How to apply for Area Agency on Aging services (Cajun Area Agency on Aging / Evangeline Council on Aging) — Evangeline Parish
Evangeline Council on Aging (Cajun Area Agency on Aging region)
Who it's for
The Evangeline Council on Aging serves older adults in Evangeline Parish as part of the Cajun Area Agency on Aging network. Services include congregate meals, home-delivered meals, homemaker help, in-home respite for caregivers, legal assistance, the long-term care ombudsman, recreation, telephone check-ins, transportation, home visits, and wellness programs. The office is at 1012 N. Reed Street, Ville Platte. Call 337-766-0060 to ask about services. For Medicare Part D enrollment help, call the Cajun Area Agency on Aging at 1-800-738-2256.
Council on aging 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: 1-337-766-0060
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging services (Cajun Area Agency on Aging / Evangeline Council on Aging) — Evangeline Parish. 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.