Older adults and people with disabilities contribute deeply to community life, yet often face barriers to housing, transportation, health care, and social connection. This guide highlights local programs that support aging in place, independent living, and access to benefits and services in Missoula.
Because services and eligibility can change, it is helpful to call ahead or visit each organization’s website to confirm current programs, hours, and application details.
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- Aging & Senior Services
- Food Support for Seniors & Homebound Adults
- Independent Living & Disability Support
Aging & Senior Services
These programs focus on supporting older adults with benefits, care navigation, social connection, and planning.
Missoula Aging Services
Address: 337 Stephens Ave.
Phone: 406-728-7682
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Who this serves: Older adults and adults with disabilities.
What they provide: Meals on Wheels, Senior Help Line, support with housing, transportation, health care and benefits, Medicare/Medicaid assistance, legal information, and nutrition programs.
Missoula Senior Center
Address: 705 S. Higgins
Phone: 406-543-7154
Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm; Sat 10am-3pm
Who this serves: Older adults.
What they provide: Social activities, community events, classes, and a thrift shop.
Food Support for Seniors & Homebound Adults
These programs help older adults and people with disabilities access healthy food at low or no cost.
ROOTs Program (Missoula Food Bank)
Address: Missoula Food Bank
Phone: 406-549-0543
Hours: Schedule varies
Who this serves: Low-income seniors.
What they provide: Monthly delivery of food staples to help older adults remain in their homes.
Fresh Food Box Program (Missoula Food Bank)
Address: Missoula Food Bank
Phone: 406-549-0543
Hours: Schedule varies
Who this serves: Seniors and adults with disabilities.
What they provide: Affordable home deliveries of fresh food.
Independent Living & Disability Support
These organizations support people with disabilities in living independently, accessing benefits, and finding employment.
Summit Independent Living
Address: 700 SW Higgins Ave #101
Phone: 406-728-1630
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Who this serves: People with disabilities.
What they provide: Peer advocacy, skills training, benefits assistance, and independent living support.
Vocational Rehabilitation and Blind Services (VRBS)
Address: 2675 Palmer St.
Phone: 406-329-5400
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Who this serves: Individuals with disabilities seeking employment.
What they provide: Supports people with disabilities in finding employment and livable wages.
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