Senior benefits in Manassas Park City, Virginia

Prince William Area Agency on Aging is the Area Agency on Aging for the City of Manassas Park. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to The Prince William AAA explicitly serves City of Manassas Park residents (DARS PSA 08E lists 'Manassas Park (City)'); meals, transportation, in-home assistance, adult day healthcare, caregiver support. Most services are for adults 55 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 1-703-792-6374 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 Manassas Park pay heating and cooling bills, with crisis help for shut-offs and broken equipment. Apply during the program windows through the Manassas Park 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

Uninsured and underinsured residents of the City of Manassas Park can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at UVA Health Prince William 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 the 2.5-square-mile city; UVA Health Prince William Medical Center in adjacent Manassas is ~3 miles away.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

City of Manassas Park offers real estate tax relief (exemption) for homeowners who are 65 or older or permanently disabled. Total household income must be $70,000 or less, and net worth (not counting the home) must be $175,000 or less. Must be 65 or older by July 1 (or permanently and totally disabled) and occupy the home as of July 1. Full relief under $60,000 income; partial relief $60,001-$70,000; net worth cap $175,000 excluding the home. Renewal applications due June 30 each year; first-time applicants may file after June 30. 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 Manassas Park'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.

OmniRide (Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission) serves the City of Manassas Park with OmniRide Local routes serve the Manassas/Manassas Park area fare-free for all riders; OmniRide Express commuter service offers a $5.50 reduced off-peak fare with a WMATA Senior (65+) SmarTrip card. VRE's Manassas Park station is in the city. 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 1-703-730-6664 for schedules, eligibility, or to book a ride.

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