How to apply for Area Agency on Aging services (Terrebonne Council on Aging) — Terrebonne Parish
Terrebonne Council on Aging, Inc.
Who it's for
The Terrebonne Council on Aging in Houma serves older adults in Terrebonne Parish. Services include meals at senior centers, home-delivered meals, homemaker help, information and assistance, legal help, medication management, personal care, transportation, utility assistance, and caregiver respite. Call (985) 868-8411 to ask about services. It also runs the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) for Lafourche and Terrebonne parishes, a place to start for long-term care options.
Council on aging services are free or donation-based, and some have waiting lists. Programs the agency helps with have their own 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: 1-985-868-8411
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging services (Terrebonne Council on Aging) — Terrebonne 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.