Senior benefits in Warren County, New York
Seniors living in Warren County, New York have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with health care, energy costs, food, housing, taxes, and more. The Warren County Office for the Aging serves as the local Area Agency on Aging and is a strong starting point for connecting with services through its NY Connects program. Locally, residents may also find help through Warren County DSS for HEAP energy assistance, Greater Glens Falls Transit for affordable transportation options, and Glens Falls Hospital's Financial Assistance program for medical costs. The Warren County Emergency Aid referral coordination network can help during times of urgent need. State programs such as Enhanced STAR, EPIC, New York Medicaid for Aged, Blind, or Disabled, New York Medicare Savings Programs, and Managed Long-Term Care may also be available. On top of that, dozens of federal programs apply here as well. Each listing on this page includes its official source and the date it was last verified. The sponsoring agency always makes the final eligibility decision.
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Local programs
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New York programs
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Federal programs
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Categories
Local starting point
Warren County Office for the Aging — designated Area Agency on Aging under the Older Americans Act Title III for Warren County; participates in NY Connects (the local ADRC); reports to NYSOFA
518-761-6347
See which of these Warren County programs you may qualify for.
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Programs run in Warren County
Run by the county, its Area Agency on Aging, or another agency serving Warren County. Start here.
Emergency Aid
Programs here are typically worth $200–$3,000 a year to an eligible household.
Warren County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination
CountyWarren County emergency aid: (1) Warren DSS for Temporary Assistance, Emergency HEAP, and one-time grants (518-761-6300); (2) Warren OFA for senior-specific case management (518-761-6347); (3) Warren hospital safety net (518-926-1000); (4) Warren transit (518-792-1085); (5) Catholic Charities (Diocese of Syracuse for Otsego/Delaware/Chenango; Diocese of Albany for Columbia/Greene/Warren/Washington); (6) Opportunities for Otsego (OFO) / Delaware Opportunities / Chenango County Action Program / regional CAAs; (7) Food Bank of Central NY or Regional Food Bank of Northeastern NY. Dial 211 for general referrals.
$200–$3,000/yr
Warren County DSS — HEAP Energy Assistance (Warren County)
CountyWarren County DSS delivers NY's HEAP: Regular HEAP (annual heating help), Emergency HEAP (utility shut-off / fuel-out crises), and Cooling Assistance (AC unit). Eligibility approximately at 60% State Median Income. Seniors age 60+ may apply through Warren OFA (518-761-6347) for priority processing. Warren DSS HEAP line: 518-761-6300. Apply online at mybenefits.ny.gov.
$200–$1,500/yr
Healthcare
Programs here are typically worth $500–$25,000 a year to an eligible household.
Glens Falls Hospital — Financial Assistance (Warren County)
CountyWarren County's principal community hospital safety net is Glens Falls Hospital (Queensbury) — Warren's independent principal community hospital, also serves Washington + Hamilton (southern) + parts of Saratoga and Essex; tertiary referrals route to Albany Medical Center. The Financial Assistance Program covers uninsured/underinsured residents — sliding scale typically discounts charges up to 100% at the lower income brackets with reduced rates above. Note: NY Medicaid ABD's ~138% FPL gate means many residents qualify for Medicaid and would access these hospitals through Medicaid rather than FAP. Apply at the hospital's financial counseling office or at https://www.albanymed.org/patients-visitors/billing-insurance/financial-assistance-programs/. Phone: 518-926-1000.
$500–$25,000/yr
In this county: Warren: Glens Falls Hospital (Queensbury) — Warren's independent principal community hospital, also serves Washington + Hamilton (southern) + parts of Saratoga and Essex; tertiary referrals route to Albany Medical Center. NY Medicaid ABD's ~138% FPL gate covers many seniors; FAP fills the gap.
Nutrition
Programs here are typically worth $1,500–$5,500 a year to an eligible household.
Warren County Office for the Aging — Title III + NY Connects (Warren County)
CountyWarren County OFA serves seniors age 60+ and their caregivers. Services include Title III Congregate Meals + Home-Delivered Meals, Benefits Counseling (HIICAP — NY's SHIP), HEAP intake assistance, EPIC intake, Care Coordination, Caregiver Support, NY Connects (local ADRC), and Long-Term Care Ombudsman. Apply by calling OFA at 518-761-6347 or emailing ofa@warrencountyny.gov.
$1,500–$5,500/yr
Transportation
Programs here are typically worth $200–$2,000 a year to an eligible household.
GGFT (Greater Glens Falls Transit) (Warren County)
CountyGGFT (Greater Glens Falls Transit) covers Warren County. Reduced senior fares for riders age 60+. ADA paratransit available where fixed-route exists. Apply at the county transit office or via the operator. Phone: 518-792-1085.
$200–$2,000/yr
In this county: Warren: GGFT (Greater Glens Falls Transit).
New York and federal programs
Open to eligible households in Warren County and across the rest of New York. Full details are on the New York benefits page.
Emergency Aid
Employment
- Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)Federal$15,000–$17,000/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 →
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 →
- EPIC — Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance CoverageState$200–$3,000/yrOfficial source →
- New York Medicaid for Aged, Blind, or Disabled (Non-MAGI Medicaid)State$4,000–$50,000/yrOfficial source →
- New York Medicare Savings Programs (QMB / SLMB / QI)State$2,098–$8,000/yrOfficial source →
Home Care
- Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)State$30,000–$80,000/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 →
- Enhanced STAR — Senior School Property Tax ExemptionState$200–$1,500/yrOfficial source →
Income Support
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)Federal$11,928–$17,892/yrOfficial source →
- New York State Blind Annuity (Cash Payment for Blind Wartime Veterans)State$1,695–$1,696/yrOfficial source →
Long Term Care
- PACE — Program of All-Inclusive Care for the ElderlyFederal$6,000–$40,000/yrOfficial source →
- New York Managed Long Term Care (MLTC)State$20,000–$80,000/yrOfficial source →
- New York State Veterans' Homes (Long-Term Care)StateOfficial 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 →
Supportive Services
- Long-Term Care Ombudsman ProgramFederalOfficial source →
- National Family Caregiver Support Program (OAA Title III-E)Federal$1,000–$5,000/yrOfficial source →
- Older Americans Act Supportive Services (Title III-B)Federal$500–$3,000/yrOfficial source →
- Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)FederalOfficial source →
- New York Disabled Veteran Reduced-Fee Hunting, Fishing & Trapping Licenses ($5)StateOfficial source →
- New York State Veterans Benefits Advisors (Free VA Claims Help)StateOfficial source →
- New York State Veterans Cemetery — Finger Lakes (Burial Benefits)StateOfficial source →
Tax Relief
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 →
Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.