How to apply for Area Agency on Aging services (Malheur Council on Aging & Community Services) — Malheur
Malheur Council on Aging & Community Services (MCOACS)
Who it's for
Malheur Council on Aging & Community Services (MCOACS) in Ontario is the Area Agency on Aging for Malheur County. It offers case management, senior meals and Meals on Wheels, in-home help through Oregon Project Independence, family caregiver support, limited home changes for safety, and one-on-one help with forms such as Social Security papers and public housing applications. Call the Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) helpline at 541-889-7651 or 1-855-673-2372 to get started.
AAA services are free or donation-based; program enrollments the agency helps with have their own eligibility rules. Most Older Americans Act services start at age 60. Medicaid long-term care eligibility is decided by the Oregon Department of 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: 1-541-889-7651
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging services (Malheur Council on Aging & Community Services) — Malheur. 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.