How to apply for Area Agency on Aging services (Elderbridge Agency on Aging) — Emmet in Iowa
Elderbridge Agency on Aging
Who it's for
Elderbridge Agency on Aging is the Area Agency on Aging for Emmet County and 28 other counties in north central, northwest and central Iowa. Its services include information and assistance, options counseling, case management, congregate and home-delivered meals, nutrition counseling, falls prevention classes, family caregiver support (support groups, training and help finding respite care), help for grandparents and older relatives age 55 and up who are raising a child, elder abuse prevention, legal assistance on elder rights issues, and Medicare help. Meals can have a wait list. Elderbridge has offices in Mason City, Fort Dodge, Carroll and Spencer. Call 800-243-0678.
Area Agency on Aging services are free or donation-based, and some have wait lists. Most Older Americans Act services start at age 60. Medicaid long-term care eligibility is decided by Iowa HHS.
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: 1-800-243-0678
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging services (Elderbridge Agency on Aging) — Emmet. 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.