Ark-Tex Area Agency on Aging
Provides persons age 60 and over with abuse/neglect referral, legal awareness education, health care information, long-term care insurance information, public benefits counseling/information, ombudsman services. Also provides assistance with filling out forms, individual advocacy, individualized advice, public interest advocacy, self-help materials and referrals to other agencies.
Mission Statement: To perform as a viable advocate and leader in the communities we serve in providing a comprhensive, coordinated continuum and access of services and assistance to the older population to live dignified, independent and productive lives in a safe environment. To enhance community and regional awareness of available services and to develop and promote a collaborative referral sysytem with other area human services agencies to ensure quality and thorough assistance to our populace. |