InfoGuides: People Connection: Health & Safety for Caregivers

Health Resources

Louisiana Answers
Louisiana Answers is designed to assist older adults and persons with disabilities in locating supportive services and resources in order to continue living as they choose in their community.
MedlinePlus
Possibly the best site for health information on the web. Medline Plus brings together authoritative information from the National Library of Medicine (NLM), the National Institutes of Health. Medline Plus offers patient information, drug information, a
Avoiding Falls
This site has valuable information about fall risks in the elderly along with exercises for building strength and balance to avoid falls.
Local Support Groups
Support groups for medical issues.

Personal & Online Safety

Seniors and the disabled are often unwitting victims of scams and frauds. They also need to be more careful with their personal safety and security. You can protect your loved ones by knowing about common hazards.

Scams & Frauds

OnGuard Online- Be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer, and protect your personal information.
How to Avoid Internet Investment Scams- From the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Avoid Identity Theft- From the Federal Trade Commission.
Consumer Information: Telemarketing and Telephone Services- From the Federal Trade Commission.

Home Safety & Security

Home Security Basics Home security tips from Yahoo!
Shopping Safety - Shopping safety tips from Gaston County Police Department.
Safety Tips - Safety tips from the Baton Rouge Police Department.