Programs and Services

The Area 1 Agency on Aging provides a variety of programs to support older adults in staying connected, healthy and safe.

The Information and Assistance program provides services to older adults and family caregivers in Humboldt and Del Norte Counties. We make it easy to find expert information and connections to critical services that older adults and caregivers need. Call (707) 442-3764 or (800) 408-4636.

Free Medicare consultation to adults, family caregivers and service providers through our Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP).

The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program investigates and endeavors to resolve elder abuse complaints made by, or on behalf of, individual residents in long-term care facilities.

The Northcoast Homeshare program provides an in depth matching process to help find older adults a mutually beneficial living arrangement.

SAIL (Staying Active and Independent for Life) evidence based exercise classes keep you active and strong.

Stay Put Services provides a home assessment and low cost or no cost ideas to prevent falls and make your home safer and more comfortable.

The Volunteer Driver Program provides medical transportation and helps older adults access food and medication.