Resources
Government Resources
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
- Website: www.cms.gov
- Description: Official site for information about Medicare, Medicaid, and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS)
- Website: www.hhs.gov
- Description: Provides information on health and human services, including disease prevention, health research, and public health policies.
Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS)
- Website: mn.gov/dhs
- Description: Offers resources and information about health care, social services, and community support programs specific to Minnesota.
Medicare
- Website: www.medicare.gov
- Description: Official U.S. government site for Medicare, providing information on coverage options, enrollment, and resources for beneficiaries.
Healthcare Associations
National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC)
- Website: nahc.org
- Description: Represents the nation’s home care and hospice organizations, providing resources and advocacy for quality home care services.
American Health Care Association (AHCA)
- Website: www.ahcancal.org
- Description: Official site for information about Medicare, Medicaid, and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
American Heart Association (AHA)
- Website: www.heart.org
- Description: Organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke, offering information on cardiovascular conditions, treatment, and prevention.
American Diabetes Association (ADA)
- Website: diabetes.org
- Description: Nonprofit organization providing information, advocacy, and support for people affected by diabetes.
Medical Information
Mayo Clinic
- Website: www.mayoclinic.org
- Description: Offers comprehensive information on a wide range of medical conditions, symptoms, and treatments, authored by Mayo Clinic experts.
WebMD
- Website: www.webmd.com
- Description: Provides credible health information, tools for managing health, and support for those seeking health information.