The SSA, or Social Security Administration, is an independent Federal agency in the executive branch of government.  It is one of the largest federal agencies.  The central administrative and computer operations are located in Baltimore, MD.  There are local SSA offices to service individual claims. People pay taxes into the program.  The program takes the […]

Ability Tools is a great resource for older adults or anyone with a disability in California. The program includes: How is Ability Tools a medical resource? Older adults and people with disabilities often need medical equipment or supplies. Ability Tools works with the California Assistive Technology Reuse Coalition, aka Reuse Programs. These programs are non-profits […]

American Cancer Society Discovery is a non-profit organization.  They have locations throughout California, Iowa, Michigan, Ohio, Washington, and Virginia.   The Discovery Shops help support the fight against cancer by selling high-quality, gently used, donated merchandise.  The American Cancer Society accepts monetary donations, while the Discovery Shops accept non-monetary contributions such as clothing, accessories, jewelry, artwork, […]

Dogs can be people’s pets, but they can be working dogs, too. People train dogs for various reasons, such as police dogs, airport screening dogs, and medical detection dogs, to name a few. Early Alert Canines (EAC) is a non-profit specializing in training dogs to work with people with diabetes. Since COVID, they leveraged their […]

STAGES is always looking for vendors to advertise on our website.  We are looking for professionals and companies who can help individuals in the aging community through the downsizing process. Whether a person decides to age in place or move to a senior housing facility, people need help while they downsize.  Here is a list […]

Emeryville Citizens Assistance Program, also known as ECAP, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.   ECAP’s mission is to provide food, care and compassion to those in need in Emeryville, CA and the surrounding Bay Area communities.  ECAP provides food, educational and employment services, healthy lifestyle training and advocacy to help assist clients to become economically productive […]