Designing Living Spaces for Older Adults Independent living can be achieved in one s current home by adapting some modifications and the addition of home safety apparatus. This site from the NAIC contains many links for those who wish to age in place. Money New Jersey Division of Taxation Click on the Seniors link to access information frequently requested by seniors, such as property tax, inheritance tax, pensions and refunds. The Social Security Administration presents disability information, employment support for people with disabilities, Medicare and other benefit information, forms and publications, laws and regulations, and FAQs. Medicare Directories of health plans, physicians, health facilities including nursing homes, prescription assistance programs, and suppliers.
Tools are available to compare some health plans, facilities and suppliers.
A one-stop link to a broad range of federal information resources available online. The site includes programs, resources for practitioners, statistical information on aging and other information for older persons and their families. FirstGov for Seniors Provides online access to Federal government information and services of interest to seniors, including benefits, health and nutrition, consumer protection, employment and volunteer activities and more. Check on Social Security benefits, compare nursing home and Medicare options, get travel tips, or join the Peace Corps, all at this site. New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services Offers current ratings of New Jersey nursing homes, programs and services for senior citizens, guidelines for choosing long term care facilities, performance reports on HMOs, and contacts and information on a variety of health topics.