DiscoverSeniorBenefits

Senior benefits in Leon County, Texas

Not in Texas? Leon County, Florida

Seniors aged 65 and older living in Leon County, Texas, may qualify for a wide range of benefit programs at the federal, state, and local level. The Brazos Valley Council of Governments AAA (BVCOG AAA) serves as the local Area Agency on Aging and is a strong starting point for finding help with services, referrals, and support through its Title III programs and Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC). Leon County residents may also qualify for energy bill help through the Brazos Valley Community Action Agency (BVCAA) CEAP Energy Assistance program, transportation options through Brazos Transit District (BTD) demand-response service, and basic health coverage through the Leon County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP). State programs such as Texas Medicaid for the Aged, Blind, or Disabled (MEPD), Texas STAR+PLUS, and the Texas Over-65 Homestead Exemption 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.

5

Local programs

16

Texas programs

25

Federal programs

17

Categories

Last verified · October 12, 2026

Local starting point

Brazos Valley Council of Governments (BVCOG) — established to serve the 7-county Brazos Valley region; AAA serving older adults since 1976

979-595-2806, 800-994-4000

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

Discover my benefits

Helping others? Print the Leon County benefits checklist — free to hand out.

When benefit rules change, it’s tracked here

Income limits, new requirements, how to apply — see what’s changed across senior benefit programs, from the official source in plain English.

Benefit changes →

Programs run in Leon County

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

Emergency Aid in Leon County

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

Brazos Valley Community Action Programs (BVCAP) — CEAP Energy Assistance (Leon County)

County · Texas

Leon County's energy bill help (CEAP) is run by Brazos Valley Community Action Programs (BVCAP) from its office at 4001 E 29th St in Bryan. It helps pay electric, natural gas and propane bills. Applications are taken by appointment only, online or in person, and the process restarts every January 1st — even for people helped in past years. Call 979-595-2850 to reach the utility assistance office.

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

How to apply →Official source →979-595-2850Last verified · October 6, 2026

Leon County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

County · Texas

Leon County operates a referral-and-coordination emergency aid framework: (1) BVCAA for CEAP utility (979-690-0921); (2) BVCOG AAA for senior services (979-595-2800); (3) Leon County CIHCP for healthcare (903-536-2331); (4) BTD for transportation (979-778-0607); (5) Catholic Charities of Brazos Valley; (6) Salvation Army Bryan. Dial 211 for general referrals.

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

How to apply →Official source →211Last verified · October 8, 2026

Healthcare in Leon County

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

Leon County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP)

County · Texas

The Leon County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61 for low-income residents. Eligibility: Leon County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: Madisonville (Madison St. Joseph), Bryan/College Station, or Palestine referrals; limited local hospitals. CHI St. Joseph Health and Baylor Scott & White (Bryan-College Station) are the regional tertiary referral hospitals — both have Patient Financial Assistance Programs (typically 200% FPL or broader). Apply by calling Leon County at 903-536-2331.

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

In this county: Leon CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. Madisonville (Madison St. Joseph), Bryan/College Station, or Palestine referrals; limited local hospitals. CHI St. Joseph and Baylor Scott & White Bryan-College Station are the tertiary referrals.

How to apply →Official source →903-536-2331Last verified · October 10, 2026

Nutrition in Leon County

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

Brazos Valley Council of Governments AAA (BVCOG AAA) — Title III + ADRC (Leon County)

County · Texas

BVCOG AAA serves Leon County seniors age 60+ and their caregivers as part of its 7-county Brazos Valley region (Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Leon, Madison, Robertson, Washington). Services include Title III Congregate Meals + Home-Delivered Meals, Benefits Counseling (HICAP/SHIP Medicare), Care Coordination, Caregiver Support, and Long-Term Care Ombudsman. Apply by calling BVCOG AAA at 979-595-2806 (toll-free 800-994-4000).

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

How to apply →Official source →979-595-2806, 800-994-4000Last verified · October 4, 2026

Transportation in Leon County

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

Brazos Transit District (BTD) — Demand-Response + The District (Bryan-College Station Fixed-Route) (Leon County)

County · Texas

Brazos Transit District (BTD) is the principal rural transit operator serving Leon County and the broader Brazos Valley. In Bryan-College Station, BTD operates 'The District' fixed-route bus service. Across the rural counties, BTD provides demand-response transit. Seniors qualify for reduced fares. Advance reservation typically required for demand-response. Apply at btd.org or by calling 979-778-0607.

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

How to apply →Official source →979-778-0607Last verified · October 1, 2026

Local agencies serving Leon 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 Leon 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.

← All Texas counties

Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.