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ALERT! Berks County South Campus Closed Monday, October 5: The Berks County South Campus will be closed to staff and the public on Monday, October 5, to complete a scheduled electrical utility project. The South Campus Building will be without power from 8 am to 5 pm while Met-Ed conducts this work. For safety reasons, no one will be permitted to enter or access the South Campus building for any reason between 8 am to 5 pm on October 5.

The County appreciates the public’s understanding and apologizes for any inconvenience this temporary closure may cause.

Welcome to the Area Agency on Aging

Our Mission

The mission of the Berks County Area Agency on Aging is to provide services, based on need, to all older Berks County residents and those with disabilities; empowering self-determination; advocating for their rights; and promoting the highest possible level of independence.

The Berks County Area Agency on Aging serves county residents with comprehensive services for our over 60 population. As your Area Agency on Aging we provide a variety of services and programs to assist families and individuals over 60 achieve independence to be self sufficient. Whether you require senior center services, in-home services, a comprehensive assessment, information and referral services, care management, caregiver support services, protective services, adult day care centers we are here to help you acquire those services. We are proud to be here to serve our aging community.

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News & Important Announcements

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Farmers Market Nutrition Program
Program begins June 1st and checks are available to eligible recipients while supplies last.
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Assessments for Funded Services
Two programs funded, in total or partial funding, by Medicaid is the Aging Waiver program and the OPTIONS program. 
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Care at Home
Specialized services to enable older adults to remain independent in their own homes.
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Elder Abuse Awareness
Elder abuse and crimes targeting older people are a real issue that comes in many forms.  Learn how to stay safe and report suspected abusers.
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Caregiver Toolkit
PA CareKit is a collection of tools, information, and support to help you learn more, plan ahead, or catch your breath. It’s here to support your role, your time, and your needs – because caregiving rarely comes with instructions.
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Senior Housing Options
Explore options of living at home, in assisted living, and other housing resources in information.
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Ombudsman Services
‘Ombudsman’ is a Swedish word that means citizen representative, advocate, mediator. Ombudsman services were established by the Older Americans Act to advocate for consumers of long-term care services.
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Health and Wellness
The Health & Wellness Program focuses on health promotion and disease prevention education and activities for older Pennsylvanians.
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