Resources

federal and state links

California Health Advocates Program Medicare Counseling (HICAP)
AARP The Magazine Feel great - Save money - Have fun
AARP Bulletin Your Health - Your Money - Your World
FDIC: Consumer Financial Rights Find the proper regulatory agency for financial complaints.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Its mission is to make markets for consumer financial products and services work for Americans. It is working to: EDUCATE - ENFORCE - STUDY.
EyeCareAmerica - The Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology Eye Care for the medically under-served nationwide: provides eye exams and up to one year of care for those who qualify.
The Senior Citizens League It is an organization of senior citizens concerned about the protection of their social security, Medicare, and veteran or military retiree benefits.
Medicare.gov The official U. S. Government site for Medicare
Bay Area Legal Aid Free Legal Assistance for low income people
Volunteering for Oakland A neighborhood group that initiates, facilitates, and supports a variety of opportunities for citizens to become involved in positive community action
Resources for CalRTA Members Revised December 2015

The Solutions You Need to Help Prevent Slips, Trips and Falls Covered Topics: Fall Prevention Review, I've Fallen and I CAN Get Up!, Medical Alert Systems. Prepared by Senior Support Program of the Tri-Valley based in Pleasanton, CA.
AARP Fraud Watch: Protecting Online Data Whether you do your banking, shopping, or just checking your email, online personal privacy is a growing issue as hackers become more and more sophisticated. Take these steps to keep your information secure...
AARP Protecting Yourself Online For Dummies This is a comprehensive booklet by Nancy Muir and Ryan Williams.