniors, caregivers and aging parents

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50 Disease Specific Websites for Seniors, Caregivers and Aging parents

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Here are some disease specific and health related agencies and websites to receive information, support and assistance - whether you are a family caregiver, a professional caregiver, or looking for additional information on issues related to family caregiving.

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50 Disease Specific Websites for Seniors, Caregivers and Aging parents

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Whether you are a caregiver by trade or you are providing care for a family member in need, caregiving is a challenging job. One of the best support strategies for caregivers is to make sure they are aware of and understand the resources that are available to them.

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Here are some disease specific and health related agencies and websites to receive information, support and assistance - whether you are a family caregiver, a professional caregiver, or looking for additional information on issues related to family caregiving.

For the caregiver - these resources might help to cope with your role as the caregiver.

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Disease Specific Websites for Seniors, Caregivers and Aging parents

The Alzheimer's Association is the leading, global voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care and support.

American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association, is dedicated to eradicating autoimmune diseases through patient education, autoimmune disease research, public awareness, and advocacy and patient services.

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The American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer asa major health problem.

The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fighting for those affected by diabetes.

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American Foundation for AIDS Research - Founded in 1985, amfAR is dedicated to ending the global AIDS epidemic through innovative research.

American Heart Association - Learn more about the American Heart Association's efforts to reduce death caused by cardiovascular disease.

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American Kidney Fund - is a volunteer health organization dedicated to providing kidney services and programs for people with or at risk of kidney disease.

American Liver Foundation - provides information on liver diseases, as well as advocacy for education, treatment and research funding.

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The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through Education, Advocacy and Research.

American Pain Foundation - is an independent nonprofit 501(c)3 organization serving people with pain through information, advocacy, and support.

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The American Parkinson Disease Association – APDA focuses its energies on research, patient services, education and raising public awareness of the Parkinson's disease.

American Stroke Association - offers support and information for stroke patients, caregivers and their families.

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American Tinnitus Association is a non-profit organization working to improve the resources, information, and assistance available to sufferers of tinnitus.

The ALS Association is a leading source of information for those battling ALS and for people looking for the latest news and information about the disease.

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Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America provides free information and resources from the leading national nonprofit organization for people with allergies and asthma.

Cancer and Careers offers support for women with breast and other cancers: career coaches, diaries, cancer wigs, legal advice, free publications, support for employers, coworkers and caregivers.

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Cancer Financial Assistance Coalition - (CFAC) is a coalition of organizations helping cancer patients limit their financial challenges.

Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation - Provides Cancer prevention and early detection through research, education and community outreach to all populations, including children and the underserved.

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CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is the nation's leading non-profit organization serving individuals with AD/HD and their families.

Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America - is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to finding the cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

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Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - is the leading organization in the United States devoted to cystic fibrosis.

Easter Seals provides exceptional services, education, outreach, and advocacy so that people living with autism and other disabilities can live, learn, work and play in our communities

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The Epilepsy Foundation of America® is the national voluntary agency dedicated solely to the welfare of the almost 3 million people with epilepsy in the U.S. and their families

The Foundation Fighting Blindness - is a publicly-supported charity raising money to fund research for macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa (RP), related diseases, and providing information, resources and referrals.

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The Huntington’s Disease Society of America, Inc. (HDSA) is a National, voluntary health organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with Huntington's Disease and their families.

Kidney Cancer Association (KCA) is a charitable organization made up of patients, family members, physicians, researchers, and other health professionals globally.

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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - (LLS) is the world's largest voluntary health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research, education and patient services.

Lupus Foundation of America - (LFA) is the foremost national nonprofit voluntary health organization dedicated to finding the causes of and cure for lupus and providing support, services and hope to all people affected by lupus.

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Mesothelioma Web - The Most Comprehensive Mesothelioma Website providing mesothelioma symptoms, diagnosis, Malignant mesothelioma treatment and traditional and new treatment options

March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation - is a nonprofit charit provideing information and answers about pregnancy, your baby, folic acid, prematurity, genetic disorders, birth defects and much more.

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Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center and Movement Disorders Clinic is a National Parkinson Foundation Center of Excellence, and a wonderful resource for people with Parkinson's and their families.

Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America - (MGFA) is the only national volunteer health agency dedicated solely to the fight against myasthenia gravis.

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Myositis Association - (TMA) is a non-profit, voluntary health agency dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by myositis.

National Down Syndrome Society - is the main source of information for people with Down syndrome.

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The National Hemophilia Foundation is dedicated to finding better treatments and cures for bleeding and clotting disorders and to preventing the complications of these disorders through education, advocacy and research.

National Mental Health Association - Mental Health America is the country's oldest and largest nonprofit organization addressing all aspects of mental health and mental illness.

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National Multiple Sclerosis Society - is a collective of passionate individuals who want to move together toward a world free of multiple sclerosis.

National Organization for Rare Disorders - is a unique federation of voluntary health organizations dedicated to helping people with rare "orphan" diseases and assisting the organizations that serve them.

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National Osteoporosis Foundation- (NOF) is the leading consumer and community-focused health organization dedicated to the prevention of osteoporosis and broken bones.

National Psoriasis Foundation - is the largest psoriasis patient advocacy organization in the world.

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National Sleep Foundation - is a 501(c)3 charitable, educational, and scientific not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving sleep health and safety through education, public awareness, and advocacy.

Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation - is a voluntary national health organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals affected by OI.

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The Paget Foundation - provides information for patients and medical professionals for Paget's disease of bone, fibrous dysplasia, osteopetrosis, and skeletal complications of breast and prostate cancer.

Partners Against Pain - is a resource that serves patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to help alleviate unnecessary suffering by leading efforts to advance standards of pain care through education and advocacy.

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Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation is a national non-profit, multi-faceted organization focused on increasing research, education and awareness for Sjögren's syndrome.

The Spina Bifida Association (SBA) is the only national voluntary health agency solely dedicated to enhancing the lives of those with Spina Bifida and those whose lives are touched by this challenging birth defect.

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Tourette Syndrome Association is the only national voluntary non-profit membership organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of those with Tourette Syndrome.

Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance - is dedicated to finding a cure for tuberous sclerosis complex while improving the lives of those affected.

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United Ostomy Association - The UOAA is a national organization to provide support, information and advocacy to ostomates and their caregivers.

United Cerebral Palsy - (UCP) is a leading service provider and advocate for adults and children with disabilities, including cerebral palsy.

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