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How to apply for Area Agency on Aging (Aging & Long Term Care (ALTC) – Southeast Washington (listed by ALTSA as "Southeast WA Aging and Long Term Care")) — Yakima

Aging & Long Term Care (ALTC) – Southeast Washington (listed by ALTSA as "Southeast WA Aging and Long Term Care") — Washington ALTSA (DSHS) Area Agency on Aging network

Who it's for

Aging & Long Term Care (ALTC) – Southeast Washington (listed by ALTSA as "Southeast WA Aging and Long Term Care") is the Area Agency on Aging for Yakima County. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to Designated Area Agency on Aging for an eight-county southeast Washington region including Yakima and Kittitas counties. Operates Aging and Disability Resource Centers; programs include senior nutrition, transportation services, case management, and caregiver support. Yakima ADRC office: 1710 S 24th Ave Suite 100, Yakima, (509) 469-0500; Lower Valley (Grandview) office (509) 402-0334; toll-free 1-855-567-0252 (contact page https://www.altcwashington.com/contact/). Most services are for adults 60 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 1-509-965-0105 to get started.

The Area Agency on Aging is the entry point to Older Americans Act and Washington 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 Yakima County residency
  • A description of the help needed (in-home care, meals, transportation, caregiver support)

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-509-965-0105

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging (Aging & Long Term Care (ALTC) – Southeast Washington (listed by ALTSA as "Southeast WA Aging and Long Term Care")) — Yakima. 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 yakima 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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