How to apply for Upper Coastal Plain Area Agency on Aging Services (Wilson County) in North Carolina

Upper Coastal Plain Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging (Region L), the designated Area Agency on Aging under the Older Americans Act for Edgecombe, Halifax, Nash, Northampton, and Wilson counties.

Who it's for

The Upper Coastal Plain Area Agency on Aging serves older adults age 60 and older, their family caregivers, and people with disabilities in Wilson County. Services include congregate and home-delivered meals, family caregiver support and respite, the Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) for Medicare counseling, options counseling and long-term care help, the long-term care ombudsman, and links to local senior centers. Call the Area Agency on Aging to learn what is available in your county.

Wilson: served by the Upper Coastal Plain Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging (Region L). Specific services and waitlists vary by program and funding.

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+ (for most aging services)
  • Proof of Wilson County residency

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-252-234-5952

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Upper Coastal Plain Area Agency on Aging Services (Wilson 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+ (for most aging services), proof of Wilson 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 reassessment

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