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How to apply for Central Pines Regional Council Area Agency on Aging Services (Johnston County)

Central Pines Regional Council Area Agency on Aging (Region J), the designated Area Agency on Aging under the Older Americans Act for the Central Pines region of North Carolina.

Who it's for

The Central Pines Regional Council Area Agency on Aging serves adults age 60 and older and their caregivers in Johnston County. Services include help finding congregate and home-delivered meals, family caregiver support and respite, Medicare counseling through the Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP), options counseling for long-term care, the long-term care ombudsman, and links to in-home and adult day services. Call the Area Agency on Aging to find out what is available locally.

Johnston: 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 Johnston County residency

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-800-310-9777

Renewals

annual reassessment

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