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There are 13 resources
65 or Older? Go to College Tuition-Free!
(Separate Website)
See the "Golden Ager" program at the University of New Orleans. If you are over 65, you may be qualify to take courses for credit and tuition free (though some other fees and expenses apply). Click the link to learn more.
By: University of New Orleans
AARP of Louisiana
(Separate Website)
Link to website of the state chapter of the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP). Find your local chapter here and get updates on important issues.
Claiborne Parish Council on Aging The Claiborne Senior Center offers recreation, education, meals, health sessions, meeting and support group space. It is the general base for the Claiborne Parish Council on Aging, and the Area Agency on Aging.
Councils on Aging
(Separate Website)
See this page for information about the Council on Aging near you.
By: Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs
ElderWeb
(Separate Website)
This website has a collection of articles, statistics, and links to senior advocacy and governmental organizations.
Energy Saving Tips
(Separate Website)
Here are some ideas for saving money on those electricity and gas bills -- including the gas in your car. This information is from the U.S. Department of Energy, and it talks about ways to cut costs for heating, cooling, lighting, driving and more.
By: U.S. Department of Energy
Find your Area Agency on Aging
(Separate Website)
Check out this page for information about how you can locate your Area Agency on Aging.
By: Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs
First.gov for Seniors
(Separate Website)
U.S. Government Web Portal for seniors. Loads of resources and links focusing on issues of special interest to seniors.
Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs
(Separate Website)
Check out this state site for information and resources for seniors.
By: Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs
Housing and Consumer Information for Seniors
(Separate Website)
HUD webpage with lots of information to help you keep your home, find an apartment, protect yourself from fraud, and more.
By: U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
How to Save on Food Bills
(Separate Website)
Making groceries is hard with high food prices these days. Here are some money-saving tips.
By: AARP
National Council on Aging
(Separate Website)
News, health tips, service programs, and more on the NCOA website.
U.S. Health and Human Services: Aging Resources
(Separate Website)
Federal agency website offers aging-related information and links.
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