Dallas Area Agency on Aging
Dallas Area Agency on Aging
The Dallas Area Agency on Aging (DAAA) is the
department under the umbrella of the Community Council of Greater Dallas
responsible for planning, advocating, coordinating resources and providing
services for seniors (persons 60+) and their caregivers in the Dallas County
area. It is part of a national network administered by the Federal
Administration on Aging and funded under the Older Americans Act. The Act
provides for grants to states, area agencies and local agencies to ensure the
needs of seniors are met through the provision of nutrition and other community
services. Funds are passed through the Texas Department of Aging and Disability
Services, the state’s aging organization responsible for contract compliance.
An area plan is prepared annually to outline service needs and strategies for
service provision. A 25-member advisory council, made up of consumers, service
providers, health care providers, and elected officials provide advice and
assistance to staff in administration of the area plan.
Click here to read the
Area Plan
Description.
Click here to request a copy of the annual
Area Plan Report.
Click here for the
Profile of Dallas County Older Population
For more information about the Administration on Aging, the Older Americans Act
and the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services, select Additional
Resources in the menu to view links.
