Senior benefits in Larimer County, Colorado
4
Local programs
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Colorado programs
25
Federal programs
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Categories
Last verified · September 27, 2026
Local starting point
Larimer County Office on Aging
1-970-498-7750
See which of these Larimer County programs you may qualify for.
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Programs run in Larimer County
Run by the county, its Area Agency on Aging, or another agency serving Larimer County. Start here.
Elder Services in Larimer County
Programs here are typically worth $200–$2,000 a year to an eligible household.
Area Agency on Aging services (Larimer County Office on Aging) — Larimer
CountyThe Larimer County Office on Aging is the Area Agency on Aging for Larimer County. It serves adults 60 and older, adults living with a disability, and caregivers — options counseling, help applying for programs like Long Term Care Medicaid and the Medicare Savings Program, in-home, chore, and respite vouchers, caregiver support, and the long-term care ombudsman. Call or text 970-498-7750 to get connected.
$200–$2,000/yr
Energy Assistance in Larimer County
Programs here are typically worth $200–$1,000 a year to an eligible household.
LEAP energy assistance intake (Larimer County Department of Human Services) — Larimer
CountyThe Colorado Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) helps Larimer County households pay part of their winter heating costs and can help repair or replace a broken heating system. All LEAP applications for Larimer County are handled through Goodwill of Colorado. Apply online through Colorado PEAK, or call 1-866-HEAT-HELP (1-866-432-8435) to apply with help over the phone or to get a paper application. Income limits are on the statewide LEAP record.
$200–$1,000/yr
Healthcare in Larimer County
Hospital Financial Assistance (UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital) — Larimer
CountyUninsured and underinsured residents of Larimer County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital in Fort Collins for emergency and medically necessary care. Free or discounted care is based on household income and size under the UCHealth financial assistance policy. Call UCHealth Financial Counseling at 855.843.3547 or apply online.
Transportation in Larimer County
Ride-finding help (RideNoCo mobility hub) — Larimer
CountyRideNoCo is a free one-call, one-click service that helps Larimer County residents find safe, affordable rides — public transit, paratransit, volunteer drivers, and senior ride programs. RideNoCo does not drive riders itself; its Mobility Specialists connect older adults and people with disabilities to the right provider. Call (970) 514-3636.
up to $1,000/yr
In this county: RideNoCo refers riders to providers; each provider sets its own eligibility, fares, and service area.
Local agencies serving Larimer 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.
Larimer County Office on Aging
Runs: Area Agency on Aging services (Larimer County Office on Aging)
Larimer County Department of Human Services / Colorado LEAP
Runs: LEAP energy assistance intake (Larimer County Department of Human Services)
UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital
Runs: Hospital Financial Assistance (UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital)
RideNoCo (North Front Range MPO)
Colorado and federal programs
Open to eligible households in Larimer County and across the rest of Colorado. Full details are on the Colorado benefits page.
Cash Assistance
- Old Age Pension (OAP) cash assistanceState$600–$12,384/yrOfficial source →
Elder Services
- Colorado SHIP — free Medicare counselingState$100–$2,000/yrOfficial source →
Employment
- Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)Federal$15,000–$17,000/yrOfficial source →
Energy Assistance
- LEAP — Low-income Energy Assistance ProgramState$200–$1,000/yrOfficial source →
Food Assistance
- Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) Senior Food BoxFederal$240–$600/yrOfficial source →
- Congregate Meals at Senior CentersFederal$1,000–$2,500/yrOfficial source →
- Home-Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels)Federal$1,500–$4,000/yrOfficial source →
- Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)Federal$35–$50/yrOfficial source →
- SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) for SeniorsFederal$280–$2,400/yrOfficial source →
- SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)State$300–$3,500/yrOfficial source →
Health Coverage
- Health First Colorado (Medicaid) for people 65+, blind, or disabledState$2,000–$15,000/yrOfficial source →
Healthcare
- CHAMPVA (Civilian Health and Medical Program of the VA)Federal$3,000–$15,000/yrOfficial source →
- State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)FederalOfficial source →
- VA Health CareFederal$5,000–$20,000/yrOfficial source →
- Colorado Dental Health Care Program for Low-Income SeniorsState$300–$2,000/yrOfficial source →
Housing
- Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)Federal$8,000–$20,000/yrOfficial source →
- HUD Section 202 Supportive Housing for the ElderlyFederal$5,000–$15,000/yrOfficial source →
Income Support
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)Federal$11,928–$17,892/yrOfficial source →
Long Term Care
- PACE — Program of All-Inclusive Care for the ElderlyFederal$6,000–$40,000/yrOfficial source →
- Elderly, Blind, and Disabled (EBD) Waiver — home and community-based servicesState$5,000–$30,000/yrOfficial source →
Medicare Savings
- Extra Help (Part D Low-Income Subsidy)Federal$4,000–$5,300/yrOfficial source →
- Qualifying Individual (QI)Federal$2,400–$2,435/yrOfficial source →
- Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB)Federal$2,435–$3,500/yrOfficial source →
- Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB)Federal$2,400–$2,435/yrOfficial source →
- Medicare Savings Programs (QMB, SLMB, QI-1)State$2,100–$5,200/yrOfficial source →
Supportive Services
Tax Relief
- Federal Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled (IRS Schedule R)Federalup to $1,125/yrOfficial source →
- Property Tax Deferral Program (seniors and active military)State$500–$3,000/yrOfficial source →
- Property Tax/Rent/Heat Credit (PTC) RebateState$100–$1,178/yrOfficial source →
- Senior Property Tax Exemption (Homestead Exemption)State$300–$900/yrOfficial source →
Utility Assistance
- Federal LifelineFederal$111–$411/yrOfficial source →
- Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)Federal$3,000–$8,000/yrOfficial source →
Veteran Benefits
- VA Aid & Attendance (Improved Pension)Federal$12,000–$34,488/yrOfficial source →
Nearby counties
County 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.
Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.