How to apply for Lawrence County Area Agency on Aging — Title III + APPRISE Medicare Counseling (Lawrence County) in Pennsylvania

Who it's for

In Lawrence County, the Area Agency on Aging is Challenges: Options in Aging, run by Catholic Charities. It serves residents 60 and older and their caregivers. Services include care management, home-delivered meals, nursing home transition, personal care, home support, family caregiver support, help with health insurance (PA MEDI, formerly APPRISE — free Medicare counseling), the long-term care ombudsman, and transportation. Some services may have a cost. Challenges centers in New Castle (2706 Mercer Rd., 724-658-3729) and Ellwood City (1405 Woodside Ave., 724-752-9435) offer activities and health programs. To report abuse of an older adult, call 724-658-3729 any time.

What you'll need

• Proof of age 60+
• Proof of Lawrence County residency
• For Home-Delivered Meals: documentation of homebound status
• For APPRISE Medicare counseling: Medicare card
• For Aging Waiver: care management assessment + income documentation

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Lawrence County Area Agency on Aging — Title III + APPRISE Medicare Counseling (Lawrence 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 Lawrence 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