How to apply for Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging & Disability — Older Americans Act Services (DeKalb County) in Tennessee

Who it's for

The Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging & Disability, part of the Upper Cumberland Development District, serves older adults and adults with disabilities in DeKalb County. Help includes home-delivered and congregate meals, in-home and homemaker services, family caregiver support and respite, SHIP Medicare counseling, options counseling and long-term-care help, the CHOICES and OPTIONS programs, and legal help. Adults age 60 and over, and adults with disabilities, can call the aging and disability line at 931-432-4111, or the toll-free information and assistance line at 1-866-836-6678, to learn what local help is available.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging & Disability — Older Americans Act Services (DeKalb 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 DeKalb 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