Older Adults

Find services and support for older adults, their families, and caregivers.

Find General Information or Apply for Services

Start with the SeniorLine

Along with offering general information about older adult services in Allegheny County, the SeniorLine assists you with applying for services for you or someone else.

Call: 412-350-5460, weekdays, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.
Send an email.

Learn more about the Area Agency on Aging.

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) FAQs

Abuse or Neglect Concerns

Start with Allegheny County Older Adult Protective Services

If you suspect abuse or neglect of someone who is 60 years of age or older, call 412-350-6905 or 1-800-344-4319 (local hotline), or 1-800-490-8505 (state-wide hotline). Phone lines answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Senior Centers

Start with the Allegheny County Senior Centers

Adults 60+ can also get matched with another senior who will come to your home to talk, watch TV and participate in your favorite hobbies. It’s free to join. Apply now.

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) FAQs

Housing Support

Start with SeniorLine

Call: 412-350-5460
Send an email.

We believe adults 60+ should be able to stay in their homes independently for as long as possible.

Learn more about the Area Agency on Aging.

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) FAQs

Older Adult Advocates

Start with the Area Agency on Aging Ombudsman Program

Call: 412-350-5791

Ombudsman are advocates who receive, investigate and resolve concerns related to health, safety, welfare and rights of the individuals who are residents of skilled and intermediate nursing homes, personal care homes and certified domiciliary care homes, and of older individuals in the community who are participants of services.

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Have a question or concern about services?

DHS Director's Action Line specialists are available Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM.