Senior benefits in Ellis County, Texas

Ellis County's CEAP provides utility bill payment assistance for electric, gas, and propane, energy crisis assistance for shutoffs, and energy education. Eligibility is set at 150% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines. CEAP in Ellis County is delivered through EOAC (Economic Opportunities Advancement Corporation of Planning Region XI, Waco); find the current local provider through TDHCA's Help for Texans lookup (tdhca.texas.gov/help-for-texans).

$200–$1,600/yr

Ellis County operates a referral-and-coordination emergency aid framework. Emergency needs are addressed through: (1) CEAP subrecipient for utility assistance; (2) NCTCOG AAA for senior services (800-272-3921); (3) Ellis County CIHCP for healthcare (972-825-5040); (4) United Way of Metropolitan Dallas / 211 for general referrals; (5) faith-based partners (Catholic Charities, Salvation Army, local churches).

$200–$2,500/yr

The Ellis County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61 for low-income residents who don't qualify for other state or federal healthcare programs. Eligibility: Ellis County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level (the Texas statutory minimum); not Medicaid-eligible. CIHCP covers physician services, lab/x-ray, three prescriptions per month, and inpatient/outpatient hospital services through participating providers. PRIMARY HOSPITALS: Baylor Scott & White Waxahachie, Methodist Midlothian. Apply by calling Ellis County at 972-825-5040.

$1,200–$22,000/yr

In this county: Ellis CIHCP. Baylor Scott & White Waxahachie, Methodist Midlothian.

NCTCOG serves Ellis County seniors age 60+ and their family caregivers. NCTCOG AAA delivers Direct Services (Benefits Counseling, Care Coordination, Long-term Care Ombudsman, Nursing Home Relocation) plus Contract Services (Home-Delivered Meals, Congregate Meals, Transportation, Healthy Living Workshops). The agency does not charge for its services but encourages voluntary contributions. Apply by calling NCTCOG AAA at 800-272-3921. Office: 616 Six Flags Drive (Centerpoint Two), Arlington TX 76011.

$1,500–$5,000/yr

Public transit serving Ellis County: STAR Transit and local options serve Ellis County with rural demand-response service. Seniors AGE 60+ typically qualify for reduced or free fares depending on the operator. Demand-response service requires advance reservations (typically 24-48 hours). For specific schedule, route, and fare information call 972-242-7325.

$300–$2,400/yr