CARIE - Organizations whose mission is to improve the well being, rights, and autonomy of older persons through advocacy, education, and action. Almanac of Policy Issues: Seniors Issues - News, background information and links on the Older Americans Act and other federal programs affecting the nation's senior citizens, including Meals on Wheels. Center on an Aging Society - Non-partisian public policy institute that studies the consequences and opportunities of population aging for all aspects of society. The Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups - Non-profit grassroots advocacy organization concerned with issues affecting older persons and their families. List of member services and consumer advocacy information. Texas Silver-Haired Legislature - Non-profit group advocating on issues affecting older adults in the state. Includes details of resolutions, a directory, newsletters and a calendar of events. Beverly Foundation - Pasadena non-profit organization focusing on important issues affecting older adults especially mobility and transportation within the community. National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (N4A) - Umbrella organization advocating to ensure that needed resources and support services are available to older Americans. Includes policy papers and press releases. Washington State Senior Citizens' Lobby - Forum for senior advocacy groups throughout the state. List of key issues, officers and member organizations. Health and Retirement Study (HRS) - The Health and Retirement Study (HRS) is a source of longitudinal, cross-sectional data for researchers and policymakers who study aging. The HRS is based on a national sample of over 22,000 individuals who are interviewed every other year.