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AARP - American Association of
Retired Persons
AARP is the nation's leading organization for people age 50 and
older. It serves their needs and interests through information
and education, advocacy, and community services which are provided
by a network of local chapters and experienced volunteers throughout
the country. The organization also offers members a wide range
of special benefits and services, including AARP The Magazine
and the monthly AARP Bulletin.
American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association is the nation's leading nonprofit
health organization providing diabetes research, information and
advocacy. Founded in 1940, the American Diabetes Association conducts
programs in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, reaching
more than 800 communities.
American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society is dedicated to eliminating cancer
as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives,
and diminishing suffering through research, education, advocacy
and service.
Alzheimer's Association
The Alzheimer's Association is the world leader in Alzheimer
research and support. Through our national network of advocates
and chapters, we advance research, improve services and care,
create awareness of Alzheimer's disease and mobilize support.
Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's disease.
American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a national voluntary health
agency whose mission is to reduce disability and death from cardiovascular
diseases and stroke.
American Lung Association
The American Lung Association is the oldest voluntary health
organization in the United States, with a National Office and
constituent and affiliate associations around the country. Founded
in 1904 to fight tuberculosis, the American Lung Association®
today fights lung disease in all its forms, with special emphasis
on asthma, tobacco control and environmental health.
American Society on Aging
Founded in 1954, the American Society on Aging is an association
of diverse individuals bound by a common goal: to support the
commitment and enhance the knowledge and skills of those who seek
to improve the quality of life of older adults and their families.
The membership of ASA is a multidisciplinary array of professionals
who are concerned with the physical, emotional, social, economic
and spiritual aspects of aging.
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