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Senior benefits in Monroe County, Arkansas

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If you or a parent lives in Monroe County, Arkansas, several benefit programs may help with daily costs and care. Locally, CareLink, the Area Agency on Aging for central Arkansas, is a good starting point for senior services and caregiver support. The Arkansas DHS county office in Monroe County, run by the Division of County Operations, can help with applications for programs like Medicaid and SNAP food assistance. Mid-Delta Community Services handles LIHEAP energy assistance in the county. Statewide help also reaches Monroe County. This includes ARChoices in Homecare, Medicare Savings Programs, AR SHIIP for free Medicare counseling, and the Arkansas Homestead Property Tax Credit. Some state income tax breaks for retirees may apply too. Federal programs may add more support. The page below lists each program with its official source and the date it was last verified. Keep in mind that the agency running each program makes the final decision on who is eligible.

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Last verified · October 7, 2026

Local starting point

CareLink (Area Agency on Aging for central Arkansas)

1-501-372-5300 (toll free 1-800-482-6359)

See which of these Monroe County programs you may qualify for.

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Programs run in Monroe County

Run by the county, its Area Agency on Aging, or another agency serving Monroe County. Start here.

Elder Services in Monroe County

Programs here typically provide services worth $200–$2,000 a year to an eligible household.

Area Agency on Aging services (CareLink) — Monroe

County · Arkansas

CareLink in North Little Rock is the Area Agency on Aging for central Arkansas and serves Monroe County. Its services include Meals on Wheels for homebound seniors 60 and older, in-home care, family caregiver support and respite, senior centers, fitness and wellness classes, free Medicare counseling, pet care help for seniors 60 and older, legal referrals and a nursing home ombudsman. Eligibility rules vary by service. Call (501) 372-5300 or (800) 482-6359 to talk with an Information and Assistance social worker.

Estimated service value: $200–$2,000 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-501-372-5300 (toll free 1-800-482-6359)Last verified · October 7, 2026

Energy Assistance in Monroe County

LIHEAP energy assistance (Mid-Delta Community Services) — Monroe

County · Arkansas

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps with home energy bills: heating costs in the winter and cooling costs in the summer for those who qualify. In Arkansas, you apply through the community-based organization for your county. For Monroe County, that is Mid-Delta Community Services, 610 S. Biscoe St., Helena, phone (870) 338-6406. It serves Lee, Monroe, Phillips and Prairie counties. Do not send your application to the Arkansas Energy Office. LIHEAP never charges a fee to apply.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-870-338-6406Last verified · October 7, 2026

General Assistance in Monroe County

Arkansas DHS county office — Monroe

County · Arkansas

The Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of County Operations serves Monroe County at the Monroe County office at 301 1/2 North New Orleans, Brinkley (phone 870-734-1445). Offices are open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. DHS county offices process applications for Health Care (Medicaid), SNAP food help and TEA. You can also apply and manage your benefits online at Access.Arkansas.gov. For questions about a case, the Division of County Operations line is 501-682-8375 or 855-372-1084.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-870-734-1445Last verified · October 7, 2026

Local agencies serving Monroe County

Who runs the county programs above, and how to reach them. Every line comes from a program record on this page — nothing is added that the catalog does not cite.

Arkansas and federal programs

Open to eligible households in Monroe County and across the rest of Arkansas. Full details are on the Arkansas benefits page.

Money & income2 programs

Cash paid to you, and emergency help when money runs short.

Health & Medicare costs8 programs

Medicaid, Medicare savings, and help with drug and doctor bills.

Food6 programs

SNAP (food stamps), meals, and farmers market coupons.

Home, bills & taxes9 programs

Help with heating and electric bills, rent, property taxes, and home repairs.

Care at home & long-term care5 programs

Help staying in your home, nursing home alternatives, and support for family caregivers.

Help, advice & legal3 programs

Free counseling, legal help, rides, and other senior services.

Veterans3 programs

Benefits for veterans and their surviving spouses.

Nearby counties

Local programs differ from one county to the next. If you live near a county line, or you are helping a parent who lives in one of these, it is worth checking there too.

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.