Aging Best (Central Missouri Area Agency on Aging)
Region 6
Area Agency on Aging
- Phone: 1-573-443-5823
- Address: 201 W. Broadway, Suite 1-E, Columbia, MO, 65201
- Visit agency website
Free senior care resources
Cole County, MO
Local aging agencies, meal programs, and in-home care contacts for families in Cole County.
1 aging agency 4 in-home providers 1 meal program
Independent directory. Last verified June 12, 2026. Call ahead because services and availability change.
Areas served
Cities: Centertown, Henley, Jefferson City, Lohman, Saint Thomas
ZIP codes (6)
65023, 65040, 65053, 65076, 65101, 65109
A practical first call
Where to start in Cole County
Use the county-specific contacts below in this order. Call ahead because eligibility, service areas, and waitlists can change.
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Start with the public aging network
Aging Best (Central Missouri Area Agency on Aging) serves Cole County and can help screen for public benefits, transportation, caregiver support, and other local services.
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Ask about meals and nutrition
Clarke Senior Center / Senior Nutrition Council (Aging Best) is the listed county contact. Ask about eligibility, delivery days, current availability, and any waitlist.
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Compare help at home
This directory lists 4 in-home providers for Cole County. Confirm service area, licensing, availability, and total cost before choosing one.
Public aging network
Area Agencies on Aging and local services
Meals and nutrition
Meals on Wheels
Clarke Senior Center / Senior Nutrition Council (Aging Best)
Cole County (Jefferson City area)
Care at home
In-home care providers
Medicare-certified home health
CMS Care Compare records, ordered by reported rating.
| Agency | City | Phone | CMS rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Home Care | Jefferson City | 5736353900 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Capital Region Home Health | Jefferson City | 5736325750 | 4 / 5 |
| Central Missouri Home Health | Jefferson City | 5736813777 | 4 / 5 |
| Elara Caring | Jefferson City | 8006901753 | 4 / 5 |
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