The Area Agency on Aging of Tarrant County supports the network of services for older citizens throughout Tarrant County through:
Advocacy
We identify priority issues and advocate for change. We support
the Texas Silver-Haired Legislature election every two years. The
elected delegates, age 60 and over, represent senior concerns to
the state legislature.
Funding
Using Older Americans Act funds from the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services, we contract with local organizations to provide needed services. We also determine how some annual United Way campaign funds are used to fund older adult services in Tarrant County. United Way sponsors the Area Agency on Aging of Tarrant County and provides it with in-kind support.
Information and Referral (2-1-1 Texas)
We provide some of the funding for 2-1-1 Texas, a free service that provides information about support services for older adults, housing, transportation and other non-emergency assistance.
Leadership
We provide leadership opportunities for older adults as policy makers and decision makers on our Advisory Council and committees.
Outreach
We provide outreach to multi-ethnic, special-needs populations and caregivers of older adults. Through direct services, we help adults age 60 and over, and their caregivers, obtain services needed to help older adults remain in their own homes as long as possible. We provide benefits counseling services to those 60 and above, as well as to those who are otherwise eligible for Medicare. We also sponsor support groups and respite services for people who are caregivers of older adults.
Planning
We evaluate the need for aging services and develop service strategies.
Public Awareness
The Legal Awareness Program offers group presentations in order to inform older adults and service providers about benefits and issues affecting the lives of older adults. Call 817-258-8120 for more information.
2-1-1 Texas is the aging resources information and referral service provider for the Area Agency on Aging. Dialing 2-1-1 connects callers with free information about housing, transportation and other services for older adults and those who care for them.