Home » Federal benefits » Area Agency on Aging (AAA)
Who qualifies
Age 60+, no income limit (some specific services do means-test).
What you get
Local hub for Older Americans Act services: home-delivered meals (Meals on Wheels), congregate meals, transportation, in-home aide hours, caregiver respite, legal aid, ombudsman for nursing homes, and benefits counseling.
Tips that matter
Every county is covered by exactly one AAA. Start here when you don't know where else to start — they triage and refer.
How to apply
Find your AAA via the federal Eldercare Locator at eldercare.acl.gov or 1-800-677-1116.
State-level help on top of this
Most states layer their own programs on top of this federal one — pharmacy assistance, property tax relief, state Medicaid waivers. Pick your state to see what's available where you live.