Area Agency on Aging (AAA)
A local agency that administers government funded programs for older adults.
More Common Terms
- Occupational Therapy Therapy that trains individuals to manage everyday tasks in order to promote independence in the home.
- Conservator An individual or public or private agency appointed by a court to provide legal representation for an individual who can no longer manage his or her own affairs.
- Adult Day Health Care A type of adult day service that offers comprehensive health services in addition to social and support services. Typical facilities will provide on-site nurses, therapists, social workers and other health professionals.