How to apply for Area Agency on Aging services (Grand Gateway) — Ottawa
Grand Gateway Economic Development Association Area Agency on Aging
Who it's for
Grand Gateway's Area Agency on Aging serves older adults in Ottawa County and six other northeast Oklahoma counties. It helps people 60 and older live on their own at home. Services include information and assistance, meals (nutrition), in-home services, family caregiver support, legal services, the long-term care ombudsman program, help with Medicare Part D enrollment, transportation, and health and wellness programs. Call 1-800-482-4594.
AAA services are free or donation-based; programs the agency helps with have their own rules. Older Americans Act services are for people age 60 and older. Medicaid and ADvantage eligibility is decided by Oklahoma Human Services.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Find my benefitsWhat you'll need
- None — call to get started
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-800-482-4594
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging services (Grand Gateway) — Ottawa. 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.
Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.