How to apply for Area Agency on Aging services (North Delta PDD) — Tate in Mississippi
North Delta Planning and Development District – North Delta Area Agency on Aging
Who it's for
North Delta Planning and Development District in Batesville runs the Area Agency on Aging for Tate County and six other northwest Mississippi counties. For adults 60 and older, services include adult day care, congregate and home-delivered meals, homemaker services, information and referral, legal help through North Mississippi Rural Legal Services (1-800-498-1804), ombudsman and elder rights help, State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) counseling on Medicare and Medicaid, family caregiver support, and transportation. Home-delivered meals start with an in-home assessment, and people who are homebound get first priority. Call 662-561-4100 or toll free 1-800-844-2433.
AAA services are free or donation-based; programs the agency helps with have their own eligibility rules. Most Older Americans Act services start at age 60. Medicaid waiver eligibility is decided by the Mississippi Division of Medicaid.
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: 1-662-561-4100 (toll free 1-800-844-2433)
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging services (North Delta PDD) — Tate. 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.