Independent Living Resource Information

The following list contains Information resources to assist Independent Living  in the Chapel Hill area. Information in the table is subject to change and should be verified by contacting the provider. Information was current as of 03/25/06. Web sites and email addresses are included where available, click on them to be directed the web site or to send an email.  

Home Modifications:

• General Information on Home Repair and Universal Design: www.aarp.org/states/nm/nm-news/a2004-04-14-states-homerepair.html
• Jack Traywick, a long time resident, has architectural and engineering training and experience plus a know-how in life-span home alterations. He is associated with highly qualified builders. Free consultations:967-0355  4jacks@bellsouth.net
• FHA has a list of contractors residents have used in the past.

Safety and Crime Prevention:

• National Crime Prevention Council: www.ncpc.org

Counseling and Mental Health:

• Chatham Counseling Center: Pittsboro (919)542-4422 or Siler City (919)742-5612
• Geriatric Evaluation and Treatment Clinic: (919)286-5713

Alcohol and Drug Abuse Information:

• Alcohol Anonymous Hotline 933-3877
• AARP Pharmacy: www.aarppharmacy.com/aarpNet/
• Drug Abuse Information and Treatment Referral: www.drugabuse.gov
• National Institute of Drug Abuse : www.nida.nih.gov

Information on Medical Conditions:

• WebMD: www.webmd.com
• NIH Web site: www.nih.gov

Financial and Legal:

• Living Wills:
  • Council on Aging Living Will Assistance: (919)542-4512
  • North State Legal Services: (800)662-7660
• Medical Directives:
• Declaration of Natural Death:
• Healthcare Power of Attorney:
• Estate Planning:
• Domestic Treatment of the Elderly:

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