Bookmark this important page of key resources. Each section offers products, services, and information of value and interest to women. Be sure to check them out!
Silk Purse Book Club - A selection of recommended reading from a variety
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What would you’ve done if you’d been on the plane that landed in the Hudson River? Find out what your personal survivability factor is and how humans cope with tragedy in this fascinating book. |
Did you ever want something so badly that you couldn’t think of anything else until you got it? What if that “something” was the difference between life unshackled and life under ownership? In this excellent new book, learn about the unusual, unique, and uncommon ways people got what they wanted: a one-way ticket aboard the Underground Railroad.
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So what was your favorite toy when you were a kid? For millions of Boomers, no home was complete without a bevy of Barbies. But if her creator had listened to advisors, Barbie Millicent Roberts might never have existed. Read more about the life of this fascinating woman and how Barbie came
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Lucky is the woman who keeps one childhood friend past college. So imagine keeping ten of them. In this book you will read a story of friendships, memories, and eleven BFFs (Best Friends Forever.) If you grew up in the 1950s, ‘60s, or ‘70s, you will see yourself and your friends in these pages. |
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Alliance for Holistic Aging
The national non-profit Alliance for Holistic Aging (AHA!) is comprised of companies, service providers, professionals, organizations and individuals dedicated to providing new approaches, resources, products, and services to enable individuals to live well and age well.
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The Alzheimer's Spouse
A place for spouses to discuss the truth about Alzheimer's Disease and the marital relationship.
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American Association of University Women
Advancing equity for women and girls through advocacy, education and research.
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American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fighting for those affected by diabetes.
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Caring from a Distance
An organization for long-distance caregivers.
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Center for the American Woman and Politics
The CAWP is part of the Eagleton Institute of Politics, a respected education, research and public service unit of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey.
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The Consumer Consortium on Assisted Living (CCAL)
The only nonprofit consumer-based organization nationwide focused on the needs, rights and protection of assisted living consumers, their caregivers & loved ones.
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Diabetes Foundation, Inc
The Diabetes Foundation Inc. has been helping to improve the care and quality of life for people with diabetes.
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Feminist Majority Foundation
The FMF, which was founded in 1987, is a cutting edge organization dedicated to women's equality, reproductive health, and non-violence.
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First Ladies' Gallery
An illustrated guide to the first ladies of the United States.
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Gifts of Speech: Women's Speeches from Around the World
Full texts of women's speeches from around the world. Maintained by
Sweet Briar College.
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International Alliance for Women in Music
A resource for women composers and women in music topics, hosted by Abilene Christian University.
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Internet Women's Sourcebook
Presents online documents and secondary discussions which reflect the various ways of looking at the history of women.
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League of Women Voters
Nonpartisan political membership organization encourages informed, active participation of citizens in government.
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The Medicare Rights Center
The Medicare Rights Center works to ensure access to affordable health care
for older adults and people with disabilities through counseling,
educational programs and public policy initiatives.
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Meningioma Mommas
Founded by a woman who is a meningioma survivor, offers an online support group for all those affected by meningioma brain tumors.
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National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers
Professional Geriatric Care Managers (PGCMs) are health and human services specialists who help families care for older relatives, while encouraging as much independence as possible.
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National Association of Women Business Owners
NAWBO is the voice of America's 10.4 million women-owned businesses.
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National Council of Jewish Women
Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW courageously takes a progressive stance on issues such as child welfare, women's rights, and reproductive freedom.
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National Family Caregivers Association
The National Family Caregivers Association educates, supports, empowers and speaks up for the more than 50 million Americans who care for loved ones with a chronic illness or disability or the frailties of old age.
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The National Institute of Health
NIH is the steward of medical and behavioral research for the Nation. Its mission is science in pursuit of fundamental knowledge about the nature and behavior of living systems and the application of that knowledge to extend healthy life and reduce the burdens of illness and disability.
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National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Nonprofit organization serving patients with Multiple Sclerosis in US by supporting scientific research and promoting education.
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National Ovarian Cancer Coalition
NOCC's mission is to raise awareness and promote education about ovarian cancer.
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National Women's Health Resource Center
NWHRC is the leading independent health information source for women.
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National Women's History Museum
NWHM is a nonpartisan, nonprofit educational institution dedicated to preserving, interpreting, and celebrating the diverse historic contributions of women, and integrating this rich heritage fully into our nation's history.
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New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners
NJAWBO is the largest statewide women business owners' organization in the
United States.
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Nursing Home Compare
Nursing Home Compare has detailed information about every Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home in the country.
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Powerful You! Women's Network
Creates and facilitates venues for women who desire to develop connections that will assist in growing their businesses.
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State of New Jersey
Information and resources.
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State of New Jersey Department of Health
NJ Nursing Home report card.
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United Way Women's Leadership Council
The United Way’s Women’s Leadership Council seeks to improve people’s lives by mobilizing the caring power of women in our communities.
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Well Spouse Association
Well Spouse is a national, not for profit organization founded in 1988 by author and spousal caregiver, Maggie Strong.
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Women's Executive Network
WEXNET is an invaluable networking resource and an essential way for women to make valuable professional and personal connections.
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Women's Fund of New Jersey
Investing in women and girls in New Jersey since 1995.
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Women Reading Aloud
This is an organization dedicated to the power of the writer’s voice. Since 2003, WRA has provided venues for writers to read their work in their own voices.
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