Useful resources
Trusted resources for older adults and the people who love them.
A curated set of free, public resources we recommend. Total Life is not affiliated with any of the organizations below; they are simply the ones we trust our members and their families to use.
Medicare & insurance
Medicare.gov
Official source for Medicare coverage, plan finder, and enrollment information.
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Free, unbiased counseling on Medicare options in your state.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Federal agency overseeing Medicare. Useful for policy questions and provider directories.
Federal aging services
Eldercare Locator
Free national service connecting older adults and families to local services. 1-800-677-1116.
Administration for Community Living (ACL)
Federal agency supporting older adults and people with disabilities.
National Institute on Aging (NIA)
Research and consumer-friendly information on aging, health, and longevity.
Mental health information
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Trusted information on depression, anxiety, and other mental health topics, with sections specific to older adults.
MentalHealth.gov
Plain-language federal information about mental health topics, treatment, and how to find help.
SAMHSA
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. National helpline: 1-800-662-4357.
Caregivers & families
AARP Family Caregiving
Practical caregiver guidance, planning tools, and a national caregiver community.
Family Caregiver Alliance
Free resources, support groups, and a state-by-state services locator.
Alzheimer's Association
Information and 24/7 support line for memory loss, dementia, and caregiving. 1-800-272-3900.