Mission Statement
The Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission Area Agency on Aging is responsible, under Title III of the Older Americans Act, for the development and implementation of a comprehensive and coordinated service system to: Secure and maintain maximum independence and dignity in a home environment for older individuals capable of self care with appropriate supportive services; Remove individual and social barriers to economic and personal independence for older individuals; and Provide a continuum of care for the vulnerable elderly.

Departments and Services
Benefits Counseling
• Helps you understand the benefits available if you receive Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security benefits, and insurance coverage.
Care Coordination
• Provides assistance in securing temporary, non-medical services such as personal care, home-delivered meals, caregiver relief, home maker/light housekeeping, health maintenance and emergency response devices.
Falls Prevention Program: Matter of Balance
• Award winning program designed to help adults 60 and older reduce their fear of falling through group discussion, problem-solving strategies and increasing physical activity levels of those who have concerns about falls.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
• Provides trained, certified volunteers to protect and promote awareness of residents' rights in long-term care facilities.