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INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES

AgeSource Worldwide
http://www.aarp.org/research/agesource: This AARP site offers databases, clearinghouses, libraries, bibliographies, and other information resources from more than 20 countries. Choose a language to begin research. Then, browse by name, country, or topic or use a keyword search.
GlobalHealth.gov
http://www.globalhealth.gov/: The Office of Global Health Affairs, part of the Department of Health and Human Services, represents the Department to other governments on international and refugee health issues. The website offers links to country information, world health statistics, global health topics, and fact sheets.
HelpAge International
http://www.helpage.org/: This network of member organizations in 49 countries throughout Africa, Latin America, Asia, East and Central Europe and the Caribbean works to improve the lives of disadvantaged older people. The website offers links to the global network’s policies, publications, and research projects on topics such as social protection and income security, the impact of HIV/AIDS on older people, and social exclusion and
discrimination.
International Ageing (Administration on Aging)
http://www.aoa.gov/prof/international/international.asp: This website provides information concerning the international activities of the Administration on Aging and contains links to other international aging websites, country profiles, population studies, and more.
International Association of Gerontology
http://www.sfu.ca/iag/index.htm: This association, founded in Liege Belgium in 1950, has members in more than 60 countries in five regions. Its mission is to promote gerontological research and training worldwide. Links to publications, member organizations, events such as the World Congress held every four years, and research tools can be found on the website.
International Federal on Ageing
http://www.ifa-fiv.org/en/accueil1.aspx?sortcode=2.2: The IFA, a network of organizations from around the world, works to inform, educate, and promote policies and practices to improve the quality of life of older persons. The website offers links to the Federation’s reports, publications, and press releases.
International Programs (Social Security Administration)
http://www.ssa.gov/international/inter_intro.html: This site provides information about the United States program of international Social Security agreements, about receiving U.S. Social Security benefits outside the United States and about Social Security programs in other countries. Links to the text and detailed description of the Social Security agreements and Social Security web pages of other countries are included.
United Nations Programme on Aging
http://www.un.org/esa/socdev/ageing/index.html: The United Nations Programme on Aging website contains links to information on the latest intergovernmental actions on aging, reports from the Second World Assembly on Ageing, international events on aging, databases on polices, and government contacts on aging.
COTA National Seniors
http://www.cota.org.au/welcome.htm: COTA National Seniors, the largest seniors federation in Australia, focuses on maximizing the social and economic participation of older Australians; promoting sustainable, fair and responsible policies; protecting and extending services and programs used and valued by older Australians; and protecting against and redressing disadvantages of older Australians. The website offers links to state and terriotory COTAs, speeches and journal articles, policy statements, fact sheets, and contact information.
Elder Law at University of Western Sydney
http://www.uws.edu.au/about/acadorg/clb/sl/research/elderlaw: The mission of Elder Law at UWS is to contribute to the advancement and awareness of the legal interests of elderly Australians. The website provides links to contact information and the Elder Law Review, an e-journal produced by Elder Law at UWS. Links to the documents produced by Elder Law at UWS are included.
Moores Legal
http://www.mooreslegal.com.au/expertise_elderlaw.htm: Moores Legal is one of the leading law firms in Melbourne, Australia. Their Elder Law practice encompasses a wide range of topics, including: age discrimination; guardianship and administration; aged care facilities; wills, planning and probate; and financial planning and taxation.
Advocacy Centre for the Elderly
http://www.advocacycentreelderly.org/index.htm: The Advocacy Centre for The Elderly is a community based legal clinic for low income senior citizens. It provides direct legal services to low-income seniors, public legal education, and engages in law reform activities. The website provides information about elder abuse, home care, nursing homes, pensions and income, and retirement homes.
Canada Bar Association, National Elder Law Section
http://www.cba.org/CBA/Sections/Elder/default.asp: The National Elder Law Section addresses legal issues and problems of the elderly. It seeks to improve the law affecting seniors; educate the public, individual Bars, the Judiciary and members of the Association on elder law issues; and foster professionalism in the practice of elder law. The web site includes links to articles and reports on elder law issues, contact information, and links selected acts and regulations.
Canadian Centre for Elder Law Studies
http://www.ccels.ca/: The Canadian Centre for Elder Law Studies, created by the British Columbia Law Institute, is involved with research and scholarship, legal reform, and providing information and education to the general public regarding the field of Elder Law. Their website provides information on a broad range of Elder Law issues and contains links to government agencies and non-profit organizations focusing on Elder Law, including U.S. and International sites. Copies of reports produced by the Centre are available through this site.
Public Guardianship Office
http://www.guardianship.gov.uk/index.html: The Public Guardianship Office, established in 2001, is the administrative arm of the Court of Protection and part of the Department for Constitutional Affairs. It provides financial protection services for clients who are not able to manage their financial affairs because of mental incapacity. The web site offers access to forms, statutory publications, booklets, newsletters, and research reports.
Solicitors for the Elderly
http://www.solicitorsfortheelderly.com/public/index.php: This is a national association of lawyers, such as solicitors, barristers, legal executives and licensed conveyancers who provide legal advice to older people. The web site includes links to the association’s Code of Practice, complaint forms, and contact information.
Alzheimer Europe
http://www.alzheimer-europe.org/: Alzheimer Europe, founded in 1992, is a non-profit organization made up of 31 organizations from 26 countries. The work of the organization is aimed at the improving the care and treatment of Alzheimer patients. The web site includes information on the member Alzheimer Associations, Alzheimer’s disease, tips for care givers, and legal rights of people with dementia.
HelpAge India
http://www.helpageindia.org/index.php: HelpAge India, a registered national, non-governmental organization was formed in 1978. Its aim is to foster the welfare of the aged in India and to raise funds for projects which assist the elderly. The web site provides information on the organization’s publications, events, and programs.

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