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How to apply for Kerr-Tar Area Agency on Aging Services (Franklin County)

Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging (Region K), the designated Area Agency on Aging under the Older Americans Act for Franklin, Granville, Person, Vance, and Warren counties.

Who it's for

The Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging serves older adults age 60 and older and their caregivers in Franklin County. It plans and funds local aging services such as congregate and home-delivered meals, family caregiver support and respite, the Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) for Medicare counseling, options counseling for long-term care, the long-term care ombudsman, and senior center programs. Call the Area Agency on Aging to find out what is offered locally.

Franklin: served by the Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging (Region K). Specific services and waitlists vary by program and funding.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 252-436-2040

Renewals

annual reassessment

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