Senior benefits in Hampton City, Virginia

Peninsula Agency on Aging, Inc. is the Area Agency on Aging for the City of Hampton. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to Serves Newport News, Hampton, Williamsburg, Poquoson, James City County, and York County with home-delivered meals, transportation, care services, caregiver support, and veteran services. Mission supports 'the independence and quality of life of Peninsula residents primarily sixty years of age and over.' Most services are for adults 60 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 1-757-873-0541 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 Hampton pay heating and cooling bills, with crisis help for shut-offs and broken equipment. Apply during the program windows through the Hampton Human 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 Hampton can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Sentara CarePlex Hospital for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. In-city hospital at 3000 Coliseum Drive, Hampton. System-level Sentara financial assistance page covers Hampton Roads facilities; assistance line 757-233-4600 or 1-877-768-3993.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

City of Hampton offers real estate tax relief (mixed) for homeowners who are 65 or older or permanently disabled. Total household income must be $67,000 or less, and net worth (not counting the home) must be $200,000 or less. Two options (both at income up to $67,000 and assets up to $200,000 excluding house + up to 10 acres): a Freeze on real estate taxes or a Deferral. $7,000 income deduction per relative/non-relative (excluding spouse) in the home. Must be 65+ or permanently and totally disabled by Dec 31 of the prior year. Applications available in early May; deadline Aug. 31; first-time applicants apply in person (757-727-6690). 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 Hampton'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.

Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) serves the City of Hampton with Fixed-route bus (plus regional ferry/light rail network) with a discounted senior fare: Adult Single Trip $2.00, Adult DF (Discounted Fare) Single Trip $1.00. Seniors show a photo ID with qualifying age or an HRT Discounted Fare ID. 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 1-757-222-6100 for schedules, eligibility, or to book a ride.

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