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Senior Scam Prevention and Safety
Seniors need to be very careful when it comes to scams. Scammers know they can be vulnerable to scams, and target elderly citizens. This page includes information on security and safety issues with regard to preventing scams, and gives information to seniors to avoid home security scams, charity scams, home repair scams, identity theft, sweepstakes scams and vacation scams. The site includes links to topics such as fire safety, how to report fraud and more. The site has information to contact the state in the event of a scam, as well as information on adult protective services, elder rights, disability services and more. Brought to you by the New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department.

Finding Housing for the Elderly
Senior Housing is non-profit online service of Senior Alternatives Inc (SAI). It helps elders and their caregivers choose appropriate housing and care management. The group works with national and local service providers and healthcare organizations. It features a database where you can find elder housing and also includes resources for senior health support services. A news section keeps seniors and their caregivers informed of the latest improvements and news items related to housing. Topics include Medicaid basics, elder law and retirement planning. There are also links to sites that will let you compare nursing homes, find Alzheimer’s disease care and much more.

Medicare and Medicaid Information for Seniors
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services put out this information from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services that provides information on Medicare and Medicaid. Topics such as provider enrollment and certification, manuals, policies, research, statistics, provider updates, CMS forms, MLN products, general Medicare and Medicaid coverage information, health plans, enrollment coverage and more. Learn about the physician quality reporting initiatives, HIPAA Security Guidance, National Provider Identifier and staying healthy as an elderly citizen.

Elder Health and Safety Blog
The elderly and baby boomers unite in today’s blogosphere. This blog features information about medical alarm issues, caregiving, dealing with Alzheimer’s disease, exercise and elder nutrition. Explore many health topics such as how exercise helps seniors and is a vital part of maintaining health while aging. The blog features reviews of books and other materials for seniors. Blog is part of the senior safety network, which features medical alarms for seniors. You can ask Jeff, the site owner, questions about health and other issues related to active adulthood.