Senior benefits in Craig County, Virginia
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Seniors living in Craig County, Virginia, may qualify for more benefit programs than they realize. This page brings together local, state, and federal programs in one place so nothing gets overlooked. Locally, the Local Office on Aging, Inc. (LOA Area Agency on Aging) is a strong starting point — it connects older adults and caregivers to services across the region. Craig County residents may also qualify for Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly & Disabled through the Craig County Commissioner of the Revenue, energy help through the Craig County Department of Social Services via the LIHEAP program, and financial assistance for medical bills through LewisGale Medical Center. At the state level, programs like VICAP, the Virginia Energy Assistance Program, Family Caregiver Support, and the Auxiliary Grant may provide additional help. Federal programs add another layer of support on top of that. Each program listed below includes its official source and the date it was last verified. The sponsoring agency always makes the final eligibility decision.
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Virginia programs
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Federal programs
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Last verified · October 7, 2026
Local starting point
Local Office on Aging, Inc. (LOA Area Agency on Aging) — Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) network
1-540-345-0451
See which of these Craig County programs you may qualify for.
Discover my benefitsHelping others? Print the Craig County benefits checklist — free to hand out.
When benefit rules change, it’s tracked here
Income limits, new requirements, how to apply — see what’s changed across senior benefit programs, from the official source in plain English.
Programs run in Craig County
Run by the county, its Area Agency on Aging, or another agency serving Craig County. Start here.
Elder Services in Craig County
Programs here typically provide services worth $500–$6,000 a year to an eligible household.
Area Agency on Aging (Local Office on Aging, Inc. (LOA Area Agency on Aging)) — Craig
County · VirginiaLocal Office on Aging, Inc. (LOA Area Agency on Aging) is the Area Agency on Aging for Craig County. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to Meals on Wheels, nutrition programs, health and wellness, legal assistance, ombudsman, dementia support, and caregiver respite for adults 60+ in the 5th Planning District, including Craig County. Most services are for adults 60 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 1-540-345-0451 to get started.
Estimated service value: $500–$6,000 a year
Energy Assistance in Craig County
Programs here typically lower an eligible household's bills by $300–$1,000 a year.
Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) — Craig
County · VirginiaThe Virginia Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps income-eligible households in Craig County pay heating and cooling bills, with crisis help for shut-offs and broken equipment. Apply during the program windows through the Craig County 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
Healthcare in Craig County
Hospital Financial Assistance (LewisGale Medical Center) — Craig
County · VirginiaUninsured and underinsured residents of Craig County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at LewisGale 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 Craig County; nearest is LewisGale Medical Center, 1900 Electric Rd, Salem, VA 24153, roughly 22-25 miles from New Castle.
Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year
Tax Relief in Craig County
Programs here typically lower an eligible household's bills by $200–$3,000 a year.
Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly & Disabled — Craig
County · VirginiaCraig County offers real estate tax relief (exemption) for homeowners who are 65 or older or permanently disabled. Total household income must be $30,000 or less, and net worth (not counting the home) must be $90,000 or less. Annual exemption application due March 2, 2026; first $6,500 of each non-spouse relative's income excluded; furnishings excluded from net worth. Documents are the county's official 2026 requirements/application PDFs linked from the Commissioner of Revenue page (craigcountyva.gov/188/Commissioner-of-Revenue). Apply through the local commissioner of the revenue or assessment office.
Estimated bill savings: $200–$3,000 a year
Local agencies serving Craig 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.
Local Office on Aging, Inc. (LOA Area Agency on Aging)
Runs: Area Agency on Aging (Local Office on Aging, Inc. (LOA Area Agency on Aging))
LewisGale Medical Center
Runs: Hospital Financial Assistance (LewisGale Medical Center)
Craig County Commissioner of the Revenue / assessment office
Virginia Department of Social Services
Virginia and federal programs
Open to eligible households in Craig County and across the rest of Virginia. Full details are on the Virginia benefits page.
Money & income3 programs
Cash paid to you, and emergency help when money runs short.
Health & Medicare costs8 programs
Medicaid, Medicare savings, and help with drug and doctor bills.
- Medicare Savings Programs (QMB / SLMB / QI) — Virginia
- Virginia Medicaid — Aged, Blind & Disabled (Cardinal Care)
- VICAP — Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program
- Extra Help (Part D Low-Income Subsidy)
- Qualifying Individual (QI)
- Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB)
- Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB)
- State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Food7 programs
SNAP (food stamps), meals, and farmers market coupons.
- Farm Market Fresh (Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program) — Virginia
- Nutrition Counseling
- Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) Senior Food Box
- Congregate Meals at Senior Centers
- Home-Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels)
- Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
- SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) for Seniors
Home, bills & taxes11 programs
Help with heating and electric bills, rent, property taxes, and home repairs.
- Virginia Energy Assistance Program (Fuel, Crisis & Cooling)
- Senior Cool Care
- Weatherization Assistance Program — Virginia
- Real Estate Tax Exemption for 100% Disabled Veterans & Surviving Spouses
- Virginia Age Deduction (State Income Tax)
- Virginia Military Benefits Subtraction
- Federal Lifeline
- Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
- Federal Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled (IRS Schedule R)
- Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)
- HUD Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly
Care at home & long-term care7 programs
Help staying in your home, nursing home alternatives, and support for family caregivers.
- Adult Services In-Home Help (Homemaker, Companion & Chore Services)
- Virginia DARS Personal Assistance Services (attendant care)
- Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus Waiver (Medicaid Long-Term Care at Home)
- Virginia Veterans Care Centers (State Veterans Homes)
- Family Caregiver Support — Virginia
- PACE — Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly
- National Family Caregiver Support Program (OAA Title III-E)
Help, advice & legal7 programs
Free counseling, legal help, rides, and other senior services.
- Disease Prevention & Wellness Programs
- Virginia Brain Injury Services (DARS community brain injury programs)
- Free VA Benefits Claims Assistance (Virginia Department of Veterans Services)
- Virginia State Veterans Cemeteries (No-Cost Burial)
- Older Americans Act Supportive Services (Title III-B)
- Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
- Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)
Veterans3 programs
Benefits for veterans and their surviving spouses.
Nearby counties
Local 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.