Senior benefits in Trumbull County, Ohio
Trumbull County, Ohio seniors and their families have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help cover everyday costs, medical care, and home support. Area Agency on Aging 11 (AAA11) is the local starting point for many of these programs — it connects residents to PASSPORT Medicaid Waiver services, OSHIIP Medicare counseling, and Title III supports that help older adults stay independent at home. If energy bills are a concern, Trumbull Community Action Program administers HEAP and PIPP Plus locally, and the Winter Crisis Program provides emergency heating help when it is needed most. Seniors who need affordable transportation can use WRTA (Western Reserve Transit Authority), which offers reduced fares for riders 65 and older across Warren, Niles, and Cortland. Trumbull County Emergency Aid referral coordination and hospital financial assistance through Mercy Health St. Joseph Warren and Trumbull Regional Medical Center round out local safety-net options. State programs like the Ohio Homestead Exemption and Medicare Savings Programs, plus dozens of federal programs, are also listed below. Each program entry includes its official source and the date it was last verified — the administering agency always makes the final eligibility decision.
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Ohio programs
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Federal programs
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Categories
Local starting point
Area Agency on Aging 11 (AAA11) — designated Area Agency on Aging under the Older Americans Act Title III. One of Ohio's 12 PSA AAAs (Planning and Service Areas), most of which are multi-county.
330-746-2938
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Programs run in Trumbull County
Run by the county, its Area Agency on Aging, or another agency serving Trumbull County. Start here.
Emergency Aid
Programs here are typically worth $200–$3,000 a year to an eligible household.
Trumbull County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination
CountyTrumbull County emergency aid: (1) Trumbull County Job and Family Services for Ohio Works First (TANF), Disability Financial Assistance, Emergency Assistance, Ohio Medicaid (330-675-2350); (2) Area Agency on Aging 11 (AAA11) for senior-specific case management (330-746-2938); (3) hospital FAP for healthcare safety-net (330-841-4000); (4) Trumbull Community Action Program (TCAP) is the HEAP/PIPP+/Winter Crisis administering agency for Trumbull County for HEAP/PIPP+; (5) Catholic Charities / Salvation Army / Society of St. Vincent de Paul; (6) regional food bank; (7) Ohio 2-1-1 for general referrals.
$200–$3,000/yr
Trumbull County HEAP/PIPP+ Administering Agency — Home Energy Assistance (Trumbull County)
CountyOhio HEAP for Trumbull County residents: Trumbull Community Action Program (TCAP) is the HEAP/PIPP+/Winter Crisis administering agency for Trumbull County. Income limit: 175% FPL (~$27,930 single). Apply via energyhelp.ohio.gov, by calling 1-800-282-0880, or at the local administering agency. PIPP+ (ongoing 6%-of-income utility plan) + Winter Crisis Program (Nov-March emergency tier) layer on top.
$200–$1,500/yr
In this county: Trumbull: HEAP delivery via Trumbull Community Action Program (TCAP) is the HEAP/PIPP+/Winter Crisis administering agency for Trumbull County. PIPP+ + Winter Crisis layer on top.
Healthcare
Programs here are typically worth $500–$30,000 a year to an eligible household.
Mercy Health St. Joseph Warren + Trumbull Regional Medical Center — Financial Assistance (Trumbull County)
CountyTrumbull County hospital safety net is Trumbull = Mercy St. Joseph Warren (Bon Secours Mercy) + Trumbull Regional MC (post-Steward 2024). Steward bankruptcy hit Trumbull operations.. Ohio's Hospital Care Assurance Program (HCAP) requires hospitals receiving HCAP funds (essentially all Ohio acute-care hospitals) to provide basic, medically necessary hospital-level services free of charge to Ohio residents at or below 100% FPL; each hospital's own Financial Assistance Program (typically sliding to 200-400% FPL) layers above HCAP. Apply at the hospital financial counseling office or at https://www.mercy.com/patient-resources/billing-insurance/financial-assistance. Phone: 330-841-4000.
$500–$30,000/yr
In this county: Trumbull: Trumbull = Mercy St. Joseph Warren (Bon Secours Mercy) + Trumbull Regional MC (post-Steward 2024). Steward bankruptcy hit Trumbull operations.. Ohio HCAP guarantees free basic hospital-level care at or below 100% FPL; each hospital's own FAP slides above that.
Nutrition
Programs here are typically worth $1,500–$6,000 a year to an eligible household.
Area Agency on Aging 11 (AAA11) — Title III + OSHIIP + PASSPORT Enrollment (Trumbull County)
CountyTrumbull County AAA = Area Agency on Aging 11 (AAA11). Services include: Title III Congregate + Home-Delivered Meals; OSHIIP (Medicare counseling); PASSPORT Medicaid Waiver enrollment + assessment; National Family Caregiver Support Program; Ohio Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program; Long-Term Care Options Counseling. Apply by calling AAA at 330-746-2938 or emailing info@dheo.org.
$1,500–$6,000/yr
Transportation
Programs here are typically worth $200–$2,000 a year to an eligible household.
WRTA (Western Reserve Transit Authority — Warren area) (Trumbull County)
CountyWRTA (Western Reserve Transit Authority) bus service is currently fare-free for ALL riders — 'Ride Free! No Fare Required' on every fixed route, including the Warren service connecting Trumbull County with Youngstown. Riders 65 and older (and riders with disabilities) also qualify for WRTA's ADA All-Access curb-to-curb scheduled service, which is likewise free. Trumbull County Transit provides additional county-local service beyond WRTA's Warren routes.
$200–$2,000/yr
Ohio and federal programs
Open to eligible households in Trumbull County and across the rest of Ohio. Full details are on the Ohio benefits page.
Emergency Aid
- County Veterans Service Commission Emergency Financial Assistance (All 88 Ohio Counties)StateOfficial source →
- HEAP — Home Energy Assistance Program (Ohio)State$200–$1,500/yrOfficial source →
- PIPP Plus — Percentage of Income Payment Plan PlusState$500–$3,000/yrOfficial source →
- Winter Crisis Program (WCP) — Emergency Heating AidState$175–$750/yrOfficial source →
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 →
- National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) — OhioState$200–$5,000/yrOfficial source →
- Ohio Medicaid — Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD)State$4,000–$30,000/yrOfficial source →
- Medicare Savings Programs (QMB/SLMB/QI) — OhioState$2,000–$5,000/yrOfficial source →
- OSHIIP — Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (Medicare Counseling)StateOfficial source →
- PASSPORT Medicaid Waiver — Pre-Admission Screening System Providing Options and Resources TodayState$8,000–$60,000/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 →
Housing Assistance
Income Support
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)Federal$11,928–$17,892/yrOfficial source →
Long Term Care
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 →
Nutrition
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 →
- Free VA Claims Assistance from Ohio County Veterans Service OfficersStateOfficial source →
- Ohio Free Hunting and Fishing Licenses for Disabled VeteransStateOfficial source →
Tax Relief
- Federal Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled (IRS Schedule R)Federalup to $1,125/yrOfficial source →
- Ohio Enhanced Homestead Exemption for 100% Disabled Veterans (No Income Test)State$800–$930/yrOfficial source →
- Ohio Homestead Exemption — Senior Property Tax ReductionState$200–$1,200/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.