How to apply for Area Agency on Aging services (Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas) — Madison
Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas
Who it's for
The Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas is the Area Agency on Aging for Madison County. It is a private, non-profit group that has served seniors in nine northwest Arkansas counties since 1979, and it also serves veterans and people with disabilities. Its services include adult day centers and services, care coordination, the Family Caregiver Support Program, housing, in-home services and help, Meals on Wheels, medical supplies, a personal emergency response system (Life Alert), and senior activity centers. The Madison County branch office is at 903 North College, Huntsville; call 870-293-6402. Senior centers in the county include the Madison County Senior Activity & Wellness Center in Huntsville (479-738-2750). The main office in Harrison can be reached toll-free at 1-800-432-9721.
AAA services are free or donation-based and some depend on funding; programs the agency helps with have their own eligibility rules. Most Older Americans Act services start at age 60. 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
- None — call to get started
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-870-293-6402
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging services (Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas) — Madison. 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.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.