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1. Who does AACOG's Bexar Area Agency on Aging (BAAA) serve?

The AACOG Bexar Area Agency on Aging (BAAA) serves Bexar County and San Antonio residents who are 60 years or older or who are family caregivers of those 60 and older. BAAA serves grandparents who are 55 or older and raising grandchildren. A department of BAAA, the Alamo Service Connection, serves residents who are 60 and older, disabled adults of any age, and their friends or family who are helping them. All persons in these categories are assisted regardless of income, and BAAA places a priority on assisting people who are low-income and 85 years or older who are considered higher-risk. For Residents in 12 counties surrounding Bexar

2. How does Bexar Area Agency on Aging (BAAA) help?

Among BAAA’s services are:

• Home visits


• Service coordination


• Information and referral


• Community education on aging issues


• Counseling on Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security


• Legal assistance


• Health and fitness classes


• Transportation coordination


• Medication management


• Assistance with in-home services and repairs for home-bound seniors


• Family caregiver support groups


• Respite for family caregivers


• Grandparents raising grandchildren support groups


• Transportation, hot lunches, and home-delivered meals for seniors in coordination with community partners

For more information about the services the BAAA provides, please call (210) 477-3275.

3. What is the cost for services?

Services are provided at no charge. Donations are welcomed to provide for additional needs.

4. Does the Bexar Area Agency on Aging have an advisory board?

The Bexar Area Agency on Aging has an advisory committee: Bexar Senior Advisory Committee (BSAC). Committee Information