Senior benefits in Charles City County, Virginia
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Local programs
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Virginia programs
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Federal programs
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Categories
Local starting point
The Span Center (formerly Senior Connections, The Capital Area Agency on Aging) — Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) network
1-804-343-3000
See which of these Charles City County programs you may qualify for.
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Programs run in Charles City County
Run by the county, its Area Agency on Aging, or another agency serving Charles City County. Start here.
Elder Services
Programs here are typically worth $500–$6,000 a year to an eligible household.
Area Agency on Aging (The Span Center (formerly Senior Connections, The Capital Area Agency on Aging)) — Charles City
CountyThe Span Center (formerly Senior Connections, The Capital Area Agency on Aging) is the Area Agency on Aging for Charles City County. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to Area Agency on Aging (PSA 15) serving Charles City County. Home-delivered meals, Friendship Cafes, in-home care, care coordination, Ride Connection transportation (up to two round-trip medical rides/month for 60+), caregiver support, VICAP Medicare counseling, ombudsman and legal services. Most services are for adults 60 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 1-804-343-3000 to get started.
$500–$6,000/yr
Energy Assistance
Programs here are typically worth $300–$1,000 a year to an eligible household.
Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) — Charles City
CountyThe Virginia Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps income-eligible households in Charles City County pay heating and cooling bills, with crisis help for shut-offs and broken equipment. Apply during the program windows through the Charles City Department of Social Services, online at CommonHelp, or by phone at 1-833-5CALLVA. Households with an adult 60 or older or a person with a disability are a priority group. Fuel Assistance applications are taken each fall and Cooling Assistance each summer, while funds last.
$300–$1,000/yr
Healthcare
Hospital Financial Assistance (VCU Medical Center) — Charles City
CountyUninsured and underinsured residents of Charles City County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at VCU Medical Center for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. No hospital in Charles City County; nearest full-service hospitals are VCU Medical Center in downtown Richmond (roughly 30 miles from Charles City Court House) and Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg. VCU offers free care below the federal poverty level and state indigent-care discounts under 200% FPL.
Transportation
Programs here are typically worth $150–$1,500 a year to an eligible household.
Senior & Disabled Transit (Bay Transit (Bay Aging)) — Charles City
CountyBay Transit (Bay Aging) serves Charles City County with Rural demand-response (dial-a-ride) service in Charles City County, Monday-Friday 6:00 am to 6:00 pm; call the Ride Line at least 24 hours in advance. No senior-specific fare stated. (The April 2026 Bay Transit Express microtransit zone covers neighboring New Kent County.). Older adults and people with disabilities can use reduced fares or demand-response rides for medical appointments, shopping, and other essential trips. Rides are free or low-cost depending on the service. Call 1-877-869-6046 for schedules, eligibility, or to book a ride.
$150–$1,500/yr
Virginia and federal programs
Open to eligible households in Charles City County and across the rest of Virginia. Full details are on the Virginia benefits page.
Caregiver Support
Employment
- Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)Federal$15,000–$17,000/yrOfficial source →
Energy Assistance
- Virginia Energy Assistance Program (Fuel, Crisis & Cooling)State$300–$1,000/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 →
- Farm Market Fresh (Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program) — VirginiaState$50/yrOfficial source →
Health Coverage
- Virginia Medicaid — Aged, Blind & Disabled (Cardinal Care)State$4,000–$15,000/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 →
- VICAP — Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance ProgramStateOfficial 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 →
- Auxiliary Grant (Assisted Living & Adult Foster Care Supplement)State$1,000–$25,000/yrOfficial source →
Long Term Care
- PACE — Program of All-Inclusive Care for the ElderlyFederal$6,000–$40,000/yrOfficial source →
- Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus Waiver (Medicaid Long-Term Care at Home)State$10,000–$80,000/yrOfficial source →
- Virginia Veterans Care Centers (State Veterans Homes)State$10,000–$40,000/yrOfficial 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 →
- Medicare Savings Programs (QMB / SLMB / QI) — VirginiaState$2,000–$8,000/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 →
- Free VA Benefits Claims Assistance (Virginia Department of Veterans Services)StateOfficial source →
- Virginia State Veterans Cemeteries (No-Cost Burial)StateOfficial source →
Tax Relief
- Federal Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled (IRS Schedule R)Federalup to $1,125/yrOfficial source →
- Real Estate Tax Exemption for 100% Disabled Veterans & Surviving SpousesState$1,500–$6,000/yrOfficial source →
- Virginia Age Deduction (State Income Tax)State$100–$690/yrOfficial source →
- Virginia Military Benefits SubtractionState$100–$2,300/yrOfficial source →
Utility Assistance
- Federal LifelineFederal$111–$411/yrOfficial source →
- Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)Federal$3,000–$8,000/yrOfficial source →
- Weatherization Assistance Program — VirginiaState$1,000–$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.