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How to apply for Area Agency on Aging (Peninsula Agency on Aging, Inc.) — Newport News City

Peninsula Agency on Aging, Inc. — Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) network

Who it's for

Peninsula Agency on Aging, Inc. is the Area Agency on Aging for the City of Newport News. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to Headquartered in Newport News (739 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Suite 1006). Serves the six Peninsula localities with home-delivered meals, transportation, care services, caregiver support, and veteran services, 'primarily sixty years of age and over.' Most services are for adults 60 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 1-757-873-0541 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 Newport News residency
  • A description of the help needed (in-home care, meals, transportation, caregiver support)

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-757-873-0541

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging (Peninsula Agency on Aging, Inc.) — Newport News 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 newport news 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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