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How to apply for Area Agency on Aging (Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia) — Chesapeake City

Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia — Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) network

Who it's for

Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia is the Area Agency on Aging for the City of Chesapeake. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to SSSEVA (PSA 20, Norfolk) provides home-delivered meals and senior-center nutrition, I-Ride transportation, in-home services, caregiver support, Medicare benefits counseling, wellness classes, and ombudsman services for adults 60+ across South Hampton Roads and Western Tidewater. Most services are for adults 60 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 1-757-461-9481 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 City of Chesapeake residency
  • A description of the help needed (in-home care, meals, transportation, caregiver support)

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-757-461-9481

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging (Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia) — Chesapeake City. 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 city of chesapeake 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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