How to apply for Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan — Older Americans Act Services (Ionia County)

Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan (AAAWM)

Who it's for

The Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan serves older adults in Ionia County. Services include home-delivered and congregate meals, in-home and personal care, caregiver support, Medicare/Medicaid counseling (MMAP), long-term care options counseling, and help applying for the MI Choice waiver. Adults age 60 and over, and adults with disabilities, can call 1-888-456-5664 to ask what help is available.

Specific services depend on need and on functional/financial assessment. The agency makes the final determination. Not legal or financial advice.

People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.

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What you'll need

  • Proof of age (60+) or disability status
  • Proof of Ionia County residency

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-888-456-5664

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan — Older Americans Act Services (Ionia 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+) or disability status, proof of Ionia County residency — 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

Official source →Last verified · June 28, 2026

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.