The Area Agency on Aging provides an array of supportive services, which benefit older adults of Garrett County. Services are offered at the agency’s senior centers and nutrition sites, as well as at the agency’s administrative office. Many of the activities offered are in the form of social/recreational opportunities, i.e. crafts, bingo, painting, and cards. Other services include educational presentations. continuing education opportunities, trips, and legal referral. Additionally, the agency operates a telephone reassurance service for frail home-bound seniors.
Suport services, elder abuse, legal assistance, telephone reassurance, long-term care ombudsman, guardianship, health insurance counseling and advocacy, home delivered meals, nutrition counseling, assisted living, in-home services (65+), personal care, chores, and respite.
