Senior benefits in Louisa County, Virginia

Jefferson Area Board for Aging (JABA) is the Area Agency on Aging for Louisa County. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to AAA for Charlottesville City and Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson counties (PSA 10). Services for adults 60+: home-delivered meals, community senior centers, Medicare/insurance counseling, nutrition assistance, respite and caregiver support, health education, advocacy. Most services are for adults 60 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 1-434-817-5222 to get started.

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

The Virginia Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps income-eligible households in Louisa County pay heating and cooling bills, with crisis help for shut-offs and broken equipment. Apply during the program windows through the Louisa County Department of 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 Louisa County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at UVA Medical Center (Charlottesville) for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. No in-county hospital; nearest options are UVA Medical Center / Sentara Martha Jefferson (Charlottesville area, ~30-33 miles from the Town of Louisa) and Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center to the northeast.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

Louisa County offers real estate tax relief (exemption) for homeowners who are 65 or older or permanently disabled. Total household income must be $55,000 or less, and net worth (not counting the home) must be $200,000 or less. Sliding-scale discount 45%-100% by income/net-worth bracket; maximum relief granted is $3,000; net worth excludes home and first 10 acres; file with the Commissioner of the Revenue by May 1 annually. Income limit raised from $50,000 to $55,000 in May 2026. Apply through the local commissioner of the revenue or assessment office.

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

JAUNT serves Louisa County with Curb-to-curb demand-response public transportation throughout Louisa County; book 1-7 days in advance at (434) 296-3184 option 1. JAUNT does not publish a fare table on its site. 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 1-434-296-3184 for schedules, eligibility, or to book a ride.

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