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About Us

The Council on Aging was organized in 1974 under the Title III of the Older Americans Act. It was designated as a "Focal Point" in providing services to the county's elderly and disadvantaged persons. We operate with Federal, State and Local funds. We are a not-for-profit agency. we rely heavily on donations. Over the years of service provided to the county, we have become  a vital link that is often needed in order to meet specific needs of the elderly. Our primary concern is the client.

Adult Day Care

• An alternative lifestyle offers a protective environment for the more frail elderly. Close monitoring of living conditions, medications and family association assure that the enrollee can live as long as feasible without a nursing home. Protective environment for those over 60 enrollment limitations.

Housing

• Includes linkage to housing units specifically for elderly and also rent subsidy.​

Area IV- Offices have moved to the Union Township Trustee's Office,  519 N Main St, Monticello, IN 47960

​Services offered: Case management/ Energy assistance and Homelessness Prevention Coalition. Linkage to housing units for elderly.

Information

• The Salvation Army- Doing the most Good, Call for Assistance 574-297-8547
AARP Tax Assistance- AARP volunteers file taxes each year February through April
• SHIIP- Senior Health Insurance information Program counselors trained by the Indiana Department of Insurance are available to assist clients with Medicare, supplements.
• Employment-  Coordinate with and/or utilize employment opportunities under Experienced Works.

Nutrition

• Monticello noontime meals served Monday through Friday at 12:00 (noon) at the Monticello Senior Center. Homebound meals are available. You would need to call Area IV      1-800-382-7556 for home meals.
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