Senior benefits in Harrison County, Missouri

Young at Heart Resources (Area Agency on Aging Region 4) is the Area Agency on Aging for Harrison County. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to Benefits counseling (including Medicare and Medicaid counseling), congregate and home-delivered meals, active living/senior centers, in-home care, caregiving and respite support, healthy aging courses, legal assistance, long-term care ombudsman advocacy, transportation, information and assistance, community outreach, and grandparents-raising-grandchildren support. Most services are for adults 60 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 660-240-9400 (toll free 888-844-5626) to get started.

$500–$6,000/yr

Missouri's Energy Assistance and Energy Crisis Intervention programs (LIHEAP) help income-eligible households in Harrison County pay heating and cooling bills and resolve utility emergencies. The DSS Family Support Division funds the program, and Green Hills Community Action Agency (GHCAA) takes applications for this county. Winter and summer components run on their own seasons while funds last. Call 1-660-359-6619 to apply.

$300–$1,000/yr

OATS Transit (Northwest Region) serves Harrison County with Bethany In-Town service Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., and service from Cainsville, Ridgeway, Martinsville, New Hampton or Blythedale to Bethany on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month; $2.00 each way. The Northwest Missouri to St. Joseph & Kansas City Intercity Route runs Trenton-Bethany-St. Joseph on the 2nd Friday of each month, $10.00 round trip.. Older adults and people with disabilities can use these services for medical appointments, shopping, and other essential trips. Rides are free or low-cost depending on the service. Call 816-279-3131 or 800-831-9219 for schedules, eligibility, or to book a ride.

$150–$1,500/yr