Triangle J Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging
About Us
The mission of the Triangle J Area on Aging is to promote the highest level of well-being of older adults by partnering with community-based organizations to assess needs and provide a comprehensive system of opportunities, services and protective supports.
The agency has primary responsibility for developing a support system for caregivers through the Family Caregiver Support Program. It also operates the region’s Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, through which ombudsmen advocate on behalf of residents in long term care facilities. Other responsibilities include health and wellness initiatives, Community Resource Connection (CRC) initiatives, involvement in state certification of Senior Centers, long range planning, and Livable and Senior-Friendly Communities.
The 7 counties included in the Triangle J region are:
- Chatham
- Durham
- Johnston
- Lee
- Moore
- Orange
- Wake
For more information and referrals, please contact Program Specialist at aging@tjcog.org or 1-800-310-9777.