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Senior benefits in Grayson County, Texas

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Seniors living in Grayson County, Texas have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with health care, energy costs, food, housing, and more. Locally, the Area Agency on Aging of Texoma (TCOG AAA) is a strong starting point — it connects older adults to services under the Older Americans Act and serves as an Aging and Disability Resource Center for the region. Other local resources include the Grayson County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) for those who may need help covering medical costs, TCOG Community Services — CEAP Energy Assistance for utility and weatherization help, and TCOG Rural Transit for demand-response transportation across the county. If an emergency arises, Grayson County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination can connect residents to additional support. At the state level, programs like Texas Medicaid for the Aged, Blind, or Disabled (MEPD) and the Texas Over-65 Homestead Exemption may also apply. Dozens of federal programs are listed here as well. Each program listing below includes its official source and the date it was last verified — the administering agency makes the final eligibility decision.

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Last verified · October 12, 2026

Local starting point

Texoma Council of Governments (TCOG) — designated AAA under OAA Title III for the 3-county Texoma region (Cooke, Fannin, Grayson); headquartered in Sherman

903-813-3505

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

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Programs run in Grayson County

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

Emergency Aid in Grayson County

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

Grayson County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

County · Texas

Grayson County operates a referral-and-coordination emergency aid framework: (1) TCOG Community Services for CEAP utility, weatherization, and housing (903-893-2161); (2) TCOG AAA for senior services (903-893-2161); (3) Grayson County CIHCP for healthcare (903-813-4200); (4) TCOG Rural Transit for transportation (903-893-2161); (5) Catholic Charities of Texoma; (6) Salvation Army of Sherman. Dial 211 for general referrals.

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

How to apply →Official source →211Last verified · September 22, 2026

TCOG Community Services — CEAP Energy Assistance (Grayson County)

County · Texas

Grayson County's CEAP is delivered directly by TCOG Community Services. TCOG provides utility bill payment assistance for electricity, gas, and propane; energy crisis assistance; weatherization; and energy education. Eligibility at 150% FPL. Apply at tcog.com or by calling TCOG at 903-893-2161, or dial 211.

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

How to apply →Official source →903-893-2161Last verified · October 4, 2026

Healthcare in Grayson County

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

Grayson County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP)

County · Texas

The Grayson County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61. Eligibility: Grayson County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: Wilson N. Jones Regional Medical Center (Sherman) and Texoma Medical Center (Denison) — the major regional referral hospitals for the Texoma area. Wilson N. Jones Regional Medical Center and Texoma Medical Center (both in Grayson County) are the regional tertiary referral hospitals — both have Patient Financial Assistance Programs (typically 200% FPL or broader). Apply by calling Grayson County at 903-813-4200.

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

In this county: Grayson CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. Wilson N. Jones Regional Medical Center (Sherman) and Texoma Medical Center (Denison) — the major regional referral hospitals for the Texoma area. Wilson N. Jones + Texoma Medical Center (Sherman/Denison) are regional tertiary referrals.

How to apply →Official source →903-813-4200Last verified · October 9, 2026

Nutrition in Grayson County

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

Area Agency on Aging of Texoma (TCOG AAA) — Title III + ADRC (Grayson County)

County · Texas

TCOG AAA serves Grayson County seniors age 60+ and their caregivers as part of the 3-county Texoma 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 TCOG AAA at 903-813-3505 or 800-677-8264.

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

How to apply →Official source →903-813-3505Last verified · October 10, 2026

Transportation in Grayson County

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

TAPS Get-a-Ride — Demand-Response Public Transit (Grayson County)

County · Texas

TAPS Get-a-Ride gives shared, curb-to-curb rides to the general public in Grayson County and the rest of the 6-county TAPS area. Seniors 60+ and riders with disabilities pay a reduced one-way fare of $1 in town, $1.50 out of town and $2 out of county (general public pays $2, $3 and $4). Book at least 48 business hours ahead, Monday–Friday 7am–3pm, at 844-603-6048.

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

How to apply →Official source →844-603-6048Last verified · October 11, 2026

Local agencies serving Grayson 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 Grayson 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.