How to apply for Area Agency on Aging services (MAG Aging & Family Services) — Wasatch in Utah
Mountainland Association of Governments (MAG) — Aging & Family Services
Who it's for
MAG Aging & Family Services serves older adults and their families in Summit, Utah and Wasatch counties. It offers in-home programs, caregiver support and support groups, Meals on Wheels and senior centers, Medicare counseling, a long-term care ombudsman, Friendly Callers and a Senior Help Guide. Non-medical in-home services can include adult day care, homemaking and chore help, case management, personal care, emergency response systems and medical equipment. Call an options counselor at 801-229-3804 or email aging@magutah.gov. After a phone screening, you are placed on the right waiting list, and a case manager helps once you are accepted.
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: 1-801-229-3804
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Agency on Aging services (MAG Aging & Family Services) — Wasatch. 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
- TransportationHigh Valley Transit free buses and Valley Ride paratransit — WasatchHigh Valley Transit
- 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.