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How to apply for Cape Fear Area Agency on Aging Services (New Hanover County)
Cape Fear Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging (Region O), the designated Area Agency on Aging under the Older Americans Act for Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover, and Pender counties.
Who it's for
The Cape Fear Area Agency on Aging serves older adults age 60 and older and their family caregivers in New Hanover County. Services include 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 links to in-home aide and adult protective services. Call the Area Agency on Aging to learn what is available locally.
New Hanover: served by the Cape Fear Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging (Region O). Specific services and waitlists vary by program and funding.
What you'll need
- Proof of age 60+ (for most aging services)
- Proof of New Hanover County residency
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 910-395-4553
Renewals
annual reassessment
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