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Be Ready Utah
Toolbox website for Utah residents for unforeseen events such as earthquakes, fires, floods and personal disasters. Website provides valuable information for individuals and families, public safety professionals, business and civic leaders, school administers and volunteers managers.
Visit website: www.BeReadyUtah.gov
Download PDF Family Emergency Plan
Download PDF Emergency Numbers Card

Alzheimer's Information & Resources
If you are facing Alzheimer's diagnosis and related issues contact the local Utah Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association for information and resources. They can offer information, support and individualizing assistance. They also maintain a 24-hour a day, 7 days a week helpline - call 800-272-3900.
www.alz.org

BenefitsCheckUp
The National Council of Aging created this website to help older adults to quickly identify programs that may improve the quality of their lives. You take 10 or 15 minutes to enter information about your financial situation into an online questionnaire. BenefitsCheckUp is completely confidential.
www.benefitscheckup.org

Diabetes Information from the American Diabetes Association
800-342-2383
The American Diabetes Association is the nation's premier voluntary health organization supporting diabetes research, information and advocacy. Founded in 1940, the Association's mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. The Association's commitment to research is reflected through its scientific meetings; education and provider recognition programs; and its Research Foundation and Nationwide Research Program, which fund breakthrough studies looking into the cure, prevention, and treatment of diabetes and its complications.
www.diabetes.org

Direct Deposit - A Safer, Easier Way to Get Your Benefits
800-333-1795
Direct deposit is the best way to get your Social Security or SSI payment. It is safer and easier than a check, because your money goes straight to your account on your payment day. Now, signing up is easier than ever. Call Go Direct or visit the website today!
www.GoDirect.org

Gerontology Center offers Research & Advanced Degrees
The Center on Aging at the University of Utah under the umbrella of The Center on Aging provides undergraduate and graduate gerontology certificate programs as well as a Masters degree program in Gerontology. Programs and specialties range from bereavement, family caregiving, intergenerational relationships, public policy and many other topics. The more information call 801-581-8198.

Government Agencies on Aging
Area Agencies on Aging (AAA's) are local government agencies that provide information and resources to seniors and their families. These agencies offer a variety of information on community services, advocacy issues, and provide ombudsman service programs. Get to know how these organizations can help.
Mountainland Dept. of Aging and Family Services - 801-468-2454
Salt Lake County Aging Services - 801-468-2454
State Unit on Aging - UTAH, Region VIII - 801-538-3910
Davis County Department of Aging Services - 801-451-3377

Healthy Aging Information
The National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion maintains a website that offers valuable information on healthy aging for adults. From information on health related behaviors, chronic and infectious disease, good nutrition, common injuries for adults, immunization guidelines and more - the website is a great educational and reference tool for healthy aging.
www.cdc.gov/aging

Hearts TO-GO Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
Hearts TO-GO offers Non-Emergency Medical Transportation. The company provides prompt service, a friendly smile, and a fleet of vans that will be comfortable for gurney and wheelchair patients. Services include stretcher use, rear heating and air conditioning for a comfortable ride, impeccably clean van and fast, friendly service. A nurse also rides with hospice patients to destinations. Call 801-772-0243 for more information or to schedule a ride.
www.HeartsForHospice.com

Meals on Wheels Association of America - MOWAA
Meals on Wheels Association of America - MOWAA is a national, nonprofit organization providing training and grants to programs that provide food to older people, and those who are frail, disabled, at-risk, or homebound. They have website search feature to look for services in your area.
www.mowaa.org

Third Age
An online media and direct marketing company focused exclusively on serving the needs of midlife adults -- generally those in their 40s, 50s and 60s -- and those who want to build a genuine relationship with them
www.thirdage.com

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