Consumer resources

US Department of Labor - An Employee's Guide to Health Benefits Under COBRA - PDF
This guide covers employee rights under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) of 1986. COBRA addresses healthcare coverage for employees and their dependents in the event of a job loss or divorce. This resource is produced by the U.S. Department of Labor.

American Psychological Association - Resilience Guide: For Parents & Teachers
This brochure serves as a guide for parents and teachers to help children build resilience and manage feelings of anxiety. Strategies and techniques for preschool- through high school-aged kids are covered. This resource is produced by the American Psychological Association.

US Department of Housing and Urban Development - Help Yourself to a Healthy Home - PDF
This tip sheet addresses common yet overlooked dangers that may be present in your home. It goes over how to address these issues and make your home safer. This resource is produced by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

US General Services Administration - Consumer Action Handbook - PDF
This handbook offers comprehensive tips about how to be an informed consumer. It covers a wide range of consumer situations and guides the reader through each one. This resource is produced by the U.S. General Services Administration Federal Citizen Information Center.

The Century Council - How to Talk to Your Adolescent About Alcohol - PDF
This public service document addresses the difficult challenge of talking with children about alcohol. Many helpful tips are offered about how to have the discussion, as well as answers to common questions. This resource is produced by the Century Council and Nickelodeon™.

CARF Brochure - How to choose services for yourself and your loved ones - PDF
This flyer discusses issues and questions that should be considered when choosing services for yourself or loved ones. With suggestions and ideas to consider, this is a great reference when choosing a provider.

American Psychological Association - The Road to Resilience
This brochure is intended to assist readers in dealing with difficult events in their lives. Strategies and techniques to build resilience, as well as factors that affect how people deal with hardships, are covered. This resource is produced by the American Psychological Association.

American Psychological Association - Staying Resilient Through Tough Economic Times
Managing your resilience during stressful economic times can seem like a difficult task. This brochure offers readers positive tactics and outlooks that can assist in adapting to current conditions. This resource is produced by the American Psychological Association.

American Psychological Association - Resilience in a Time of War
This brochure addresses emotions that are caused by terrorism and war. Tips for building resilience and adapting in a time of war and conflict are discussed. This resource is produced by the American Psychological Association.

American Psychological Association - Resilience for Teens: Got Bounce?
Teens looking for a guide to help them learn the skills of resilience can use this brochure as a resource. It focuses on challenges and issues specific to this age group. This resource is produced by the American Psychological Association.

Brain Injury Association of America - Facts About Traumatic Brain Injury
This fact sheet contains definitions and information about traumatic brain injury. It is produced by the Brain Injury Association of America, Inc.

Brain Injury Association - Where to Turn - Your Guide to Federal Disability Policies and Programs - PDF
This comprehensive PDF covers various departments, policies, and programs of the US government that influence or oversee disability issues. This resource is produced by the Brain Injury Association of America, Inc.

CARF Brochure - Questions to Ask Providers - PDF
This guide lists important questions to ask when evaluating different provider options. It also covers things to look for when visiting prospective health and human service organizations. This resource is produced by CARF International.

Amputee Coalition of America - When Disaster Strikes Pocket Survival Guide - PDF
This brochure provides information that will help you plan and prepare for a disaster. Several disaster situations are covered with tips about responding to each one. This resource is produced by the Amputee Coalition of America (ACA).

US Department of Health and Human Services - Questions and Answers about Bursitis and Tendinitis - PDF
This booklet is an in-depth look at bursitis and tendinitis. Symptoms, prevention, treatments, affects, and research relating to bursitis and tendinitis are covered. This resource is produced by the US Department of Health and Human Services.

National Rehabilitation Hospital - Choosing a High-Quality Medical Rehabilitation Program - PDF
This guidebook acts as a tool for persons looking for medical rehabilitation programs. It provides an explanation of common terms, real-life stories, and background on other issues in order to better inform you in your search. This resource is produced by the National Rehabilitation Hospital.

National Institute of Mental Health - Lets Talk About Depression - PDF
This fact sheet is a focused look at how to deal with depression for teens. Subjects ranging from myths about depression, identifying depression, substance abuse, and how to get help or treatment are discussed. This resource is produced by National Institute of Mental Health - the Office of Communication and Public Liaison.

National Institute of Mental Health - Facts About Eating Disorders and the Search for Solutions - PDF
This fact sheet provides an overview of some specific eating disorders and gives general background on these issues. It ends with treatment strategies and recent research concerning eating disorders. This resource is produced by the National Institute of Mental Health.

National Stroke Association - Guide to Choosing Stroke Rehabilitation Services - PDF
This guide will assist you in choosing the best stroke rehabilitation program. There are certain background issues and terms in stroke rehabilitation that this document discusses to help you with your decision. This resource is produced by the National Stroke Association.

Guía de la Asociación Nacional de la Embolia Cerebral para Elegir Servicios de Rehabilitación de Embolia Cerebral - PDF
In Spanish. This guide will assist you in choosing the best stroke rehabilitation program. There are certain background issues and terms in stroke rehabilitation that this document discusses to help you with your decision. This resource is produced by the National Stroke Association.

Guide de l’Association Nationale des Accidents Vasculaires Cérébraux pour une sélection de services de rééducation suite à un accident vasculaire cérébral - PDF
In French. This guide will assist you in choosing the best stroke rehabilitation program. There are certain background issues and terms in stroke rehabilitation that this document discusses to help you with your decision. This resource is produced by the National Stroke Association.

FDA Office of Womens Health - Sleep Disorders - PDF
This fact sheet provides an overview of common sleep disorders and problems. Definitions, treatments, and tips for getting better sleep are included. This resource is produced by the FDA Office of Women's Health.

Consumer Guide To Understanding Financial Performance And Reporting In CCRCs - PDF
This PDF provides an overview of some key concepts related to financial performance of CCRCs and some specific issues to contemplate when considering a move into a CCRC.

CARF brochure - How to select a continuing care retirement community - PDF
If you have decided that a CCRC is an option for yourself or a family member, here are examples of some things to keep in mind and questions to ask as you decide which CCRC is best for you.

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - The Pocket Guide to Staying Healthy at 50+ - PDF
This brochure discusses steps you can take to maintain health as you age. It includes helpful tips, as well as useful charts you can use to keep track of your health. This resource is produced by the US Department of Health and Human Services.

Department of Veterans Affairs - Federal Benefits for Veterans Dependents and Survivors 2010 Edition - PDF
This document is an in-depth look at federal benefits for veterans. Fifteen chapters cover various benefits and factors that affect them. This resource is produced by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

US Department of Health and Human Services - Questions and Answers about Knee Problems - PDF
This publication focuses on various types of knee problems. Specific conditions, causes, prevention, treatments, and current research are discussed. This resource is produced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

US Department of Health and Human Services - Handout on Health - Osteoarthritis - PDF
This booklet is a focused look at Osteoarthritis and its treatments. Subjects ranging from the basics of Osteoarthritis, prevention, and current research are discussed. This resource is produced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

US Department of Health and Human Services - Handout on Health - Osteoporosis - PDF
This publication is for people who have osteoporosis, their families, and others interested in learning more about the disease. It describes osteoporosis and its impact, and contains information about the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of this disease, as well as current research efforts. This resource is produced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Social Security Administration - Social Security Understanding the Benefits 2010 Edition - PDF
This document is an overview of the Social Security system and its benefits. Several benefits and ways to take advantage of them are covered. This resource is produced by the Social Security Administration.