How to apply for Southwestern Commission Area Agency on Aging — Older Americans Act Services (Haywood County) in North Carolina
Southwestern Commission (Region A Council of Governments), the designated Area Agency on Aging for far western North Carolina.
Who it's for
The Southwestern Commission Area Agency on Aging serves adults age 60 and older and family caregivers in Haywood County and the rest of Region A. Help includes home-delivered and congregate meals, the Family Caregiver Support Program, SHIIP Medicare counseling, options counseling for long-term care, the long-term care ombudsman, and links to in-home aide and legal services. Call 828-586-1962 to find the local senior center or service provider.
The Area Agency on Aging coordinates and funds services delivered through local senior centers and providers; specific programs (such as home-delivered meals or in-home aide) have their own assessments and may have waiting lists.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Proof of age 60 or older (or documented disability for certain services)
- Proof of Haywood County residency
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 828-586-1962
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Southwestern Commission Area Agency on Aging — Older Americans Act Services (Haywood 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 older (or documented disability for certain services), proof of Haywood 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
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.