The Library offers many free programs and events including concerts, lectures, films, computer and Internet instruction, and performances that reflect a variety of interests that many senior citizen patrons have come to enjoy. Also, volunteer representatives from the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) provide free help to New Jersey Medicare beneficiaries who have problems with, or questions about their health insurance at some of the Library’s Branches. To see what’s happening at the Monmouth County Library, check our Programs & Events. Or, visit a Branch Location for a copy of the Library's monthly Adult Calendar.

Information on the Web Choose from the categories below to find information especially for seniors on the World Wide Web. General Senior Resources Health & Wellness Money & Legal Issues Technology & Cyberspace Travel, Recreation, and Leisure

General Senior Resources AARP - Non-profit organization addressing the needs and interests of people 50 and older FirstGov for Seniors - Government site providing access to services for senior citizens and information on a variety of topics from consumer protection to retirement planning Monmouth County Office on Aging - Programs & Services - County agency that provides a variety of supportive services for seniors National Council on the Aging - Nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health and independence of older persons U.S. Administration on Aging - Site designed to provide a comprehensive overview of a wide variety of topics, programs and services related to aging Top of page

Health & Wellness Alzheimer's Association - Organization dedicated to finding prevention methods, treatments, and an eventual cure for Alzheimer's AMA Doctor Finder - Member physicians' credentials and specialties Medicare - The Official U.S. Government Site for People with Medicare Medicaid - U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Medicaid information MedLine Senior Health Issues - Articles from the National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health Merck Manual of Geriatrics - Online version of this popular medical manual National Institutes of Health - Information from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Cancer Institute - Cancer-related health information National Institute on Aging - Information on health and well-being for older Americans National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS) - Information on a free program that loans recorded and braille books to eligible U.S. residents New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services - Health and Wellness information from the State of New Jersey Nursing Home Compare - Detailed information about the past performance of every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in the country Top of page

Money & Legal Issues AARP Tax-Aide Program - Free volunteer tax assistance and preparation for low to moderate income seniors Better Business Bureau - Information on business reliability, dispute resolution, truth-in advertising, and more Federal Citizen Information Center - Answers to questions about consumer problems and government services IRS - Publications for Older Americans - Tax information for senior citizens U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging - Information on senior issues before senate Social Security Online - The official web site of the U.S. Social Security Administration Rutgers Law Library - Legal reference guide for public librarians in New Jersey Top of page

Technology & Cyberspace AARP: Computers & Technology - Technology information for individuals 50 and older CyberSeniors - A nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting Seniors to the world at their fingertips SeniorNet - Nonprofit organization providing older adult education for and access to computer technologies Top of page

Travel, Recreation, & Leisure AARP: Travel - Travel information, destinations, discounts, and tips Elderhostel - A nonprofit organization providing educational adventures all over the world to adults aged 55 and over Frommers(Senior) - Travel information geared toward seniors Travel Tips for Older Americans - Information for seniors planning travel abroad Monmouth County Park System - Information on programs for active adults 55 and older New Jersey Council on Special Transportation - Monmouth County ride information SCAN - Adult learning center for seniors aged 50 and over offering cultural, educational, and informational courses Top of page