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How to apply for Northwest Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability Services (Lake County)

Northwest Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability (Northwest Tennessee AAAD), housed in the Northwest Tennessee Development District, the designated Area Agency on Aging and Disability for the nine-county Northwest Tennessee region.

Who it's for

The Northwest Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability serves older adults age 60 and older, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers in Lake County. Services include congregate and home-delivered meals, family caregiver support and respite, SHIP Medicare counseling, options counseling for long-term care, the long-term care ombudsman, the OPTIONS in-home services program, and public guardianship. Call the Information and Assistance line to learn what is available locally.

Lake: served by the Northwest Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability. Specific services and waitlists vary by program and funding. Information and Assistance line: 1-866-836-6678.

What you'll need

  • Proof of age 60+ (for most aging services)
  • Proof of Lake County residency

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 731-587-4213

Renewals

annual reassessment

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