How to apply for Thrive West Central (Area 7 Agency on Aging) — Options Counseling + PathWays/CHOICE + Meals (Clay County) in Indiana

Who it's for

Clay County's Area Agency on Aging is Thrive West Central, the Indiana Area 7 Agency on Aging and Disabled. It connects older adults and people with disabilities to in-home services and care, meals for anyone 60 and older (plus a spouse of any age), home and technology changes, legal help, the long-term care ombudsman, and Medicare counseling (SHIP and SMP). Thrive Transportation gives rides to older and disabled riders. Thrive serves Vigo, Vermillion, Sullivan, Parke, Putnam, and Clay counties. Call the Aging & Disabled Resources line at 812-917-3145.

What you'll need

• Proof of age 60+
• Proof of Clay County residency
• For Home-Delivered Meals: documentation of homebound status
• For PathWays/CHOICE: functional + level-of-care assessment
• Medicare card if enrolled

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Thrive West Central (Area 7 Agency on Aging) — Options Counseling + PathWays/CHOICE + Meals (Clay County). 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+, proof of Clay County residency, for Home-Delivered Meals: documentation of homebound status — 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

annual reassessment