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Senior benefits in Archer County, Texas

Seniors living in Archer County, Texas have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with health care, energy costs, transportation, food, and more. The Area Agency on Aging of North Texas (AAANT), run by the Nortex Regional Planning Commission, is the local starting point for older adults and caregivers seeking guidance on available services. Through AAANT, residents can also connect with NorTex Rural Transit demand-response transportation and CEAP Energy Assistance to help with utility bills. Archer County's own Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) may help cover medical costs for those who qualify, and the Archer County Emergency Aid referral coordination can connect people to urgent help when it is needed. State programs such as Texas Medicaid for the Aged, Blind, or Disabled (MEPD), Texas STAR+PLUS, and the Texas Over-65 Homestead Exemption and School District Tax Ceiling may also apply. Dozens of federal programs are available here as well. Each listing on this page includes its official source and the date it was last verified, but the administering agency always makes the final eligibility decision.

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Last verified · October 12, 2026

Local starting point

Nortex Regional Planning Commission (NRPC) — designated AAA under OAA Title III for the 11-county North Texas region (Archer, Baylor, Clay, Cottle, Foard, Hardeman, Jack, Montague, Wichita, Wilbarger, Young); headquartered in Wichita Falls

940-322-5281

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Programs run in Archer County

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

Emergency Aid in Archer County

Programs here typically lower an eligible household's bills by $100–$1,800 a year.

Archer County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

County · Texas

Archer County operates a referral-and-coordination emergency aid framework: (1) the assigned CEAP subrecipient for utility help; (2) AAANT for senior services (940-322-5281); (3) Archer County CIHCP for healthcare (940-574-4615); (4) Falls Ride or NorTex rural transit referrals; (5) Catholic Charities of North Texas; (6) Salvation Army of Wichita Falls. Dial 211 for general referrals.

Estimated bill savings: $100–$1,800 a year

How to apply →Official source →211Last verified · October 12, 2026

CEAP Energy Assistance (TDHCA-routed) (Archer County)

County · Texas

Archer County's CEAP subrecipient is assigned by TDHCA and may rotate between program years among regional Community Action Agencies covering the NorTex region. Eligibility at 150% FPL. Call TDHCA at 800-525-0657 or visit hrc-ic.tdhca.state.tx.us to find the current CEAP subrecipient for Archer County. NRPC AAA (940-322-5281) can also route seniors to the current operator.

Estimated bill savings: $200–$1,600 a year

How to apply →Official source →800-525-0657Last verified · September 30, 2026

Healthcare in Archer County

Programs here typically lower an eligible household's bills by $1,000–$18,000 a year.

Archer County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP)

County · Texas

The Archer County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61. Eligibility: Archer County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: No hospital in county; residents access Wichita Falls hospitals (United Regional Health Care System). United Regional Health Care System (Wichita Falls) is the major regional tertiary referral hospital for the entire NorTex region. Apply by calling Archer County at 940-574-4615.

Estimated bill savings: $1,000–$18,000 a year

In this county: Archer CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. No hospital in county; residents access Wichita Falls hospitals (United Regional Health Care System). United Regional (Wichita Falls) is the regional tertiary referral.

How to apply →Official source →940-574-4615Last verified · October 11, 2026

Nutrition in Archer County

Programs here typically provide services worth $1,200–$4,500 a year to an eligible household.

Area Agency on Aging of North Texas (AAANT) — Title III + ADRC (Archer County)

County · Texas

AAANT serves Archer County seniors age 60+ and their caregivers as part of the 11-county North Texas region. Services include Title III Congregate Meals + Home-Delivered Meals, Benefits Counseling (HICAP/SHIP Medicare), Care Coordination, Caregiver Support, In-Home Support, and Long-Term Care Ombudsman. Apply by calling AAANT at 940-322-5281 or 800-460-2226.

Estimated service value: $1,200–$4,500 a year

How to apply →Official source →940-322-5281Last verified · September 22, 2026

Transportation in Archer County

Programs here typically provide services worth $100–$1,500 a year to an eligible household.

NorTex Rural Transit — Demand-Response (Archer County)

County · Texas

Rural transit in Archer County is coordinated through the NorTex region. Seniors 60+ qualify for reduced fares. Advance reservation typically required for demand-response. Contact NRPC AAA at 940-322-5281 for the current rural transit provider serving Archer County, or dial 211.

Estimated service value: $100–$1,500 a year

How to apply →Official source →940-322-5281Last verified · September 26, 2026

Local agencies serving Archer 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.

Texas and federal programs

Open to eligible households in Archer County and across the rest of Texas. Full details are on the Texas benefits page.

Money & income4 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 & taxes10 programs

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

Care at home & long-term care4 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.