Welcome to the Area Agency on Aging for Pierce County!
Aging and Disability Resources (ADR) is designated by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services / Aging and Long Term Support Administration as the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) for Pierce County. As an AAA, ADR is responsible for local planning, coordination and administration of Federal and State funds targeted to provide a comprehensive system of long term services and supports (LTSS) designed to address the needs and support community living for frail older adults, adults with disabilities and their caregivers residing in Pierce County.
The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) is a program of ADR and serves as the front-door to the local LTSS delivery system, providing unbiased information, community outreach / education, help accessing services and person-centered care planning / care coordination to meet the individual needs of older adults, persons with disabilities and their caregivers.
ADRC E-Newsletter This monthly e-newsletter focuses on issues related to older adults and people of all ages with disabilities.
ADR Advisory Board This advisory board assists with program planning, funds allocation, evaluation of contracted services, identification of unmet community needs, and community education.
The Aging and Disability Resources Program offers a wide range of community-based services that allow older adults and adults with disabilities to remain at home as long as possible.
The Aging and Disability Resources Program offers a wide range of community-based services that allow older adults and adults with disabilities to remain at home as long as possible. These services address the needs of frail, older and functionally disabled adults living in Pierce County.
Case Management
Case managers assist individuals to access the services and supports they need to remain in their own home. Nurses are also available to review health needs and teach in-home care aide how to best meet those needs.
Family Caregiver Support
Provides services to help unpaid caregivers caring for aging parents, ailing spouses, partners, disabled adult children, or friends suffering from a debilitating illness. FCSP webpage.
Long Term Care Ombudsman
Serves as a voice for residents of long-term care facilities, look into complaints, and helps solve problems. LTC Ombudsman webpage.
Aging & Disability Resource Center
Provides an access point for those seeking information and assistance regarding programs or services available to older adults or adults with disabilities. This service can range from a brief phone conversation to more in-depth conversations in the home setting.
The 2018-2019 Area Plan Update builds on our 2016-2019 Area Plan. It addresses new and emerging issues in Pierce County as well as the proposed budget for 2018.
The Area Plan lays out the direction for Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources to serve the needs of older adults and individuals with disabilities for the next four years. 2016-2019 Area Plan includes the proposed 2016 Area Plan budget which allocates funding for a wide range of community-based services.
The ADR Advisory Board assists Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources with program planning, funds allocation, evaluation of contracted services, identification of unmet community needs, and community education. Members also serve as liaisons between the ADR program and the public, which includes informing legislators on key issues impacting older adults and adults with disabilities. The board’s membership is comprised of older adults, persons with disabilities, service recipients, professionals and an elected official. The board meets six times annually (odd numbered months) on the third Tuesday of the month from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. All meetings are open to the public. Board members also participate in additional committee work.
Pierce County wants to hear from you. Please select one of the following to talk to elected officials and staff, or to report problems in our community.
