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Public information from the American Geriatrics Society on healthy aging and chronic conditions. Worth contacting for adults 65+ without a primary care doctor, or those whose current doctor doesn't specialize in older adults. Free clinics typically require an income screening and proof of uninsurance; many serve veterans and immigrants regardless. Most older adults take 4-5 prescriptions; a Comprehensive Medication Review at the pharmacy counter is free under Medicare Part D. No cost to older adults...
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NIH institute focused on aging research and trustworthy health information for older adults. Built for seniors needing geriatric primary care, low-cost specialty visits, telehealth, or chronic-condition management. Geriatricians focus on the whole-person picture — medications, falls, cognition, hearing, vision, mood, and function. Beers Criteria lists medications that are riskier for older adults — geriatricians actively de-prescribe when the harm-benefit balance shifts. Open at no cost to Rhode...
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CDC's resources on healthy aging, vaccines, falls prevention, and chronic disease. Built for seniors needing geriatric primary care, low-cost specialty visits, telehealth, or chronic-condition management. Most clinics accept Medicare Advantage, Original Medicare with supplemental, and Medicaid; ask about specific plans before booking. Hearing aids are not covered under Original Medicare but are covered by many Medicare Advantage plans and OTC products under $400. Free, confidential, and available to...
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Find a geriatrician in your area through the AGS provider directory. Built for seniors needing geriatric primary care, low-cost specialty visits, telehealth, or chronic-condition management. Free clinics typically require an income screening and proof of uninsurance; many serve veterans and immigrants regardless. Falls prevention assessment is now a Medicare-covered benefit — and the single best predictor of independent aging in place. No cost to older adults or the people helping them.
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Federal information on telehealth — including how to use video visits as a senior. Relevant for seniors managing five or more medications, which is the threshold where geriatric specialty care most helps. Telehealth is especially useful for medication management, follow-ups, and dermatology — most Medicare plans now cover it permanently. Most older adults take 4-5 prescriptions; a Comprehensive Medication Review at the pharmacy counter is free under Medicare Part D. Open at no cost to Rhode Island...
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Free eye care for qualifying seniors 65+ through the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Useful for older adults with diabetes, heart disease, COPD, arthritis, or multiple chronic conditions needing coordinated care. Free clinics typically require an income screening and proof of uninsurance; many serve veterans and immigrants regardless. Most older adults take 4-5 prescriptions; a Comprehensive Medication Review at the pharmacy counter is free under Medicare Part D. All services free of charge to...
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Largest US consumer organization for people with hearing loss. Resources, support, advocacy. Worth contacting for adults 65+ without a primary care doctor, or those whose current doctor doesn't specialize in older adults. Free clinics typically require an income screening and proof of uninsurance; many serve veterans and immigrants regardless. Hearing aids are not covered under Original Medicare but are covered by many Medicare Advantage plans and OTC products under $400. Free, confidential, and...
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Now Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation. Resources for bone health and fall prevention. Worth contacting for adults 65+ without a primary care doctor, or those whose current doctor doesn't specialize in older adults. Telehealth is especially useful for medication management, follow-ups, and dermatology — most Medicare plans now cover it permanently. Hearing aids are not covered under Original Medicare but are covered by many Medicare Advantage plans and OTC products under $400. Free service;...
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Help line 1-800-283-7800 — manage arthritis pain, find specialists, and research updates. Useful for older adults with diabetes, heart disease, COPD, arthritis, or multiple chronic conditions needing coordinated care. Federally Qualified Health Centers offer sliding-scale care and accept Medicare, Medicaid, and uninsured patients. Falls prevention assessment is now a Medicare-covered benefit — and the single best predictor of independent aging in place. Free service; donations support but never gate...
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Resources on cardiovascular disease, stroke, and healthy aging. Find a CPR class. Built for seniors needing geriatric primary care, low-cost specialty visits, telehealth, or chronic-condition management. Free clinics typically require an income screening and proof of uninsurance; many serve veterans and immigrants regardless. Hearing aids are not covered under Original Medicare but are covered by many Medicare Advantage plans and OTC products under $400. No cost to older adults or the people helping them.
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Help line 1-800-342-2383 — diabetes management, education, and advocacy. Useful for older adults with diabetes, heart disease, COPD, arthritis, or multiple chronic conditions needing coordinated care. Telehealth is especially useful for medication management, follow-ups, and dermatology — most Medicare plans now cover it permanently. Annual Wellness Visits are free under Medicare and include cognitive screening, depression screening, and a personalized prevention plan. Free, confidential, and...
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Trusted health information from Mayo Clinic with senior-specific guidance. Built for seniors needing geriatric primary care, low-cost specialty visits, telehealth, or chronic-condition management. Geriatricians focus on the whole-person picture — medications, falls, cognition, hearing, vision, mood, and function. Hearing aids are not covered under Original Medicare but are covered by many Medicare Advantage plans and OTC products under $400. All services free of charge to qualifying seniors and family...
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Comprehensive senior health information and care from Cleveland Clinic. Relevant for seniors managing five or more medications, which is the threshold where geriatric specialty care most helps. Federally Qualified Health Centers offer sliding-scale care and accept Medicare, Medicaid, and uninsured patients. Beers Criteria lists medications that are riskier for older adults — geriatricians actively de-prescribe when the harm-benefit balance shifts. Free service; donations support but never gate access.
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Find COVID, flu, shingles, pneumococcal, and other vaccines for older adults. Built for seniors needing geriatric primary care, low-cost specialty visits, telehealth, or chronic-condition management. Free clinics typically require an income screening and proof of uninsurance; many serve veterans and immigrants regardless. Most older adults take 4-5 prescriptions; a Comprehensive Medication Review at the pharmacy counter is free under Medicare Part D. Free, confidential, and available to any Rhode...
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Find federally qualified health centers in Rhode Island offering sliding-scale care. Built for seniors needing geriatric primary care, low-cost specialty visits, telehealth, or chronic-condition management. Free clinics typically require an income screening and proof of uninsurance; many serve veterans and immigrants regardless. Hearing aids are not covered under Original Medicare but are covered by many Medicare Advantage plans and OTC products under $400. Free, confidential, and available to any...
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Dial 211 for free 24/7 information on health, food, housing, and social services in Rhode Island. Worth contacting for adults 65+ without a primary care doctor, or those whose current doctor doesn't specialize in older adults. Geriatricians focus on the whole-person picture — medications, falls, cognition, hearing, vision, mood, and function. Annual Wellness Visits are free under Medicare and include cognitive screening, depression screening, and a personalized prevention plan. Free, confidential, and...
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