How to apply for Blair County Area Agency on Aging — Title III + APPRISE Medicare Counseling (Blair County)

Who it's for

Blair County AAA serves seniors age 60+ and their caregivers. Services include: Title III Congregate Meals + Home-Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels); APPRISE (PA's SHIP — Medicare benefits counseling); PACE/PACENET enrollment assistance; PA Lottery-funded Senior Shared Ride enrollment; Caregiver Support; Protective Services; Aging Waiver Care Management. Apply by calling AAA at 814-946-1235 or emailing info@blairseniorservices.org.

What you'll need

• Proof of age 60+
• Proof of Blair County residency
• For Home-Delivered Meals: documentation of homebound status
• For APPRISE Medicare counseling: Medicare card

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Blair County Area Agency on Aging — Title III + APPRISE Medicare Counseling (Blair County). 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 proof of age 60+, proof of blair county residency, for home-delivered meals: documentation of homebound status — 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

annual reassessment