Aging Services

The mission of Tooele County Aging Services is to enhance the health, and well-being of adults promoting safety, health, and independence for adults aged 60 and older. This is achieved through a coordinated system of services that includes:

  • Education
  • Assistance
  • Referral
  • Nutrition
  • Socialization

The Tooele County Aging Services Division serves as the organizational unit responsible for implementing the Older Americans Act within the County. As an effective and visible advocate for seniors, the Division of Aging Services leads efforts on aging-related issues. It proactively engages in advocacy, planning, coordination, interagency linkages, information sharing, organizing, monitoring, and evaluation to develop and enhance comprehensive community-based systems for the County. Call 435-277-2420 for more information.

Resources for older adults

Services offered by Aging Services

Area Agency on Aging Four-year Plan

Aging Services programs in Tooele County are designed to assist seniors in leading independent lives in their own homes and communities as long as possible.

SERVICES

Active Aging Newsletter

Monthly information on activities, meal menu, upcoming events and classes.

Caregiver Educational Opportunities

Lunch and Learn, Dementia Dialogues, Dementia Live, Dealing with Dementia.

Caregiver Support Program

Information, services, assistance, training and support for caregivers of older adults.

Council On Aging

Represents the planning, participation and community advocacy for the elderly.

2024 Brochure Vulnerable Adult and Exploitation Resource Guide

Extra Help

Federal assistance related to prescription drug coverage.

Falls Prevention

Stepping On Class Building Confidence and Reducing Falls.

Group Support

Alzheimer’s Support, Parkinson’s Support, Grief Support, The Next Chapter

Legal Aide for Tooele County Senior Citizens

Utah Legal Services Senior Law Center for adults 60 years or older.

Living Well with Chronic Condition

A free, six-week workshop for anyone living with one or more chronic conditions.

Meals on Wheels Program

Nutritious daily meal delivered to qualified individuals.

Medicaid Aging Waiver Program

Provides services to help older adults remain in their homes.

Medicare Open Enrollment

 Open enrollment dates.

MSP (Medicare Savings Programs)

Assistance for paying for Medicare Part B.

Non-Medical Home Based Services

In home services for frail seniors.

Ombudsman

Supporting and protecting the rights of individuals living in long-term care facilities.

Senior Centers

Provide activities, education, entertainment and a daily meal.

S.H.I.P (Senior Health Insurance Program)

Medicare counseling.

SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol)

Medicare fraud prevention services.

Social Security

First and last Tuesday of each month at Tooele Senior Center 9am-noon.

The Next Chapter

Grief support: a social and educational program for widows and widowers and a county grief resource list.

Transportation Scheduling

Serving seniors, veterans, persons with disabilities and the general public.

Veteran Directed Care

Medicare 101

Learn about eligibility, enrollment, the different parts of Medicare, coverage, and cost.

Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

This community education opportunity is free and open to everyone.

OTHER RESOURCES

Alzheimer's Association

Utah Falls Prevention Alliance

Utah Department of Human Services

Tooele County Area Agency on Aging Administration

Utah Commission on Aging

MEDICARE

Questions

For questions regarding Medicare please visit their website: https://www.medicare.gov/

Medicare Counselors

Add or call our Medicare Counselors at 435-277-2420

ACTIVITIES, CLASSES, EVENTS

Seminars for Caregivers

Join us for free classes presented by experts on different topics pertinent to caregiving.

Meals on Wheels Program

The Meals on Wheels Program helps adults 60 years of age and older (who can no longer drive themselves) remain independent in their homes by providing a nutritious daily meal (Monday – Friday, meals are not delivered on weekends or holidays). The suggested contribution per meal is $4.00. CONTACT INFORMATION Meals On Wheels Program: (435) […]

Stepping On- Building Confidence and Reducing Falls

STEPPING ON -BUILDING CONFIDENCE AND REDUCING FALLS FALLS PREVENTION – Stepping On is an interactive evidenced-based work shop series. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Simple and fun balance and strength training The role vision plays in keeping your balance How medication can contribute to falls Ways to stay safe when out and about What to look […]

Senior Health Insurance Information Program (S.H.I.P.)

Medicare Counseling available to explain options about: Medicare Part A, B, C & DMedigap / Supplemental Insurance Organize doctor & hospital bills Education about Senior Fraud and Abuse- See Senior Medicare Patrol for more information Assistance in applying for Medicare Savings Programs and extra help For more information call (435)277-2420.

Medicaid Aging Waiver Program

Provide services to help older adults remain in their homes or other community based settings 65 years of age and older Must be eligible for both Medicaid or Medicare Assistance with homemaking and personal care and other services For more information call (435) 277-2420 or (435)277-2455 or email desirae.taylor@tooeleco.gov

Ombudsman

Supporting and protecting the rights of individuals living in long-term care facilities. Advocate for Long-term Care Residents Provide information about resident’s rights and resources available to them Investigate any issue which affects the resident’s quality of life and care Work with residents, their families and facility staff to resolve problems For more information call: 435-277-2456 […]

Senior Centers

Senior Centers provide an opportunity for older adults to remain active and engaged in the community. Programs and services include: Information about community resources Opportunities for socialization Daily meal Educational presentations Preventative health activities Volunteer opportunities Entertainment and recreational activities Center locations: 59 E. Vine Street in Tooele, Phone (435) 843-4110 120 S. Center Street […]

Caregiver Support Resources

INFORMATION, SERVICES, ASSISTANCE, TRAINING AND SUPPORT FOR CAREGIVERS OF FRAIL, OLDER ADULTS. Are you an adult caregiver providing care for someone over the age of 60? Are you a Grandparent caring for Grandchildren under the age of 18 or a disabled adult 19-59? Do you need a break? Give Tooele County Aging Services, Caregiver Support […]

Non-Medical Home Based Services

NON-MEDICAL HOME BASED SERVICES In-Home services for adults 60 years of age and older who are at risk for premature placement into facility based care. Adult day services READ MORE Case management READ MORE Homemaking READ MORE Meal preparation READ MORE Personal care assistant READ MORE Shopping READ MORE For more information contact (435)277-2420.

Proper Disposal of Prescription and Over the Counter Drugs (OTC)

DO NOT FLUSH ! DO NOT POUR!