How to apply for Area Agency on Aging services (Five County Area Agency on Aging) — Garfield in Utah
Five County Association of Governments — Area Agency on Aging
Who it's for
The Five County Area Agency on Aging in St. George serves older adults and caregivers in Beaver, Garfield, Iron, Kane and Washington counties, including Garfield County. Call the main office at 435-673-3548, extension 108. Case managers run in-home help programs, including the Medicaid Aging Waiver, the state Alternatives Program and Veteran Directed Care. The National Caregiver Support Program helps unpaid family caregivers. The Benefits Enrollment Center (extension 104) gives free help applying for Medicaid, HEAT, SNAP, Medicare Savings Programs and Extra Help. SHIP counselors (extension 171) explain Medicare plans, and Senior Medicare Patrol helps you spot and report Medicare fraud. Other services include the Long-Term Care Ombudsman, telephone reassurance calls and volunteer programs. Meals and activities are offered at senior centers in Escalante, Henrieville and Panguitch. Call before you visit; the office may not be able to meet without an appointment.
AAA services are free or donation-based, and some have waiting lists or income rules. Most Older Americans Act services start at age 60. Utah Medicaid decides Medicaid long-term care eligibility.
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
- None — call to get started
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-435-673-3548 ext. 108
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging services (Five County Area Agency on Aging) — Garfield. 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 none — call to get started — 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
none
Related programs
Other help that people in the same situation often look at.
- Elder ServicesUtah SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program): free Medicare counselingUtah Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS), through local Area Agencies on Aging
- TransportationGarfield County Senior Centers shuttle to Cedar City — GarfieldGarfield County Senior Citizen Centers
- Supportive ServicesLong-Term Care Ombudsman ProgramAdministration for Community Living (delivered locally by State and local Long-Term Care Ombudsman programs)
- Supportive ServicesNational Family Caregiver Support Program (OAA Title III-E)Administration for Community Living (delivered locally by Area Agencies on Aging)
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.