Senior benefits in Lexington City, Virginia

Valley Program for Aging Services (VPAS) is the Area Agency on Aging for the City of Lexington. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to Meals on Wheels and VPAS Cafes, senior transportation (60+), caregiver support, Medicare consultation (VICAP), information and assistance, one-time emergency financial help, ombudsman, Senior Cool Care, and Farm Market Fresh vouchers. Most services are for adults 60 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 1-540-949-7141 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 Lexington pay heating and cooling bills, with crisis help for shut-offs and broken equipment. Apply during the program windows through the Rockbridge-Buena Vista-Lexington Area 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 Lexington can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Carilion Rockbridge Community Hospital for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. Hospital is in Lexington. Carilion system FAP: free care up to 300% FPL with under $25,000 in available assets; discounts for 301%-500% FPL with under $100,000 in assets.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

City of Lexington offers real estate tax relief (exemption) for homeowners who are 65 or older or permanently disabled. Total household income must be $45,000 or less, and net worth (not counting the home) must be $100,000 or less. City Code section 366-4 as amended February 19, 2026. Applicants must own and occupy the home, be 65 or older or permanently disabled. Net worth excludes the fair market value of the dwelling. Applications due on or before December 7, 2026; call the Commissioner of the Revenue to be mailed an application. 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 Lexington'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.

Maury Express (operated by RADAR Transit) serves the City of Lexington with Deviated fixed-route bus through Lexington and Buena Vista, Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 10am-4pm; $0.50 per trip, no senior-specific fare published. RATS demand-response (rockbridgetransportation.org, 540-463-3346) also serves city residents door-to-door. City transit hub page: lexingtonva.gov/our-city/public-transportation. 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 1-540-463-3346 for schedules, eligibility, or to book a ride.

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