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How to apply for Area Agency on Aging (Eastern Shore Area Agency on Aging - Community Action Agency, Inc.) — Accomack

Eastern Shore Area Agency on Aging - Community Action Agency, Inc. — Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) network

Who it's for

Eastern Shore Area Agency on Aging - Community Action Agency, Inc. is the Area Agency on Aging for Accomack County. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to ESAAA/CAA (PSA 22, Exmore) provides senior center programs, home-delivered meals, care coordination for persons 60 and older, Medicare/Medicaid assistance and No Wrong Door services for Accomack and Northampton counties. Most services are for adults 60 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 757-442-9652 (toll-free 800-452-5977) to get started.

The Area Agency on Aging is the entry point to Older Americans Act and Virginia aging services for adults 60+. Specific services depend on an individual needs assessment and local funding, so this shows as a may-qualify result.

What you'll need

  • Proof of age 60+ (or a qualifying disability) and Accomack County residency
  • A description of the help needed (in-home care, meals, transportation, caregiver support)

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 757-442-9652 (toll-free 800-452-5977)

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging (Eastern Shore Area Agency on Aging - Community Action Agency, Inc.) — Accomack. 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+ (or a qualifying disability) and accomack county residency, a description of the help needed (in-home care, meals, transportation, caregiver support)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

as needed (assessment-based)

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