Senior benefits in Huerfano County, Colorado
Seniors in Huerfano County, Colorado have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with everyday costs, health care, housing, and more. The South Central Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging (Region 14) is a key local starting point for connecting with services in this area. Locally, Huerfano County Department of Human Services handles LEAP energy assistance intake to help with heating bills, and Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center offers a Hospital Financial Assistance program for those who need help with medical costs. SCCOG Transit provides Public and Dial-a-Ride Transit options for getting around the county. State programs available here include the Property Tax/Rent/Heat Credit (PTC) Rebate, the Senior Property Tax Exemption, Old Age Pension cash assistance, Colorado SHIP for free Medicare counseling, and Health First Colorado for eligible seniors. A broad set of federal programs also applies in Huerfano County. Each listing below includes its official source and the date it was last verified — the sponsoring agency makes the final eligibility decision.
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Last verified · October 12, 2026
Local starting point
South Central Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging (Region 14)
1-719-845-1133
See which of these Huerfano County programs you may qualify for.
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Programs run in Huerfano County
Run by the county, its Area Agency on Aging, or another agency serving Huerfano County. Start here.
Elder Services in Huerfano County
Programs here typically provide services worth $200–$2,000 a year to an eligible household.
Area Agency on Aging services (South Central Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging (Region 14)) — Huerfano
County · ColoradoThe South Central Council of Governments (SCCOG) Area Agency on Aging serves Huerfano and Las Animas counties (Region 14). It serves adults 60 and over who live in the two counties — nutrition, in-home care, legal help, ombudsman, food boxes, material aid, screening, and transportation. An AAA assessment is needed to register. Call 719-845-1133, ext. 225.
Estimated service value: $200–$2,000 a year
Energy Assistance in Huerfano County
Programs here typically lower an eligible household's bills by $200–$1,000 a year.
LEAP energy assistance intake (Huerfano County Department of Human Services) — Huerfano
County · ColoradoColorado's Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) helps pay part of winter heating costs. Residents of Huerfano County can get a LEAP application or help applying from the Huerfano County Department of Human Services. The state LEAP page says applications are taken November 1 through April 30. Call 719-738-2810, or apply online through Colorado PEAK.
Estimated bill savings: $200–$1,000 a year
Healthcare in Huerfano County
Hospital Financial Assistance (Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center) — Huerfano
County · ColoradoUninsured and underinsured residents of Huerfano County can apply for financial assistance at Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center in Walsenburg for emergency and medically necessary care. Under Colorado's Hospital Discounted Care law, patients with household income at or below 250% of the federal poverty guidelines can have their hospital bills limited and get an income-based payment plan. Call 719-738-4544 for help applying.
Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year
Housing Assistance in Huerfano County
SCCOG Housing Rehabilitation and Emergency Repair Loans — Huerfano County
County · ColoradoSCCOG offers low-interest loans to low- and moderate-income homeowners in Huerfano County to repair the home they live in. Repairs can include electrical, plumbing, heating, foundation, roofing, septic systems, walk-in tubs or showers, and doors and windows, with the main focus on problems that affect health and safety. Loans range from 0% up to regular commercial rates, and the most one household can borrow is $24,999. A licensed contractor does the work and SCCOG oversees it. Pick up an application at 300 Bonaventure Ave. in Trinidad, or call 719-845-1133, ext. 213.
Transportation in Huerfano County
Programs here typically provide services worth $150–$1,500 a year to an eligible household.
Public & Dial-a-Ride Transit (SCCOG Transit (South Central Council of Governments)) — Huerfano
County · ColoradoSCCOG Transit gives shared rides in Huerfano and Las Animas counties, including Huerfano County. Local trips are $2 each way, and adults over 60 may qualify for free rides through the Area Agency on Aging. It also does specialty medical trips to places like Pueblo and Colorado Springs with two weeks' notice. Call 719-845-1127, Monday through Friday, at least 24 hours ahead.
Estimated service value: $150–$1,500 a year
Local agencies serving Huerfano 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.
South Central Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging (Region 14)
Huerfano County Department of Human Services
Runs: LEAP energy assistance intake (Huerfano County Department of Human Services)
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center
Runs: Hospital Financial Assistance (Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center)
SCCOG Transit (South Central Council of Governments)
Runs: Public & Dial-a-Ride Transit (SCCOG Transit (South Central Council of Governments))
South Central Council of Governments (SCCOG) Housing Department, 300 S
Runs: SCCOG Housing Rehabilitation and Emergency Repair Loans
Colorado and federal programs
Open to eligible households in Huerfano County and across the rest of Colorado. Full details are on the Colorado benefits page.
Money & income3 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.
- Medicare Savings Programs (QMB, SLMB, QI-1)
- Health First Colorado (Medicaid) for people 65+, blind, or disabled
- Colorado Dental Health Care Program for Low-Income Seniors
- Extra Help (Part D Low-Income Subsidy)
- Qualifying Individual (QI)
- Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB)
- Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB)
- State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Food6 programs
SNAP (food stamps), meals, and farmers market coupons.
Home, bills & taxes10 programs
Help with heating and electric bills, rent, property taxes, and home repairs.
- LEAP — Low-income Energy Assistance Program
- Energy Outreach Colorado — Bill Payment Assistance for past-due heating and electric bills
- Property Tax Deferral Program (seniors and active military)
- Property Tax/Rent/Heat Credit (PTC) Rebate
- Senior Property Tax Exemption (Homestead Exemption)
- Federal Lifeline
- Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
- Federal Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled (IRS Schedule R)
- Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)
- HUD Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly
Care at home & long-term care3 programs
Help staying in your home, nursing home alternatives, and support for family caregivers.
Help, advice & legal4 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.
Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.