Health and Healthcare

Healthcare.gov 
This site directs you, based on your state of residence, to purchase insurance through either the appropriate state or federal health insurance marketplace.
 
CDC Healthy Living site 
The Centers for Disease Control's (CDC's) healthy living site covers specific health conditions, health at different life stages, and health considerations for specific populations.
 
Medicare is a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over who have paid into the system through payroll taxes on their wages. In order to receive benefits, you need to enroll. This page, getting started with Medicare, gives more information about setting up Medicare.
 
The Mayo Clinic website provides consumers with an aray of health information. You can look up symptoms, diseases, drug information, and much more.
 
WebMD provides valuable health information, tools for managing your health, and support to those who seek information.
 
This site includes information about Healthy People 2020 objectives and evidence-based, actionable health information for consumers from MyHealthfinder.
 
HealthReach is a national collaborative partnership that has created a database of FREE multilingual, multicultural health information and patient education materials for those working with or providing services to individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP).
 
 
Resources, information about treatment programs, frequently asked questions, family support.
 
Resources and information on finding assisted living facilities in Iowa, how to pay, and much more.
 
Resources and information on emergency housing,
 

Living With Disabilities

This website is a guide to 100+ jobs for people with disabilities
 
BrainLine is a national multimedia project offering authoritative information and support to anyone whose life has been affected by brain injury or PTSD: people with brain injuries, their family and friends, and the professionals who work with them. BrainLine also provides military-specific information and resources on traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to veterans, service members, and their families. Through video, webcasts, articles, personal stories, research briefs, and current news, those whose lives have been affected can learn more about brain injury symptoms and treatment, rehabilitation, and family issues associated with care and recovery.
 
HelpGuide is a nonprofit mental health and wellness website. Our mission is to provide empowering, evidence-based information that you can use to help yourself and your loved ones.