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How to apply for Area Agency on Aging of the South Texas Development Council (STDC AAA) — Title III + ADRC (Zapata County)
South Texas Development Council (STDC) — designated AAA under OAA Title III for the 4-county South Texas region (Jim Hogg, Starr, Webb, Zapata); headquartered in Laredo
Who it's for
STDC AAA serves Zapata County seniors age 60+ and their caregivers as part of the 4-county South Texas border region. Services include Title III Congregate Meals + Home-Delivered Meals, Benefits Counseling (HICAP/SHIP Medicare), Care Coordination, Caregiver Support, In-Home Support, and Long-Term Care Ombudsman. Apply by calling STDC AAA at 800-292-5426 or 956-722-3995.
Zapata County is one of 4 counties in the STDC AAA service area. Note: Starr's COG is LRGVDC but its AAA is STDC (documented misalignment).
What you'll need
- Proof of age 60+
- Proof of Zapata County residency
- For home-delivered meals: documentation of homebound status
- For SHIP service: Medicare card
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 800-292-5426
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging of the South Texas Development Council (STDC AAA) — Title III + ADRC (Zapata 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 Zapata 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
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