How to apply for Jefferson County Area Agency on Aging — Title III + APPRISE Medicare Counseling (Jefferson County) in Pennsylvania
Jefferson County Area Agency on Aging — designated AAA under the Older Americans Act Title III for Jefferson County; one of 52 AAAs in Pennsylvania.
Who it's for
Jefferson County AAA serves seniors age 60+ and their caregivers. Services include: Title III Congregate Meals + Home-Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels); PA MEDI, formerly APPRISE (PA's SHIP — free Medicare counselling); PACE/PACENET enrollment assistance; PA Lottery-funded Senior Shared Ride enrollment; Caregiver Support; Protective Services; Aging Waiver Care Management. Apply by calling AAA at 814-849-3096 or emailing info@jcaaa.org.
Jefferson: County AAA. APPRISE = PA's SHIP.
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+
- Proof of Jefferson County residency
- For Home-Delivered Meals: documentation of homebound status
- For APPRISE Medicare counseling: Medicare card
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 814-849-3096
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Jefferson County Area Agency on Aging — Title III + APPRISE Medicare Counseling (Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.