How to apply for Area Agency on Aging (Area Agency on Aging, Region X) — Jasper

Who it's for

Area Agency on Aging, Region X is the Area Agency on Aging for Jasper County. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to Missouri AAA Region 10 (Joplin), serving "Barton, Jasper, Newton, and McDonald counties". Senior centers with weekday congregate lunch - "Eligible clients, 60 years and over, receive lunch for the requested donation of $4.50 per meal" - plus homebound meal delivery, foot clinics, medication management and vaccine clinics, Medicare counseling (including Extra Help and Medicare Savings Programs), family caregiver support (homemaker, respite and personal care contracted through home health agencies), long-term care ombudsman advocacy, and legal referrals to Legal Aid of Western Missouri. Priority is given to those with the greatest economic and social need. Most services are for adults 60 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 1-417-781-7562 to get started.

What you'll need

• Proof of age 60+ (or a qualifying disability) and Jasper County residency
• A description of the help needed (in-home care, meals, transportation, caregiver support)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging (Area Agency on Aging, Region X) — Jasper. 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 proof of age 60+ (or a qualifying disability) and jasper county residency, a description of the help needed (in-home care, meals, transportation, caregiver support) — 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

as needed (assessment-based)