As an increasing percentage of the U. S. population reaches old age, the need for information about them grows. Those who are going through the process seek information that will help them cope with the challenges of aging. Those who want to learn more seek statistics and facts.
The Reference Librarians of the Upper Arlington Public Library Reference Department have provided useful, current and reliable information to help older adults navigate the third act of their lives with dignity, confidence and humor; and for those who are studying the topic, there is a wealth of facts and figures.
This is not a comprehensive list, but rather a pathfinder to help you find all that you need.
In addition to providing these resources, the library also offers the free Home Delivery program, which delivers library materials to our local patrons that are homebound due to illness, injury or advanced age. Click the link or call 614-486-9621 ext. 128 for more information.
Indexes / Databases
The following are part of the Upper Arlington Public Library’s premium resources. Unless you are in one of our library locations, you will need your library card and PIN to access them. Please note: Links to our databases will open in a new window or tab in your browser.
Consumer Health Complete – Includes medical information designed to meet patients’ information needs, including specific information geared towards seniors.
Opposing Viewpoints – Find current information and explore differing viewpoints on today’s important social issues affecting seniors, including such topics as medicare/medicaid, social security, retirement, health care and much more.
Gale Encyclopedia of Senior Health – The topics in this encyclopedia are written specifically for the aging population, covering medical diagnoses and other issues important to senior health.
Sociological Collection – Find extensive research on older people as a population group in this database of peer-reviewed journal articles covering all areas of sociology.
Reference Resources
These materials are available for use in the Research Department of the Tremont Branch Library. Click on the links for more location information.
Reference Books
- Aging in America
- Complete Guide to Prescription & Nonprescription Drugs
- Encyclopedia of Gerontology
- Franklin County Senior Resource Guide
- Information Plus: Growing Old in America
- Mosby’s Nursing Drug Reference
- Older Adults: Your Aging and Disability Resource Network
- Older American’s Information Resource
Journals / Magazines
Magazines
Some current issues of the following magazines are available for checking out, and older issues may be accessible at the Tremont Branch’s Research Department. Follow the links to the catalog to request certain issues, or see a librarian for more information.
Newsletters
Find current issues of these titles in the Reference Department.
Archives / Special Collections
The Consumer Collection and Ohio Room, both located in the Research Department of the Tremont Library, have many sources specific to seniors, including information on:
- Elder Law
- Estate Planning in Ohio
- Hearing Aids
- Long-Term Care
- Organizing Legal and Medical Information
- Retirement
See a Librarian for more information or help locating these collections.
Websites
National Organizations and Federal Agencies
- AARP
- Eldercare Locator
- Medicare
- National Council on Aging
- National Institute on Aging – Health
- Nursing Home Compare
State Resources
- Ohio Department of Aging
- Ohio Long-term Care Consumer Guide
- Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging
- Franklin County Office on Aging
- LifeCare Alliance – Meals on Wheels, etc.
Local Resources
- Upper Arlington Commission on Aging 2021-2022 Resource Directory
- Upper Arlington Commission on Aging – Programs
- Upper Arlington Senior Center
Research
- Aging Statistics
- American Federation for Aging Research
- National Institute on Aging
- Pew Research – Older Adults
Search Starters
Continue your research by seeing a list of titles in UAPL’s catalog on the following subjects relevant to seniors: