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Marshall County
Served by TARCOG — Regional hub: 256-830-0818
Transportation
- Marshall County Rural Transit
Demand-response rural transit. Schedule through the COA.
Call 256-571-7805 - Guntersville Public Transportation
City-specific demand transit; highly utilized by the local senior population for medical and grocery trips.
Call 256-582-4318
Food & Nutrition
- Marshall County COA Meals on Wheels
Operates out of Guntersville to serve homebound rural residents. Call the intake line.
Call 256-571-7805 - Congregate Meal Sites
Operated by the COA at the Albertville, Arab, Boaz, and Guntersville Senior Centers.
Call 256-571-7805
In-Home Help & Medical Support
- Alabama Cares Program (Marshall County)
Localized respite care and training for unpaid family caregivers. Facilitated through the COA.
Call 256-571-7805 - Medicaid Waiver Program
Intake through the Guntersville COA office.
Call 256-571-7805
Advocacy, Legal & Protection
- TARCOG Visiting Attorney
A specialized TARCOG attorney visits the Marshall County COA once a month for senior legal issues (wills, deeds). By appointment only.
Call 256-571-7805 - Marshall County DHR (Adult Protective Services)
Adult Protective Services intake.
Call 256-582-7100
Common questions about senior help in Marshall County
- Who do I call for Meals on Wheels in Marshall County, Alabama?
- Start with Marshall County COA Meals on Wheels at 256-571-7805. Operates out of Guntersville to serve homebound rural residents. Call the intake line. If no one answers, call the TARCOG Area Agency on Aging at 256-830-0818 and ask for the nutrition program for Marshall County.
- Are there free rides to doctor appointments for seniors in Marshall County?
- Yes. Marshall County Rural Transit (256-571-7805) helps with transportation in Marshall County. Demand-response rural transit. Schedule through the COA. Call a few days ahead — most rides must be scheduled in advance.
- How do I get help at home for an older parent in Marshall County?
- Alabama Cares Program (Marshall County) at 256-571-7805 is the place to start. Localized respite care and training for unpaid family caregivers. Facilitated through the COA. 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 Marshall County?
- TARCOG Visiting Attorney at 256-571-7805. A specialized TARCOG attorney visits the Marshall County COA once a month for senior legal issues (wills, deeds). By appointment only.
- Is there a cost to use these Marshall 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 Marshall 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 Marshall County office.
Not sure where to start?
Nurse Joel or Nurse Dasha will help you figure out the right call.
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