Senior benefits in Navarro County, Texas
Seniors in Navarro County, Texas have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with health care, energy costs, food, housing, and more. The North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging (NCTCOG AAA) serves this county and is a strong local starting point — it connects older adults to services under the Older Americans Act and operates an Aging and Disability Resource Center. CSI Community Services delivers the Texas Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) locally and also runs limited rural transit options through Navarro County Public Transit — Senior Service + Paratransit. Residents who need medical help and have low income may want to look into the Navarro County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP). State programs like Texas Medicaid for the Aged, Blind, or Disabled (MEPD) and the Texas Over-65 Homestead Exemption + School District Tax Ceiling may also apply. Dozens of federal programs are listed here as well. Each program listing below includes its official source and the date it was last verified — the administering agency always makes the final eligibility decision.
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Local programs
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Texas programs
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Federal programs
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Local starting point
North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) Area Agency on Aging — designated AAA under OAA Title III for 14 counties surrounding Dallas-Fort Worth (Collin, Denton, Ellis, Erath, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Navarro, Palo Pinto, Parker, Rockwall, Somervell, Wise); distinct from Dallas County AAA (Community Council) and Tarrant County AAA (United Way) which are separately operated
800-272-3921
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Programs run in Navarro County
Run by the county, its Area Agency on Aging, or another agency serving Navarro County. Start here.
Emergency Aid
Programs here are typically worth $200–$2,500 a year to an eligible household.
CEAP Energy Assistance (Navarro County)
CountyNavarro 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 Navarro 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
Navarro County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination
CountyNavarro 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) Navarro County CIHCP for healthcare (903-654-3000); (4) United Way of Metropolitan Dallas / 211 for general referrals; (5) faith-based partners (Catholic Charities, Salvation Army, local churches).
$200–$2,500/yr
Healthcare
Programs here are typically worth $1,200–$22,000 a year to an eligible household.
Navarro County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP)
CountyThe Navarro 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: Navarro 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: Navarro Regional Hospital (Corsicana). Apply by calling Navarro County at 903-654-3000.
$1,200–$22,000/yr
In this county: Navarro CIHCP. Navarro Regional Hospital (Corsicana).
Nutrition
Programs here are typically worth $1,500–$5,000 a year to an eligible household.
North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging (NCTCOG AAA) — Title III + ADRC (Navarro County)
CountyNCTCOG serves Navarro 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
Transportation
Programs here are typically worth $300–$2,400 a year to an eligible household.
Navarro County Public Transit — Senior Service + Paratransit
CountyPublic transit serving Navarro County: CSI Community Services operates limited rural demand-response transit. 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 903-872-1631.
$300–$2,400/yr
Texas and federal programs
Open to eligible households in Navarro County and across the rest of Texas. Full details are on the Texas 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 →
- Texas Medicaid for the Aged, Blind, or Disabled (MEPD)State$4,000–$25,000/yrOfficial source →
- Texas STAR+PLUS — Medicaid Managed Care + Long-Term Services and SupportsState$6,000–$80,000/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 →
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 →
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 →
- Texas Disabled Veteran Super Combo Hunting & Fishing License (Free)StateOfficial source →
- Texas State Veterans Cemeteries (No-Cost Burial Benefits)StateOfficial source →
- Texas Veterans Commission Claims Assistance (Free VA Claims Help)StateOfficial source →
Tax Relief
- Federal Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled (IRS Schedule R)Federalup to $1,125/yrOfficial source →
- Texas 100% Disabled Veteran Homestead Exemption (Total Property Tax Exemption)State$3,000–$9,000/yrOfficial source →
- Texas Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption (Partial, 10%–100% Rating)State$85–$265/yrOfficial source →
- Texas Over-65 Homestead Exemption + School District Tax Ceiling (Tax Freeze)State$600–$3,500/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 →
Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.