Online resources are listed by category on issues that immigrants might want to know about including:
Senior Citizens
US Government Resources
The official US Government site that lists a wide range of useful resources for seniors. website
AARP
The AARP is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for seniors. They promote positive social change and deliver value to members through information, advocacy and service. website
Pension
Irish seniors currently living in the US may be entitled to an Irish / part Irish pension, you can access the application form on line on the Department of Social and Family Affairs website or call:
Irish Pensions Services Office
College Road, Sligo: 011-353-71-9169800.
General contact information:
Department of Social & Family Affairs
Oisin House, Pearse Street, Dublin: 011-353-17043000
www.welfare.ie
The Northern Ireland Social Services Agency in Belfast
01144-2890-336958
www.dsdni.gov.uk
Social Security
Everything you need to know about Social Security can be found at http://www.ssa.gov or by calling 800-772-1213
Veterans’ Benefits
Information about Veterans Benefits can be found at the Department of Veterans Affairs at www.vba.va.gov or call 888-838-7697
The Safe Home Programme
For information on affordable housing options for seniors who want to return to Ireland
Phone + 011 353 98 36036
Fax: +011 353 98 36037
Website: www.safehomeireland.com
Email: safehomeireland@eircom.net
Centenarian Awards
The Centenarian Bounty is an award made by the President of Ireland to citizens who have reached the age of 100 years. The eligibility criteria for the Centenarian Bounty include centenarians who are Irish citizens born in the island of Ireland who are resident outside the State.
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