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Senior benefits in Wilbarger County, Texas

Seniors living in Wilbarger County, Texas have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with health care, energy costs, transportation, and more. The Area Agency on Aging of North Texas (AAANT), run by the Nortex Regional Planning Commission, is a strong local starting point. AAANT connects older adults in the county to services under its Title III and ADRC programs. For help with utility bills, West Texas Opportunities (WTO) administers the CEAP Energy Assistance program locally. Residents who need rides may be able to use NorTex Rural Transit, which offers demand-response transportation across the region. Those facing a health care cost crisis may want to look into the Wilbarger County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP), administered by the Wilbarger County Commissioners Court in Vernon. State programs like Texas Medicaid for the Aged, Blind, or Disabled (MEPD) and the Texas Over-65 Homestead Exemption also apply here, along with dozens of federal programs. Each listing on this page 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

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 Wilbarger County

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

Emergency Aid in Wilbarger County

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

Wilbarger County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

County · Texas

Wilbarger 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) Wilbarger County CIHCP for healthcare (940-552-5486); (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 10, 2026

Rolling Plains Management Corporation — CEAP Energy Assistance (Wilbarger County)

County · Texas

Wilbarger County's energy bill help (CEAP) is run by Rolling Plains Management Corporation in Crowell. It helps pay electric, gas and propane bills, helps in an energy emergency, and offers free advice on lowering energy costs. Household income must be at or below 150% of the federal poverty guidelines. Apply online at rollingplains.org, or call 940-684-1571 (toll-free 800-633-0852) to set up an appointment.

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

How to apply →Official source →940-684-1571Last verified · October 12, 2026

Healthcare in Wilbarger County

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

Wilbarger County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP)

County · Texas

The Wilbarger County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61. Eligibility: Wilbarger County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: Wilbarger General Hospital (Vernon) — county-owned community hospital. United Regional Health Care System (Wichita Falls) is the major regional tertiary referral hospital for the entire NorTex region. Apply by calling Wilbarger County at 940-552-5486.

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

In this county: Wilbarger CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. Wilbarger General Hospital (Vernon) — county-owned community hospital. United Regional (Wichita Falls) is the regional tertiary referral.

How to apply →Official source →940-552-5486Last verified · October 8, 2026

Nutrition in Wilbarger 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 (Wilbarger County)

County · Texas

AAANT serves Wilbarger 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 18, 2026

Transportation in Wilbarger County

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

NorTex Rural Transit — Demand-Response (Wilbarger County)

County · Texas

Rural transit in Wilbarger 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 Wilbarger County, or dial 211.

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

How to apply →Official source →940-322-5281Last verified · October 3, 2026

Local agencies serving Wilbarger 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 Wilbarger 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.