Seniors are integral members of their community and deserve equal rights, dignity, and opportunities. Read below for related hotlines and resources.
International
🇺🇳 AARP Resource Center @ aarp.org / 202-434-3525 / US-based organization that caters to adults ages 50 and older, providing tools, resources, and services for healthcare, community, and finances.
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🇺🇳 HelpAge International @ helpage.org / 44-20-7278-7778 / Global nonprofit that works to improve the quality of life for older people across the globe in 98 different countries.
North America
🇺🇸 211 @ 211.org / 211 / Referral and directory telephone service that connects callers with any/all resources that may be beneficial to their circumstance. 211 is available both in the entirety of the United States and Canada.
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🇺🇸 Alzheimer’s Association Helpline @ alz.org / 800-272-3900 / Voluntary health organization that focuses on Alzheimer’s disease care, support, and research in the United States.
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🇺🇸 ARCH National Respite Network @ archrespite.org / 703-256-2084 / US emergency care organization that provides services to children and adults with special needs.
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🇺🇸 Caregiver Action Network @ caregiveraction.org / 855-227-3640 / Leading family caregiver organization in the US that connects and supports Americans caring for loved ones.
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🇺🇸 Department of Aging @ hhs.gov / 877-696-6775 / Agency under the US Department of Health and Human Services to serve older adults.
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🇺🇸 ElderCare Locator @ eldercare.usaging.org / 800-677-1116 / Information and referral resource that connects older Americans with services, funded by the United States Administration on Aging.
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🇺🇸 Elder Protection Center @ elderprotectioncenter.com / 877-353-3780 / Online resource for older adults in the United States to combat abuse, scams, and neglect.
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🇲🇽 Instituto Nacional de las Personas Adultas Mayores @ gob.mx / 55-50880247 / Decentralized public body under the Federal Public Administration to coordinate, promote, support, foster, monitor, and evaluate programs for older adults in Mexico.
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🇺🇸 Legal Services for Older Americans @ acl.gov / Program operated by the Administration for Community Living and United States Department of Health and Human Services to provide older adults with legal assistance regarding their rights.
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🇺🇸 Medicare Helpline @ medicare.gov / 800-633-4227 / 24/7 assistance and advice on Medicare usage and programs in the United States.
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🇺🇸 National Adult Protective Services Association @ napsa-now.org / 202-370-6292 / National nonprofit that coordinates services with local law enforcement and policy to prevent abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older adults in the United States.
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🇺🇸 National Domestic Violence Hotline @ thehotline.org / 800-799-7233 / Leading organization in the United States for empowering survivors of domestic violence and abuse.
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🇺🇸 National Elder Fraud Hotline @ ovc.ojp.gov / 833-372-8311 / Free resource and hotline operated by the United States Department of Justice and Office for Victims of Crimes to report fraud targeted at adults ages 60 or older.
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🇺🇸 National Indian Council on Aging @ nicoa.org / 505-292-2001 / United States nonprofit that focuses on the needs of aging Indigenous Americans, American Indians, and Alaska Natives.
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🇺🇸 Parkinson’s Foundation Helpline @ parkinson.org / 800-473-4636 / Telephone service for individuals with Parkinson’s disease as well as their families, friends, and healthcare providers to find out more information through their trained specialists.
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🇺🇸 SAGE x HearMe @ sageusa.org / The United States’ largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQIA+ older people. SAGE now offers supportive services and resources through the SAGE x HearMe app, formerly known as the SAGE LGBTQ Elder Hotline.
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🇨🇦 Seniors’ Safety Line @ ontario.ca / 866-299-1011 / Confidential and free telephone resource for elder referrals, information, and support in Canada.
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🇺🇸 Social Security Administration @ ssa.gov / Official agency of the United States government that administers welfare benefits such as retirement, disability, and Medicare.
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🇺🇸 VA Benefits Hotline @ va.gov / 800-827-1000 / General hotline and inquiries information about United States veterans benefits.
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🇺🇸 Veteran’s Crisis Line @ veteranscrisisline.net / 988+1 / Crisis line for United States veterans operated by the national 988 suicide prevention hotline, specialized for serving veterans.
South America
🇧🇷 Disque 100 @ gov.br / Human rights hotline through the government of Brazil to report violations and abuse of marginalized communities, including older adults.
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🇦🇷 PAMI Senior Support Line @ pami.org.ar / 138 / Social welfare organization in Argentina that provides comprehensive medical assistance to older adults and retirees.
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🇨🇱 Servicio Nacional del Adulto Mayor @ senama.gob.cl / Official services provided by the government of Chile to support older adults.
Europe
🇫🇷 3977 @ 3977.org / 3977 / System for alerting and preventing elder abuse in France.
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🇬🇧 Age UK Advice Line @ ageuk.org.uk / 0800-678-1602 / Confidential national telephone service for older people in the United Kingdom, as well as their families, friends, caregivers, and professionals.
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🇸🇪 Äldrelinjen / 020-22-22-33 / Senior line for residents of Sweden needing someone to talk to for emotional support.
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🇮🇪 ALONE National Support Line @ alone.ie / 0818-222-024 / National organization in Ireland that improves the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of older people through their various services and information tools.
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🇪🇸 Fundación Amigos de los Mayores @ amigosdelosmayores.org / 608-200-300 / Volunteery foundation in Spain that fights loneliness and social isolation among older people.
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🇩🇪 Silbernetz @ silbernetz.org / 0800-4-70-80-90 / Social services provided to elders in Germany looking for support and resources.
Asia
🇰🇷 Korean Senior Welfare Helpline @ mohw.go.kr / 82-44-202-3471 / Telephone support through the Ministry of Health and Welfare in South Korea directed at older adults.
Africa
🇿🇦 AGE-in-Action @ age-in-action.co.za / 021-426-4249 / Originally known as the South African Council for the Aged, AGE-in-Action represents older people while protecting their interests and wellbeing.
Oceania
🇳🇿 Age Concern New Zealand @ ageconcern.org.nz / 0800-65-2-105 / New Zealand charity that promotes the dignity, well-being, equity, and respect of adults over 65.
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🇦🇺 Elder Abuse Helpline @ ag.gov.au / 1800-353-374 / Telephone number that automatically redirects users with local services regarding elder abuse in Australia.