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Senior benefits in Madison County, New York

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Seniors living in Madison County, New York have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with health care, energy costs, food, transportation, and more. The Madison County Office for the Aging serves as the local Area Agency on Aging and is a strong starting point for connecting with services through its NY Connects program. Local programs include Madison County DSS HEAP Energy Assistance for help with heating bills, Madison County Emergency Aid Referral Coordination for urgent needs, and Madison County Transit through Birnie Bus for getting to appointments and services. Oneida Health and Community Memorial Hospital both offer financial assistance programs for eligible residents. State programs such as Enhanced STAR, EPIC, New York Medicaid for Aged, Blind, or Disabled, New York Medicare Savings Programs, and Managed Long-Term Care may also apply. Dozens of federal programs are available here as well. Each listing below includes its official source and the date it was last verified. The administering agency always makes the final eligibility decision.

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Last verified · October 12, 2026

Local starting point

Madison County Office for the Aging — designated Area Agency on Aging under the Older Americans Act Title III for Madison County; participates in NY Connects (the local ADRC); reports to NYSOFA

315-697-5700

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

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Programs run in Madison County

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

Emergency Aid in Madison County

Programs here typically lower an eligible household's bills by $200–$3,000 a year.

Madison County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

County · New York

Madison County emergency aid: (1) Madison DSS for Temporary Assistance, Emergency HEAP, and one-time grants (315-366-2211); (2) Madison OFA for senior-specific case management (315-697-5700); (3) Madison hospital safety net (315-363-6000); (4) Madison transit (Birnie Bus, 315-335-5527); (5) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Syracuse / Diocese of Albany (depending on county); (6) Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency; (7) United Way of the Mohawk Valley. Dial 211 for general referrals.

Estimated bill savings: $200–$3,000 a year

How to apply →Official source →315-697-5700Last verified · September 28, 2026

Madison County DSS — HEAP Energy Assistance (Madison County)

County · New York

Madison County DSS delivers NY's HEAP: Regular HEAP (annual heating help), Emergency HEAP (utility shut-off / fuel-out crises), and Cooling Assistance (AC unit). Eligibility approximately at 60% State Median Income. Seniors age 60+ may apply through Madison OFA (315-697-5700) for priority processing. Madison DSS HEAP line: 315-366-2211. Apply online at mybenefits.ny.gov.

Estimated bill savings: $200–$1,500 a year

How to apply →Official source →315-366-2211Last verified · September 15, 2026

Healthcare in Madison County

Programs here typically lower an eligible household's bills by $500–$25,000 a year.

Oneida Health Hospital + Community Memorial Hospital (Hamilton) — Financial Assistance (Madison County)

County · New York

Madison County's principal community hospital safety net is Oneida Health Hospital (Oneida city) — Madison County's principal independent community hospital; Community Memorial Hospital (Hamilton, Bassett affiliate) serves the Colgate University area. The Financial Assistance Program covers uninsured/underinsured residents — sliding scale typically discounts charges up to 100% at the lower income brackets with reduced rates above. Note: NY Medicaid ABD's ~138% FPL gate means many Mohawk Valley seniors qualify for Medicaid and would access these hospitals through Medicaid rather than FAP. Apply at the hospital's financial counseling office or at https://www.oneidahealth.org/financial-assistance/. Phone: 315-363-6000.

Estimated bill savings: $500–$25,000 a year

In this county: Madison: Oneida Health Hospital (Oneida city) — Madison County's principal independent community hospital; Community Memorial Hospital (Hamilton, Bassett affiliate) serves the Colgate University area. NY Medicaid ABD's ~138% FPL gate covers many seniors; FAP fills the gap.

How to apply →Official source →315-361-2230Last verified · October 12, 2026

Nutrition in Madison County

Programs here typically provide services worth $1,500–$5,500 a year to an eligible household.

Madison County Office for the Aging — Title III + ADRC / NY Connects (Madison County)

County · New York

Madison County OFA serves seniors age 60+ and their caregivers. Services include Title III Congregate Meals + Home-Delivered Meals, Benefits Counseling (HIICAP — NY's SHIP), HEAP intake assistance, EPIC intake, Care Coordination, Caregiver Support, NY Connects (local ADRC), and Long-Term Care Ombudsman. Apply by calling OFA at 315-697-5700 or emailing ofa@madisoncounty.ny.gov.

Estimated service value: $1,500–$5,500 a year

How to apply →Official source →315-697-5700Last verified · October 8, 2026

Transportation in Madison County

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

Madison County Transit (Birnie Bus contracted) + Centro Connections (Madison County)

County · New York

Madison County Transit (Birnie Bus contracted) + Centro Connections covers Madison County. Reduced senior fares for riders age 60+ (county systems) or 65+ (Centro Half-Fare). ADA paratransit available where fixed-route exists. Apply at the county transit office or via the operator. Phone: 315-335-5527 (Birnie Bus) or 315-366-2376 (County Planning Department).

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

In this county: Madison: Madison County Transit (Birnie Bus contracted) + Centro Connections.

How to apply →Official source →315-335-5527Last verified · October 11, 2026

Local agencies serving Madison 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.

New York and federal programs

Open to eligible households in Madison County and across the rest of New York. Full details are on the New York benefits page.

Money & income5 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.

Food5 programs

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

Home, bills & taxes11 programs

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

Care at home & long-term care6 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.