Finding the Area Agency on Aging near you takes one ZIP code lookup. Here is exactly how to locate yours and what to ask for.
How do I find the Area Agency on Aging near me?
Enter your ZIP code at the federal Eldercare Locator (eldercare.acl.gov) or call 1-800-677-1116, a free public service of the Administration for Community Living. It instantly identifies the Area Agency on Aging serving your county. There are roughly 618 AAAs across the country, so almost every community has one within reach. AAAs sometimes go by other names — Council on Aging, Senior Services, or Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) — but they all provide the same federally supported help. You can also call 1-800-MEDIGAP (1-800-633-4427) and a specialist will help you locate your AAA.
What should I ask my local Area Agency on Aging?
When you reach your AAA, ask for an information-and-assistance assessment. This free conversation maps your needs to available programs: home-delivered or congregate meals, transportation to medical appointments, in-home personal care, caregiver respite, benefits counseling, and Medicare help through the SHIP program. Ask whether services carry a suggested donation and whether you qualify for any Medicaid-funded long-term supports. Because AAAs do not sell insurance, follow up with a licensed Medicare specialist to make sure your plan covers the gaps these services do not.
Why call 1-800-MEDIGAP after finding my AAA?
Your Area Agency on Aging handles community services, but it cannot compare or enroll you in Medicare plans. 1-800-MEDIGAP fills that gap. Our licensed US-based specialists review your Medicare Supplement, Advantage, and Part D options from every major carrier, free of charge, so your coverage and your local benefits work together. One number for every senior need: 1-800-MEDIGAP (1-800-633-4427).