Useful Links & Information
Georgia Department of Community Health, Division of Medical Assistance provides these links only for the convenience of our users, and is not responsible for the availability or content of these external sites. The Department does not endorse, warrant or guarantee the products, services or information described or offered at these other Internet sites.
Administration on Aging Georgia Cares
Federal focal point and advocate agency for older persons and their concerns. The AoA seeks to educate older people and their caregivers about the benefits and services available to help them.
A.M. Best
Offers insurance-buying guides for consumers and reports on the condition of insurance companies.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - It is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Their goal is to ensure effective, up-to-date health care coverage and to promote quality care for beneficiaries.
ElderLiving Source - A comprehensive directory of assisted living communities, nursing homes, retirement communities, Alzheimer's care facilities, home health care services, and independent living communities.
Georgia Mason University Center for Health Policy Research and Ethics
Medicare - Official U.S. Government site for People with Medicare.
National Clearinghouse for Long-Term Care Information - Developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to provide information and resources to help you and your family plan for future long-term care needs.
National Nursing Home Database - Provides detailed information about the past performance of every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in the country.
Social Security Administration
Standard & Poor's - An independent company that assesses the financial strength of insurance companies.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Georgia Division of Aging Services - 404.657.5258; Toll Free: 1-866-55-AGING or 1-866-552-4464
This state organization works with local Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) as well as various other public and private organizations to help older Georgians, their families and loved ones find the services and information they need.
Georgia Office of Insurance Commissioner - (404) 656-2070 or 1-800-656-2298 (toll-free)
Georgia's regulatory body for insurance and insurance companies.