How to apply for Area Agency on Aging services (Tooele County Aging Services) — Tooele in Utah
Tooele County Aging Services (Tooele County Health Department)
Who it's for
Tooele County Aging Services works to promote the health, safety and independence of adults aged 60 and older in Tooele County. It helps seniors live on their own in their homes and communities as long as possible. Services include Meals on Wheels, senior centers with a daily meal, caregiver support, the Medicaid Aging Waiver, non-medical in-home services for frail seniors, ombudsman help for people in long-term care, SHIP Medicare counseling, Senior Medicare Patrol fraud prevention, help with Extra Help and Medicare Savings Programs, legal aid through Utah Legal Services for adults 60 or older, falls prevention classes and transportation scheduling. Call 435-277-2420 for more information.
AAA services are free or donation-based, and some have waiting lists. Most Older Americans Act services start at age 60. Utah Medicaid eligibility is decided by the State of Utah.
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: 1-435-277-2420
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging services (Tooele County Aging Services) — Tooele. 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
- TransportationUTA reduced fare for seniors — TooeleUtah Transit Authority (UTA)
- 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.