Home Care Resources

You've likely heard the saying "It takes a village to raise a child." But as we get older it still helps to have the resources of a village available to us. We at Granny NANNIES share in this philosophy with our belief in "Helping Hand" care.

At-home care isn't just about the private duty caregiver responsible for your loved one. Quality in-home care stems from a well-rounded complete package… a home healthcare agency that provides assistance beyond your front door.

The home healthcare resources below are intended to provide you with an easy way to get additional professional answers & help with caring for your loved one. Remember you can always pick up the phone and call one of our friendly and knowledgeable staff at Granny NANNIES.

• AARP Internet Resources
  • The American Association of Retired Persons Web site provides a frequently updated database of Internet resources, including links to more than 900 of the best sites for people age 50+.
• Administration on Aging
  • ACL advocates across the federal government for older adults, people with disabilities, and families and caregivers; funds services and supports provided by primarily by states and networks of community-based; and invests in training, education, research and innovation.
• A Worldwide Resource for Healthcare
  • A Worldwide Resource for Healthcare Consumers and Professionals Providing links to health Services and Products, Alternative Health, Education, Dental and Medical Resources, Hospitals, Employment, Healthcare Publications, Mental Health and Much More!
• Age-In-Place Home Improvements
  • This guide helps homeowners determine various aspects they should consider in each room, and ways they can improve their accessibility.
• The Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center
  • The Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center Web site will help you find current, comprehensive Alzheimer's disease (AD) information and resources from the National Institute on Aging (NIA).
• The Alzheimer's Foundation of America
  • The Alzheimer's Foundation of America strives to provide optimal care and services to individuals confronting dementia, and to their caregivers and families - through member organizations dedicated to improving quality of life.
• American Cancer Society
  • This nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization provides extensive information on preventing cancer and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service.
• American Heart Association's Delicious Decisions
  • This AHA Web site provides a healthy selection of nutrition tips, menu suggestions, heart-wise supermarket shopping tips and even advice on healthier dining out.
• Caring From a Distance (CFAD)
  • This nonprofit organization offers assistance, resources and support for men and women providing long distance care.
• Computer Training & Repair for Seniors by Seniors
  • Senior CompuCare is dedicated to providing computer training & repair for seniors by seniors. You will receive quality service and a better understanding of the basics, including how to use the Internet, E-mail and find health related information. Senior CompuCare allows you an enjoyable, relaxed learning experience while you learn what YOU want to know, on YOUR computer, in the comfort of your own home or in a group setting. www.seniorcompucare.com or call 888-625-1855
• Family Caregiver Alliance
  • A national, non-profit membership organization that provides support to wives, husbands, and partners of the chronically ill and/or disabled through established support groups in communities all over the country.
• FDA Information for Seniors
  • The FDA has numerous articles, brochures and other publications with information for older people on a wide range of health issues, including arthritis, cancer, health fraud, and nutrition.
• The Geriatric Mental Health Foundation
  • The GMHF raises awareness of psychiatric and mental health disorders affecting the elderly and helps to promote healthy aging strategies. This Web site provides mental health information for older adults and their families, including assistance in finding a geriatric psychiatrist.
• Help Guide
  • Help guide provides over 170 non-commercial articles on the topics of Mental Health, Healthy Lifestyles, Families & Relationships and Seniors & Aging.
• Johnson Printing - Specializes in Color Printing and Digital Output
  • Johnson Printing is a quality printing company based out of Bradenton FL that specializes in all types of printing be it for personal or corporate use. www.johnsonprint.com or call 941-746-4171
• MedicareFAQ – One stop learning resource center for all things Medicare.
  • MedicareFAQ – One stop learning resource center for all things Medicare. We’ll take the confusion out of Medicare and educate you on all your healthcare options. www.medicarefaq.com
• MyFlorida.com
  • The official Portal of The State of Florida.
• National Cancer Institute
  • The National Cancer Institute (NCI) conducts and supports research and training and disseminates health information regarding the cause, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cancer, rehabilitation from cancer, and the continuing care of cancer patients and their families.
• NIH Senior Health
  • The National Institute of Health's Senior Health Web site provides an easy-to-navigate menu of articles about aging and health-related topics for seniors and their families.
• National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
  • The NAELA deals with legal issues affecting the elderly and disabled, such as public benefits, probate and estate planning, guardianship/conservatorship, and health and long-term care planning. This Web site also provides current news on legal topics related to aging, as well as advice in looking for an elder law attorney.
• Planning for Eldercare
  • This noncommercial, long-term care Web site provides links to 34 in-depth chapters, totaling over 690 printable pages, from 9 experts and covering all areas of long-term/eldercare planning.
• U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
  • The mission of the Office of Inspector General (OIG), as mandated by Public Law 95-452 (as amended), is to protect the integrity of Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) programs, as well as the health and welfare of the beneficiaries of those programs.
• Florida Smart - Web Guide
  • Explore our state! Information, people, places, Florida cities & counties, attractions, beaches, education, maps, weather, facts, history, real estate, and more. Whatever you are looking for, start your search here!
• Florida Department of Elder Affairs
  • The Florida Department of Elder Affairs, the primary state agency responsible for administering human services programs to benefit Florida’s large and growing elder population. Whether you are an elder or caregiver, a professional or volunteer who deals with aging issues, or just looking for information related to Florida’s older residents, we hope this website proves to be a valuable tool for you.
• Florida Attorney General and the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA)
  • The Florida Prescription Drug Price website provides pricing information for the 100 most commonly used prescription drugs in Florida. The prices are the “usual and customary prices,” also known as retail prices, reported monthly by pharmacies. This is the price that an uninsured consumer, with no discount or supplemental plan, would normally pay. Prices at your local pharmacy may change daily, so this website is only meant to help you compare prices at different pharmacies and are not a guaranteed price.
• Well Spouse Association
  • A national, non-profit membership organization that provides support to wives, husbands, and partners of the chronically ill and/or disabled through established support groups in communities all over the country.