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How Do You Get on Your Area Agency on Aging's Provider List?
Call your AAA, ask how it buys in-home services, and apply at its next procurement. What AAAs fund, what they require, and how to stay on the list.
Which Area Agency on Aging serves my county in District of Columbia?
Last verified October 17, 2026 · All District of Columbia resources
Washington, DC has no separate Area Agency on Aging: the DC Department of Aging and Community Living serves as both the state and area agency on aging for the whole District.
The state office is the DC Department of Aging and Community Living (DACL). Anywhere in the US, the Eldercare Locator (eldercare.acl.gov, 1-800-677-1116) connects you to your local agency.
| Agency | Counties served | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| DC Department of Aging and Community Living (DACL) | District of Columbia | (202) 724-5626 |
What does an Area Agency on Aging do?
Area Agencies on Aging plan and fund local services for older adults under the Older Americans Act: information and referral, in-home services, meals, caregiver support and help applying for benefits. Many contract with home care agencies to deliver in-home services.
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