How to apply for Area Agency on Aging services (Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Colorado) — Rio Blanco
Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Colorado (Mesa County Department of Human Services, for Associated Governments of Northwest Colorado)
Who it's for
The Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Colorado serves adults 60 and over and family caregivers in Rio Blanco County. It connects people to Meals on Wheels and senior dining, options counseling, vouchers for chore, homemaker, dental, glasses, hearing aid, and respite help, legal services, Medicare counseling, and long-term care ombudsman help. Garfield County Older Adult Programs covers Rio Blanco County for ADRC help — call 970-625-5282 ext. 3263 or 970-379-1451.
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: 1-970-625-5282 ext. 3263
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging services (Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Colorado) — Rio Blanco. 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.