Senior benefits in Northampton County, Virginia

Eastern Shore Area Agency on Aging - Community Action Agency, Inc. is the Area Agency on Aging for Northampton County. It is the local starting point that connects older adults and caregivers to ESAAA/CAA (PSA 22, Exmore) provides senior center programs, home-delivered meals, care coordination for persons 60 and older, Medicare/Medicaid assistance and No Wrong Door services for Accomack and Northampton counties. Most services are for adults 60 and older; adults with disabilities may also qualify for some services. Call 757-442-9652 (toll-free 800-452-5977) to get started.

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

The Virginia Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps income-eligible households in Northampton County pay heating and cooling bills, with crisis help for shut-offs and broken equipment. Apply during the program windows through the Northampton County 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 Northampton County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level. No hospital in Northampton County; nearest is Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital in Onancock (Accomack County), roughly 20 miles from Eastville.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

Northampton County offers real estate tax relief (exemption) for homeowners who are 65 or older or permanently disabled. Total household income must be $57,500 or less, and net worth (not counting the home) must be $115,000 or less. Age 65+ or permanently and totally disabled as of Dec 31 of the preceding year. Applications available after January 1 and due April 15 (2026 deadline extended to May 1, 2026). Apply through the local commissioner of the revenue or assessment office.

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

STAR Transit (Accomack-Northampton Transportation District Commission) serves Northampton County with Fixed-route public transit across Accomack and Northampton counties; all fixed-route fares are currently free, so no separate senior fare. 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 1-757-787-8322 for schedules, eligibility, or to book a ride.

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