How to apply for Area Agency on Aging services (Trident Area Agency on Aging) — Charleston
Trident Area Agency on Aging
Who it's for
Trident Area Agency on Aging is the state-designated Area Agency on Aging for Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties, including Charleston County, and serves as the area's Aging and Disability Resource Center. It arranges home-delivered meals, home care, group dining, rides to programs, health promotion, and legal services, plus Medicare counseling, family caregiver support, and long-term care ombudsman help. Call 843-554-2275 or toll-free 1-800-894-0415.
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.
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: 1-843-554-2275
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging services (Trident Area Agency on Aging) — Charleston. 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.