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How to apply for Area Agency on Aging (Young at Heart Resources (Area Agency on Aging Region 4)) — Worth

Young at Heart Resources (Area Agency on Aging Region 4) — Missouri Area Agency on Aging network (DHSS Senior and Disability Services)

Who it's for

Young at Heart Resources (Area Agency on Aging Region 4) is the Area Agency on Aging for Worth County. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to Benefits counseling (including Medicare and Medicaid counseling), congregate and home-delivered meals, active living/senior centers, in-home care, caregiving and respite support, healthy aging courses, legal assistance, long-term care ombudsman advocacy, transportation, information and assistance, community outreach, and grandparents-raising-grandchildren support. Most services are for adults 60 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 660-240-9400 (toll free 888-844-5626) to get started.

The Area Agency on Aging is the entry point to Older Americans Act and Missouri aging services for adults 60+. Specific services depend on an individual needs assessment and local funding, so this shows as a may-qualify result.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 660-240-9400 (toll free 888-844-5626)

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging (Young at Heart Resources (Area Agency on Aging Region 4)) — Worth. 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 worth 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)

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