Senior benefits in Carson City, Nevada

The Carson City Senior Center at 911 Beverly Drive offers Meals on Wheels, on-site congregate dining, Medicare advisors, AARP tax preparation and driver safety classes, food bank commodities, produce for seniors, farmers market coupons, JAC bus passes, support groups, and Nevada Legal Services visits. Nevada Care Connection also meets people at the center to help older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers find services; call 877-861-1893 for an appointment. Call the senior center at 775-883-0703.

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

Carson City Human Services decides eligibility for help to Carson City indigent residents under Nevada law (NRS 428). Help is often one-time, and applicants must meet county income guidelines. Carson City is a payer of last resort, so other resources must be used first. Help may include one-time rent, one-time utility, emergency prescriptions, long-term care, and burial or cremation. Call the Human Services Division at 775-887-2110.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

Carson Tahoe Health, which runs Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, has a Financial Assistance Program with free and discounted care based on family size and income. Care must be medically necessary or emergent, and patients must be at or below 400 percent of the current Federal Poverty Guidelines and show they do not qualify for government programs. You can get an application mailed to you or download it online. Call the Patient Financial Service Office at 775-445-7550 or a Financial Counselor at 775-445-8618.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

Jump Around Carson (JAC) buses charge a reduced fare of $0.75 for seniors, youth, people with disabilities, and military, and Medicare cards are accepted for the reduced fare. Seniors age 60 or older can ride the regular fixed-route buses free by registering for the Senior Bus Pass Program at the Carson City Senior Citizens Center, 911 Beverly Drive. JAC Assist is door-to-door or curb-to-curb paratransit for people with disabilities who cannot use the regular bus; trips cost $3 or $6 and riders must apply and be certified. Call JAC at 775-841-7433.

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