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Limestone County

Served by TARCOG — Regional hub: 256-830-0818

Your county contact
Limestone County Council on Aging
310 W Washington St, Athens, AL 35611
Call 256-233-6412

Transportation

  • Council on Aging Transit

    Free (donation-based) transit for citizens 60+ for Athens city limits doctors, plus scheduled wheelchair-bound medical trips to Decatur/Huntsville. Tuesday/Thursday shopping routes.

    Call 256-233-6412
  • Athens Public Transit

    Public shuttle buses with discounted senior rates.

    Call 256-233-8747

Food & Nutrition

  • Limestone Meals on Wheels & Congregate Meals

    Managed by the COA. Congregate sites in East Limestone, Tanner, Athens, Owens, and Elkmont.

    Call 256-233-6412
  • Athens-Limestone Food Banks

    Additional emergency food routing via local 2-1-1 networks.

    Call 211

In-Home Help & Medical Support

  • Limestone Homemaker Services

    Basic housekeeping and check-ins provided via the COA for individuals over 60.

    Call 256-233-6412
  • SHIP — State Health Insurance Assistance Program

    Medicare counseling through the COA office.

    Call 256-233-6412

Advocacy, Legal & Protection

  • Legal Assistance (TARCOG visiting attorney)

    Routed via the TARCOG visiting attorney schedule at the Athens COA. Call to get on the ledger.

    Call 256-233-6412
  • Limestone County DHR (Adult Protective Services)

    Adult Protective Services intake.

    Call 256-216-6380

Common questions about senior help in Limestone County

Who do I call for Meals on Wheels in Limestone County, Alabama?
Start with Limestone Meals on Wheels & Congregate Meals at 256-233-6412. Managed by the COA. Congregate sites in East Limestone, Tanner, Athens, Owens, and Elkmont. If no one answers, call the TARCOG Area Agency on Aging at 256-830-0818 and ask for the nutrition program for Limestone County.
Are there free rides to doctor appointments for seniors in Limestone County?
Yes. Council on Aging Transit (256-233-6412) helps with transportation in Limestone County. Free (donation-based) transit for citizens 60+ for Athens city limits doctors, plus scheduled wheelchair-bound medical trips to Decatur/Huntsville. Tuesday/Thursday shopping routes. Call a few days ahead — most rides must be scheduled in advance.
How do I get help at home for an older parent in Limestone County?
Limestone Homemaker Services at 256-233-6412 is the place to start. Basic housekeeping and check-ins provided via the COA for individuals over 60. You can also call TARCOG at 256-830-0818 to ask about in-home care options and waiting lists.
Where can seniors get free legal help or report abuse in Limestone County?
Legal Assistance (TARCOG visiting attorney) at 256-233-6412. Routed via the TARCOG visiting attorney schedule at the Athens COA. Call to get on the ledger.
Is there a cost to use these Limestone County senior resources?
No. This directory is completely free and nothing is sold here. Most listed programs are free or sliding-scale. If a program has a fee, the agency will tell you before anything starts.
What if I don't know which number to call in Limestone County?
Call the community nurse line at (205) 206-0029 or request a free callback. Nurse Joel or Nurse Dasha will listen, sort through the options with you, and point you to the right Limestone County office.