How do I find and access senior services?

Alaska Commission on Aging / Alaska Senior Benefits Program / Area Agencies on Aging (state and regional level)

Details

What you need to know

Fee

Most services free or on sliding scale based on income ONLINE OPTION: Yes - dhss.alaska.gov; apply for Senior Benefits Program online WHERE TO GO: Alaska Commission on Aging regional offices; regional Area Agencies on Aging; 2-1-1 Alaska for immediate referrals

Online Option

Yes - dhss.alaska.gov; apply for Senior Benefits Program online

Where to Go

Alaska Commission on Aging regional offices; regional Area Agencies on Aging; 2-1-1 Alaska for immediate referrals

County-specific variations apply

Alaska's vast geography means senior service availability varies significantly by location. Rural areas and remote communities often have limited in-person services; some services are delivered by phone, mail, or periodic visits. Contact your regional AAA to understand what is available in your specific community. Services in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau are more comprehensive than rural areas.

Alaska Notes

Important state-specific details

Alaska Senior Benefits Program: monthly cash payments to eligible low-income Alaskans 65+ - one of Alaska's most significant senior support programs; apply at dhss.alaska.gov/dpa/Pages/sba/
Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD): all Alaska residents (including seniors) who meet eligibility requirements receive an annual PFD payment - apply at pfd.alaska.gov by March 31 each year.
Property tax exemption: seniors 65+ or disabled residents may exempt up to $150,000 of assessed home value from property taxes - apply at your borough assessor's office.
Alaska's remote geography creates significant service delivery challenges - many rural seniors rely on traveling service providers and community health aides.
Adult Protective Services: report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults at (800) 478-9996.

Official Source

State office contact

State Office

Alaska Commission on Aging - dhss.alaska.gov/acoa | (907) 465-4879; 2-1-1 Alaska for immediate referrals