How to apply for Area Agency on Aging services (East Arkansas Area Agency on Aging) — Lee
East Arkansas Area Agency on Aging (EAAAA)
Who it's for
The East Arkansas Area Agency on Aging (EAAAA) in Jonesboro serves Lee County and 11 other counties in Northeast Arkansas. Its senior services include care coordinators who help plan care, home care services, home care for veterans, private-pay care, wellness programs, senior centers, an ombudsman for people in long-term care, and personal emergency response systems (PERS). Its Family Caregiver Support Program offers respite, support groups, training, family mediation and legal assistance. Call 800-467-3278, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
AAA services may be free, donation-based or private pay; each service has its own rules. Medicaid long-term care eligibility is decided by the Arkansas Department of Human Services.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Call to ask what to bring
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-800-467-3278
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging services (East Arkansas Area Agency on Aging) — 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 call to ask what to bring — 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.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.