Senior benefits in Fauquier County, Virginia

Encompass Community Supports Area Agency on Aging (formerly Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services) is the Area Agency on Aging for Fauquier County. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to AAA for Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange, and Rappahannock counties (PSA 09). Adults 60+ services: home-delivered meals, adult day supports, support coordination, caregiver supports, housing resources, summer cooling assistance, social activities. Most services are for adults 60 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 1-540-825-3100 to get started.

$500–$6,000/yr

The Virginia Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps income-eligible households in Fauquier County pay heating and cooling bills, with crisis help for shut-offs and broken equipment. Apply during the program windows through the Fauquier County 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

Uninsured and underinsured residents of Fauquier County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Fauquier Hospital (Warrenton) for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. In-county hospital, Warrenton. 'Fauquier Health provides financial assistance to patients based on their income, assets and needs.' Financial counselor 540.316.2970.

Fauquier County offers real estate tax relief (exemption) for homeowners who are 65 or older or permanently disabled. Total household income must be $72,000 or less, and net worth (not counting the home) must be $440,000 or less. Exemption of dwelling and up to five acres; first $10,000 of each resident relative's income excluded; applications accepted on a rolling basis (considered Jan 1-Dec 31 for the current tax year); 2-year certification cycle with full reapplication every third year. Apply through the local commissioner of the revenue or assessment office.

$200–$3,000/yr

Virginia Regional Transit serves Fauquier County with Fauquier County's official transportation page directs residents to Virginia Regional Transit (vatransit.org). VRT lists Fauquier and Warrenton among its served jurisdictions; the Circuit Rider local bus (weekdays 7:30am-6:00pm, Saturday service) appears on VRT's Central schedule page. No senior fare published; VRT main office 540-338-1610.. 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 1-540-338-1610 for schedules, eligibility, or to book a ride.

$150–$1,500/yr