How to apply for Area Agency on Aging services (Lee-Russell Council of Governments) — Lee
Lee-Russell Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging
Who it's for
The Lee-Russell Council of Governments is the Area Agency on Aging for Lee and Russell counties, including Lee County. It helps adults 60 and older, people with disabilities, and caregivers. Services include senior centers (five in Lee County and four in Russell County) with hot meals, frozen home-delivered meals for people 60 and older, Medicaid Waiver in-home care, the nursing home ombudsman and legal help referrals, health screenings, SenioRx prescription help, Alabama Cares caregiver support, and SHIP Medicare counseling. Call the Aging and Disability Resource Center at 334-749-5264.
AAA services are free or donation-based; program enrollments the agency helps with have their own eligibility rules. Most Older Americans Act services start at age 60.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Find my benefitsWhat you'll need
- None — call to get started
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-334-749-5264
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging services (Lee-Russell Council of Governments) — Lee. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need none — call to get started — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
none
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.