How to apply for Area Agency on Aging services (San Juan County Aging Services) — San Juan in Utah
San Juan County Aging Services (Area Agency on Aging)
Who it's for
San Juan County Aging Services in Monticello is the Area Agency on Aging for older adults and caregivers throughout San Juan County. Call 435-587-3225; staff can help you find the right program even if you do not know what to ask for. Senior Nutrition Sites in Blanding, Bluff, La Sal and Monticello serve meals and offer activities, and home-delivered meals are also available. In-home programs help eligible older adults and veterans stay safely at home: Alternatives, the Medicaid Aging Waiver and Veteran-Directed Care. The office also offers caregiver support, free Medicare help, help with rides to medical care, the Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Tai Chi and fall prevention classes, and telephone reassurance calls. The county also lists Navajo Nation senior centers in Aneth, Dennehotso, Navajo Mountain, Oljato, Red Mesa and Teec Nos Pos.
AAA services are free or donation-based, and some have waiting lists or eligibility rules. Most Older Americans Act services start at age 60. Utah Medicaid decides Medicaid long-term care eligibility.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- None — call to get started
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-435-587-3225
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging services (San Juan County Aging Services) — San Juan. 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
Related programs
Other help that people in the same situation often look at.
- Elder ServicesUtah SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program): free Medicare counselingUtah Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS), through local Area Agencies on Aging
- TransportationNon-Emergency Medical Transportation Voucher Program (San Juan County Aging Services) — San JuanSan Juan County Aging Services (Area Agency on Aging)
- Supportive ServicesLong-Term Care Ombudsman ProgramAdministration for Community Living (delivered locally by State and local Long-Term Care Ombudsman programs)
- Supportive ServicesNational Family Caregiver Support Program (OAA Title III-E)Administration for Community Living (delivered locally by Area Agencies on Aging)
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.