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Senior benefits in Washington County, Kansas

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Seniors in Washington County, Kansas, can tap into a mix of local, state, and federal benefit programs. A good first stop is the Northeast Kansas Area Agency on Aging (NEKAAA), which offers Area Agency on Aging services for older adults and the family members who help care for them. The Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) also handles benefits here, including Food Assistance, cash help, and the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP). Across Kansas, other help may include KanCare, Medicare Savings Programs, in-home care through the Senior Care Act, property tax refunds through the Kansas Homestead Refund, and free Medicare counseling through SHICK. Veterans may have extra options, such as help with VA claims from the Kansas Office of Veterans Services. Federal programs may also apply. The page below lists each program with its official source and the date it was last verified. Keep in mind that the agency that runs each program makes the final decision on who is eligible.

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Last verified · October 23, 2026

Local starting point

Northeast Kansas Area Agency on Aging (NEKAAA)

1-785-742-7152 (toll free 1-800-883-2549)

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

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Programs run in Washington County

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

Elder Services in Washington County

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

Area Agency on Aging services (Northeast Kansas Area Agency on Aging) — Washington

County · Kansas

The Northeast Kansas Area Agency on Aging (NEKAAA) in Hiawatha serves Atchison, Brown, Doniphan, Jackson, Marshall, Nemaha and Washington counties, including Washington County. It helps people live on their own in their homes and communities for as long as possible. Services include group (congregate) meals, home-delivered meals, transportation, case management, in-home services, information and assistance, health promotion programs and volunteer opportunities. The office is at 1803 Oregon, Hiawatha. Call 785-742-7152 (toll free 800-883-2549).

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

How to apply →Official source →1-785-742-7152 (toll free 1-800-883-2549)Last verified · October 23, 2026

General Assistance in Washington County

Kansas DCF benefits (Food Assistance, cash, LIEAP) — Washington

County · Kansas

Kansas DCF (the Department for Children and Families) does not list a service center in Washington County. The closest DCF service centers are in Marysville (406 N. 3rd St., Suite 2, Marysville, KS 66508; phone 785-562-5338) and Concordia (1501 E. 6th St., Concordia, KS 66901; phone 785-243-4671). DCF runs Food Assistance (SNAP), cash assistance and the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP). LIEAP pays part of winter home heating costs once a year for households with gross income at or below 150% of the federal poverty level. You can apply online through the DCF Self-Service Portal, or call DCF Benefits Assistance at 1-888-369-4777 for food, cash and child care assistance. LIEAP is open only during its winter application period; during that time you can apply online or ask your local DCF Service Center for a paper application.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-888-369-4777Last verified · October 23, 2026

Local agencies serving Washington 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.

Kansas and federal programs

Open to eligible households in Washington County and across the rest of Kansas. Full details are on the Kansas 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.

Food6 programs

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

Home, bills & taxes12 programs

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

Care at home & long-term care7 programs

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

Help, advice & legal7 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.