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Senior benefits in Lowndes County, Alabama

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Seniors in Lowndes County, Alabama have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with health care, food, energy bills, housing costs, and more. The South Central Alabama Development Commission (SCADC) Area Agency on Aging is a key local starting point — it connects older adults to services and support right in the community. Local programs also include energy bill help through the Organized Community Action Program (OCAP) and financial assistance for medical bills through Baptist Health (Baptist Medical Center South). At the state level, programs like Alabama Medicaid, the Elderly and Disabled Medicaid Waiver, Medicare Savings Programs, SenioRx, and the Alabama Homestead Exemption may reduce costs for eligible residents. Free Medicare counseling is available through Alabama SHIP, and free legal help is offered to adults 60 and older. 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

South Central Alabama Development Commission (SCADC) Area Agency on Aging

1-334-244-6903

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

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Programs run in Lowndes County

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

Elder Services in Lowndes County

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

Area Agency on Aging services (South Central Alabama Development Commission (SCADC)) — Lowndes

County · Alabama

The South Central Alabama Development Commission (SCADC) is the Area Agency on Aging for Lowndes County. Its Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) screens people for public and community benefits and helps with applications. SCADC also offers senior center meals and home delivered meals for homebound people 60 and older, SenioRx help with medicine costs, Medicare counseling (SHIP), free legal help for people 60 and older, and the long-term care ombudsman. Call 334-244-6903 or 1-800-243-5463.

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

How to apply →Official source →1-334-244-6903Last verified · October 5, 2026

Energy Assistance in Lowndes County

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

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

County · Alabama

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps pay home heating and cooling bills. In Lowndes 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 8, 2026

Healthcare in Lowndes County

Hospital Financial Assistance (Baptist Health (Baptist Medical Center South)) — Lowndes

County · Alabama

Lowndes County has no hospital; Baptist Medical Center South in Montgomery is a nearby option. Baptist Health's Charity/Financial Assistance Program is for uninsured Alabama residents with family income at or below 400% of the federal poverty guidelines, for medically necessary care. All self-pay, uninsured patients are offered discounts and interest-free payment plans of up to two years. Call 334-747-4570 for an application.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-334-747-4570Last verified · October 6, 2026

Local agencies serving Lowndes 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 Lowndes 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.