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How to apply for Central Pines Area Agency on Aging Services (Chatham County)

Central Pines Regional Council Area Agency on Aging (Region J, formerly Triangle J Council of Governments), the designated Area Agency on Aging under the Older Americans Act for Chatham, Durham, Johnston, Lee, Moore, Orange, and Wake counties.

Who it's for

The Central Pines Regional Council Area Agency on Aging serves older adults age 60 and older, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers in Chatham County. Services include congregate and home-delivered meals, family caregiver support and respite, options counseling for long-term care, the long-term care ombudsman, the Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) for Medicare counseling, and information and referral. Call the Area Agency on Aging to learn what is available locally.

Chatham: served by the Central Pines Regional Council Area Agency on Aging (Region J). Specific services and waitlists vary by program and funding.

What you'll need

  • Proof of age 60+ (for most aging services)
  • Proof of Chatham County residency

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-800-310-9777

Renewals

annual reassessment

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