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Senior benefits in Dale County, Alabama

Seniors in Dale County, Alabama, have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with health care, food, energy bills, transportation, and more. The Southern Alabama Regional Council on Aging (SARCOA) is a strong local starting point — it connects older adults to services across the region. Dale Medical Center offers financial assistance for hospital care, and the Organized Community Action Program (OCAP) can help with energy costs through LIHEAP. For getting around, the Wiregrass Transit Authority provides public and dial-a-ride transit options. At the state level, programs like Alabama Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, SenioRx, and the Alabama SHIP counseling service may reduce health care and prescription costs. Homeowners 65 and older may also qualify for a homestead property tax exemption. Dozens of federal programs apply here as well. Each listing on this page includes its official source and the date it was last verified. The sponsoring agency always makes the final decision on eligibility.

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Last verified · October 12, 2026

Local starting point

Southern Alabama Regional Council on Aging (SARCOA)

1-334-793-6843

See which of these Dale County programs you may qualify for.

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Programs run in Dale County

Run by the county, its Area Agency on Aging, or another agency serving Dale County. Start here.

Elder Services in Dale County

Programs here typically provide services worth $200–$2,000 a year to an eligible household.

Area Agency on Aging services (Southern Alabama Regional Council on Aging (SARCOA)) — Dale

County · Alabama

The Southern Alabama Regional Council on Aging (SARCOA) is the Area Agency on Aging for Dale County and six other counties in southeast Alabama. It is also the area's Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC), a one-stop place for older adults, people with disabilities, family caregivers and veterans to learn about long-term support options. SARCOA runs senior centers, home delivered meals, Alabama Cares caregiver help, Medicare and insurance counseling, legal help and elder rights programs. Most services start at age 60. Call 334-793-6843 to get started.

Estimated service value: $200–$2,000 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-334-793-6843Last verified · October 6, 2026

Energy Assistance in Dale County

Programs here typically lower an eligible household's bills by $280–$1,100 a year.

LIHEAP energy assistance (Organized Community Action Program (OCAP)) — Dale

County · Alabama

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps pay home heating and cooling bills. In Dale County, LIHEAP is handled by the Organized Community Action Program (OCAP), 507 North Three Notch Street in Troy. Household income must be at or below 150% of the federal poverty level. OCAP says it can make up to a $400 payment in an emergency for utilities, gas, wood, coal, kerosene, heaters or fans. Call 334-566-1712 to apply or check on an application. ADECA does not take applications.

Estimated bill savings: $280–$1,100 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-334-566-1712Last verified · October 9, 2026

Healthcare in Dale County

Hospital Financial Assistance (Dale Medical Center) — Dale

County · Alabama

Dale Medical Center in Ozark has a patient accounts department that helps both self-pay and insured patients set up financial arrangements and answer questions about a bill. The website does not post a financial assistance policy, so ask the department about discounts or payment plans. Call 334-774-2601 ext. 2708 (or ext. 1314), Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-334-774-2601 ext. 2708Last verified · October 8, 2026

Transportation in Dale County

Programs here typically provide services worth $150–$1,500 a year to an eligible household.

Public & Dial-a-Ride Transit (Wiregrass Transit Authority) — Dale

County · Alabama

Wiregrass Transit Authority, run by the Southeast Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission, gives door-to-door Dial-a-Ride trips in Dale County on Fridays only. One-way fares are $5 inside Ozark, $6 from Pinckard, Midland City, Napier Field and Grimes to Dothan, and $8 for trips up to 15 miles that start in Dale County. Vehicles are wheelchair accessible. Call 334-836-5555 between 8 am and 2 pm, one business day to two weeks ahead.

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

How to apply →Official source →1-334-836-5555Last verified · October 10, 2026

Local agencies serving Dale County

Who runs the county programs above, and how to reach them. Every line comes from a program record on this page — nothing is added that the catalog does not cite.

Alabama and federal programs

Open to eligible households in Dale County and across the rest of Alabama. Full details are on the Alabama benefits page.

Money & income2 programs

Cash paid to you, and emergency help when money runs short.

Health & Medicare costs8 programs

Medicaid, Medicare savings, and help with drug and doctor bills.

Food7 programs

SNAP (food stamps), meals, and farmers market coupons.

Home, bills & taxes8 programs

Help with heating and electric bills, rent, property taxes, and home repairs.

Care at home & long-term care3 programs

Help staying in your home, nursing home alternatives, and support for family caregivers.

Help, advice & legal6 programs

Free counseling, legal help, rides, and other senior services.

Veterans3 programs

Benefits for veterans and their surviving spouses.

Nearby counties

Local programs differ from one county to the next. If you live near a county line, or you are helping a parent who lives in one of these, it is worth checking there too.

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.