Senior benefits in Colonial Heights City, Virginia

Crater District Area Agency on Aging is the Area Agency on Aging for the City of Colonial Heights. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to Nutrition program (home-delivered meals and senior-center meals), door-to-door senior transportation for an income-based fee, homemaker in-home assistance, case management, VICAP insurance counseling, long-term-care ombudsman, Senior Medicare Patrol, and health education across Planning District 19. Most services are for adults 60 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 1-804-732-7020 to get started.

Estimated service value: $500–$6,000 a year

The Virginia Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps income-eligible households in the City of Colonial Heights pay heating and cooling bills, with crisis help for shut-offs and broken equipment. Apply during the program windows through the Chesterfield/Colonial Heights Department of Social Services, online at CommonHelp, or by phone at 1-855-635-4370. Cooling Assistance requires a household member who is 60 or older, has a disability, or is a child under 6. Fuel Assistance applications are taken each fall and Cooling Assistance each summer, while funds last.

Estimated bill savings: $300–$1,000 a year

Uninsured and underinsured residents of the City of Colonial Heights can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Bon Secours Southside Medical Center for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. No in-city hospital; nearest is Bon Secours Southside Medical Center in adjacent Petersburg (~3-5 miles), whose page names Colonial Heights in its service area. FAP: 100% assistance at or below 200% FPG; discounts 201-400% FPG.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

City of Colonial Heights offers real estate tax relief (exemption) for homeowners who are 65 or older or permanently disabled. Total household income must be $44,000 or less, and net worth (not counting the home) must be $100,000 or less. Tax Year 2026 application (City Code 258-16): sliding-scale exemption from 100% (income $25,080 or less) down to 10% (income $40,921-$44,000); maximum exemption $1,600 per year; net worth excludes dwelling and one acre; file January 1 - March 31. Limits are stated in the city's TY2026 application PDF (linked from the Commissioner of the Revenue page). Apply through the local commissioner of the revenue or assessment office.

Estimated bill savings: $200–$3,000 a year

In this county: Limits shown are City of Colonial Heights's current published figures; relief brackets, filing windows, and exclusions are set by local ordinance and the locality makes the final determination, so this shows as a may-qualify result.

City of Colonial Heights Senior Transportation (plus Petersburg Area Transit) serves the City of Colonial Heights with Free city demand-response van for residents 60+ (donations accepted): any Colonial Heights destination, plus medical appointments to/from Petersburg, Hopewell and the Puddledock Road area of Prince George County; 24-hour advance scheduling. Petersburg Area Transit fixed routes also serve Colonial Heights (currently fare-free; see https://www.petersburgva.gov/299/Petersburg-Area-Transit). 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 1-804-520-9219 for schedules, eligibility, or to book a ride.

Estimated service value: $150–$1,500 a year