Contact your local AAA for more information about the services and supports available in your community.
Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) are local organizations that help people aged 60+ and their caregivers access services to support their independence, health, and well-being.
Supportive services help older adults safely remain in their homes or return to their homes after a stay in a hospital or long-term care facility. Supportive services are key to helping older adults maintain their long-term independence.
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Navigators help older adults and caregivers identify their service needs, provide information about available programs, resources, and opportunities, and make referrals to local service providers.
Aging Iowans and their caregivers work with a trained options counselor to explore a person’s unique goals and preferences, create an action plan, and make informed decisions according to their needs.
This service assesses the needs of an individual and arranges, coordinates, and monitors the services and supports agreed upon to help aging adults support their independence.
Transportation from one local location to another that may include assisting an individual who has difficulties using regular transportation methods.
This service helps older adults with mental health concerns connect to a behavioral health provider within the community.
Performance of heavy household tasks such as yard work, mowing, and snow removal.
Aging adults can get assistance with light housekeeping tasks such as shopping for personal items, light housework, and preparing meals in their homes.
Physical household items may be available to aging Iowans on a limited basis, which may include items such as food, grab bars, smoke detectors, medical equipment, or ramps.
Personal assistance with activities such as getting dressed, bathing, grooming, assistance walking or transferring, or health-related tasks.
Allows family caregivers a period of rest while ensuring the person they care for continues to receive the support and care they need.
Helps family caregivers make decisions and solve problems related to their caregiving roles.
A small group of caregivers who want a place to discuss the stresses, challenges, and rewards of being a caregiver.
Iowa Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) are designed to help you and your loved one navigate aging services, senior care options in the state, and more. Find a location near you to get started.
If you or someone you love has been impacted negatively by a long-term care facility, such as a nursing home or assisted living facility, a long-term care ombudsman may assist. Learn about their long-term care ombudsman services and how they can help.
