Senior benefits in Harney County, Oregon
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Local programs
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Oregon programs
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Federal programs
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Categories
Last verified · September 27, 2026
Local starting point
Harney County Senior & Community Services Center (Harney Hub)
1-541-573-6024
See which of these Harney County programs you may qualify for.
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Programs run in Harney County
Run by the county, its Area Agency on Aging, or another agency serving Harney County. Start here.
Elder Services in Harney County
Programs here typically provide services worth $200–$2,000 a year to an eligible household.
Area Agency on Aging services (Harney Hub) — Harney
CountyHarney County Senior & Community Services Center, which does business as Harney Hub, is the Area Agency on Aging for Harney County. The center at 17 S. Alder in Burns provides its aging services directly, including meals, in-home help through Oregon Project Independence for those who qualify, and free Medicare counseling (SHIBA). It also houses public transit, energy assistance and weatherization, and the County Veterans Service Office. Call 541-573-6024.
Estimated service value: $200–$2,000 a year
Energy Assistance in Harney County
Programs here typically lower an eligible household's bills by $250–$1,750 a year.
LIHEAP energy assistance (Community in Action) — Harney
CountyThe Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low-income households with home heating costs. In Harney County, LIHEAP is run by Community in Action, which serves Harney and Malheur counties. Seniors and people with disabilities are served first, with appointments for them available on or after December 1; families with children 6 or younger are next. Both homeowners and renters can apply. Community in Action lists the Harney County Senior & Community Services Center (Harney Hub) at 17 Alder in Burns as its Harney County location. Call 541-889-9555 to schedule an appointment; if you reach the answering machine, leave your name, phone number and a brief message.
Estimated bill savings: $250–$1,750 a year
Healthcare in Harney County
Hospital Financial Assistance (Harney District Hospital) — Harney
CountyHarney District Hospital in Burns has a financial assistance program for its patients. It can help through bill adjustments or payment plans for hospital services. Billing staff can also give cost estimates and answer questions about your bill. Call Patient Financial Services at 541-573-8638.
Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year
Transportation in Harney County
Programs here typically provide services worth $150–$1,500 a year to an eligible household.
Public Transit (Harney Hub Transit) — Harney
CountyHarney Hub Transit is Harney County's public transit, with door-to-door rides and a deviated fixed route for people of all ages. Drivers help riders to and from the vehicle. Service is countywide, with priority for trips within 10 miles of Burns and Hines. Door-to-door fares start at $1 per stop for trips up to 10 miles. A scheduled weekly trip to Bend for medical services is free, but you must schedule it. Call the transportation office at 541-573-3030.
Estimated service value: $150–$1,500 a year
Local agencies serving Harney 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.
Harney County Senior & Community Services Center (Harney Hub)
Community in Action
Harney District Hospital
Runs: Hospital Financial Assistance (Harney District Hospital)
Harney Hub Transit (Harney County Senior & Community Services Center)
Oregon and federal programs
Open to eligible households in Harney County and across the rest of Oregon. Full details are on the Oregon benefits page.
Elder Services
- SHIBA — free Medicare counseling (Oregon SHIP)State$100–$2,000/yrService valueOfficial source →
Employment
- Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)Federal$15,000–$17,000/yrCashOfficial source →
Energy Assistance
- LIHEAP and Oregon Energy Assistance Program (OEAP)State$250–$1,750/yrLower billsOfficial source →
Food Assistance
- Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) Senior Food BoxFederal$240–$600/yrService valueOfficial source →
- Congregate Meals at Senior CentersFederal$1,000–$2,500/yrService valueOfficial source →
- Home-Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels)Federal$1,500–$4,000/yrService valueOfficial source →
- Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)Federal$35–$50/yrCashOfficial source →
- SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) for SeniorsFederal$280–$2,400/yrCashOfficial source →
- SNAP food benefits (Oregon)State$288–$3,576/yrCashOfficial source →
Health Coverage
- Oregon Health Plan (Medicaid) for people 65+, blind, or disabled (OSIPM)State$2,000–$15,000/yrService valueOfficial source →
Healthcare
- CHAMPVA (Civilian Health and Medical Program of the VA)Federal$3,000–$15,000/yrLower billsOfficial source →
- State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)FederalOfficial source →
- VA Health CareFederal$5,000–$20,000/yrLower billsOfficial source →
Home Care
- Oregon Project Independence (OPI and OPI-M) — in-home helpState$1,000–$12,000/yrService valueOfficial source →
Housing
- Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)Federal$8,000–$20,000/yrLower billsOfficial source →
- HUD Section 202 Supportive Housing for the ElderlyFederal$5,000–$15,000/yrLower billsOfficial source →
Income Support
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)Federal$11,928–$17,892/yrCashOfficial source →
Long Term Care
- PACE — Program of All-Inclusive Care for the ElderlyFederal$6,000–$40,000/yrService valueOfficial source →
- Medicaid long-term care services (in-home, community, and facility care)State$5,000–$30,000/yrService valueOfficial source →
Medicare Savings
- Extra Help (Part D Low-Income Subsidy)Federal$4,000–$5,300/yrPremium savingsOfficial source →
- Qualifying Individual (QI)Federalabout $2,435/yrPremium savingsOfficial source →
- Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB)Federal$2,435–$3,500/yrPremium savingsOfficial source →
- Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB)Federalabout $2,435/yrPremium savingsOfficial source →
- Medicare Savings Programs (QMB, SLMB, QI/SMF)State$2,400–$5,000/yrPremium savingsOfficial source →
Supportive Services
- Long-Term Care Ombudsman ProgramFederalOfficial source →
- National Family Caregiver Support Program (OAA Title III-E)Federal$1,000–$5,000/yrService valueOfficial source →
- Older Americans Act Supportive Services (Title III-B)Federal$500–$3,000/yrService valueOfficial source →
- Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)FederalOfficial source →
Tax Relief
- Federal Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled (IRS Schedule R)Federal$0–$1,125/yrLower billsOfficial source →
- Property Tax Deferral for Disabled and Senior HomeownersState$1,000–$6,000/yrLower billsOfficial source →
- Oregon income tax breaks for older adults (retirement income credit, age 65+ deduction, medical subtraction)State$0–$600/yrLower billsOfficial source →
Utility Assistance
- Federal LifelineFederal$111–$411/yrLower billsOfficial source →
- Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)Federal$3,000–$8,000/yrLower billsOfficial source →
Veteran Benefits
- VA Aid & Attendance (Improved Pension)Federal$12,000–$34,488/yrCashOfficial 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.