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Announcement

Comment Requested on Older American Act Programs

The federal Administration for Community Living is looking for feedback on proposed updates to the regulations for most of its Older American Act (OAA) programs. Comments must be received or postmarked by August 15, 2023. Learn more.

Arizona's State Plan on Aging 2023-2026

View the latest Arizona State Plan on Aging.

Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) provides help with daily activities while allowing many individuals to remain in their own homes or live with their families by reducing the need for institutional care.

Services include:

  • adult day care
  • adult day health care
  • home delivered meals and meals at senior centers
  • home health aide
  • housekeeping
  • personal care
  • respite care
  • transportation and
  • visiting nurse

Eligibility

  • 60 years of age or older, or
  • 18 - 60 years of age with a disability,
  • and functionally impaired and unable to perform activities of daily living. This includes eating, bathing, dressing, grooming, using the bathroom and mobility (for example, walking or moving from a wheelchair to a bed).

How to Apply

The services are provided through partnerships between DES and Arizona's Area Agencies on Aging. Area Agencies on Aging coordinate services and their case managers determine eligibility. They can also answer many of your questions about long-term services and supports.

Contact a local Area Agency on Aging

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