How to apply for CoAction (formerly NWICA) — Area 1 Agency on Aging — Options Counseling + In-Home Services + Meals (Pulaski County) in Indiana

Who it's for

Pulaski County's Area Agency on Aging is CoAction, the new name of Northwest Indiana Community Action (NWICA) and the designated Area I Agency on Aging for Lake, Porter, Pulaski, Jasper, Newton, and Starke counties. Services for people 60 and older include the Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) — options counseling to plan long-term care and help starting a Medicaid PathWays for Aging waiver request; in-home services arranged by a care manager; home-delivered and senior-center meals; caregiver support; and ombudsman help. Since July 1, 2025 the level-of-care assessment for PathWays is done by Maximus (1-833-597-2777), but CoAction can still help start the process. Call 219-794-1829 or toll-free 800-826-7871.

What you'll need

• Proof of age 60+
• Proof of Pulaski County residency
• For Home-Delivered Meals: documentation of homebound status
• For PathWays for Aging: a level-of-care assessment (done by Maximus since July 1, 2025)
• Medicare card if enrolled

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about CoAction (formerly NWICA) — Area 1 Agency on Aging — Options Counseling + In-Home Services + Meals (Pulaski 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 Pulaski 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