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  • Welcome to Council on Aging’s Aging and Disability Resource Directory. Here you will find information and resources available for older adults, people with disabilities, families and caregivers in our region. To use the directory, enter a search term in the search box and select a county or area from the drop-down menu, or click on the topics links below the search box.
  • If you are looking for information on housing for older adults in our region, click the button below to search our housing database.
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Care Options and Resources

This section provides information, resources and contact information for people who need care – whether at home, in the community or in a nursing home. Most of the information in this section is aimed at helping you stay independent at home.

Health and Safety

As we age, there are things we can do for ourselves and our loved-ones to to protect our health and safety. Whether it’s finding a new physician or preparing for a disaster, resources in this section can help.

Housing

Whether you need help with a home repair, rental or utility assistance, or finding a home to suit your particular health needs, COA’s housing resources and information can help.

Work, Education and Leisure

Learn something, have some fun! Resources in this section will help you find the information you need, whether you want to take a class, find a park, find a job, volunteer, or travel the world.


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Internet Safety

Navigating the Internet Safely

Internet Safety is about protecting the Person, the Device and the Data.

Example of Devices to protect:

  • Laptop computer
  • Desktop Computer
  • Smart Phones
  • Tablets
  • Video Game Consoles

Use Passwords and lockouts to protect your data in the event your device is stolen.

Password tips:

  • Longer is better, 8-10 characters
  • Mix it up with letters, numbers and special characters
  • Use different passwords for different accounts
  • Don’t share your password
  • Keep passwords out of sight

The type of Data you are protecting by using passwords:

  • Contacts
  • Pictures and Videos
  • Music Collections
  • Identities
  • Credit/Bank Information

Information provided by AARP

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Federal Trade Commission
600 Pennsylvania Ave.
Washington DC 20580

Description:

This site provides consumer educational materials and allows consumers to file a complaint online. Information is available on a number of topics, including healthcare, funerals, identity theft and scams, and more.

National Do Not Call Registry

The National Do Not Call Registry gives you a choice about whether to receive telemarketing calls at home. Most telemarketers should not call your number once it has been on the registry for 31 days. If they do, you can file a complaint at this Website. You can register your home or mobile phone for free.

Internet Safety

Project GOAL – Internet Safety for Older Adults: Challenges and Solutions

Online safety tips

 

 

 

 

 

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Ohio Attorney General
30 E. Broad Street
Columbus OH 43215

Description:

By law, the Attorney General is the chief law officer for the state of Ohio. The Office protects Ohio families from predatory financial practices through enforcement authority in the areas of consumer protection, antitrust, charitable organizations, and health care fraud.

The office offers services to protect the most vulnerable Ohio citizens, including children, the elderly, victims of crime and those who are preyed upon by greed in its many forms: unfair, illegal or shady business practices, criminal conduct and abuse of power and corruption. Programs are also available to support veterans, active duty military, and their families.

The Consumer Protection Section protects Ohioans from predatory and illegal business practices. With authority granted by the Ohio Consumer Sales Practices Act and other statutes, the section enforces laws that prohibit unfair and deceptive practices including but not limited to: false advertising, shoddy workmanship, and failure to perform services or to deliver goods.

Consumers can file a complaint online or by calling 800-282-0515.

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Stay Safe Online

Description:

Stop. Think. Connect. is a national education and awarens campaign on cybersecurity. This website provides information and resources on protecting you, your family and devices from fraud and scams on the internet.

Stay safe on line: basic precautions for online safety

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U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Description:

U.S. Department of Homeland Security provides resources and materials to help you stay cyber safe.

Cyber tips Fact Sheet