Eldercare Locator: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Find local support and community resources for older adults through this free referral service.
The Eldercare Locator is a service designed to help you find local support and community resources for older adults.
Who it's for
This service is intended for anyone who is looking for local assistance or services for an older adult. Whether you are a family member, a friend, or a professional caregiver, you can use this tool if you need to locate specific support systems or community-based help for an aging individual in your area.
What you get
By using this service, you get referrals to local Area Agencies on Aging (often referred to as AAA). These agencies are key community resources that connect people to various support systems. Through these connections, you can find information regarding local services tailored to the needs of older adults in your specific community.
What it costs you
Using this service is entirely free. It is a search portal designed to provide information and guidance without any financial cost to the user. You do not need to pay a fee to access the directory or to find information about local agencies.
The catch to know
The most important thing to understand is that the Eldercare Locator is a directory, not a direct provider of care. It acts as a bridge to help you find where services are located, but it does not personally provide medical care, housing, or direct assistance to individuals. You will use the information found here to connect with the actual service providers in your area.
How to apply
- Access the official portal online.
- Use the search tools to identify the Area Agencies on Aging in your specific location.
- Use the contact information provided by the directory to reach out to local agencies for specific service needs.