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Senior benefits in Green County, Wisconsin

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Seniors aged 65 and older in Green County, Wisconsin have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with health care, food, energy costs, transportation, and more. The ADRC of Green County is a strong local starting point — it connects residents with county, state, and federal programs all in one place. Locally, Green County also offers specialized transportation through the County Elderly & Disabled Transportation program, energy bill help through Energy Services Inc via the WHEAP intake program, and financial assistance for medical bills through SSM Health Monroe Hospital. At the state level, programs like SeniorCare Prescription Drug Assistance, Wisconsin Medicaid for the Elderly Blind or Disabled, Medicare Savings Programs, and FoodShare Wisconsin may help reduce everyday costs. Federal programs, including Extra Help for prescription drug costs and many others, may apply as well. Each listing on this page includes its official source and the date it was last verified. The sponsoring agency always makes the final decision on eligibility.

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Last verified · October 12, 2026

Local starting point

ADRC of Green County

1-608-328-9499

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

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Programs run in Green County

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

Elder Services in Green County

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

Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC of Green County) — Green

County · Wisconsin

ADRC of Green County is the county's one-stop for aging help: benefits counseling (Medicare, FoodShare, Medicaid), long-term-care options and Family Care/IRIS enrollment, caregiver support, home-delivered and senior dining meals, transportation arrangements, and falls-prevention programs. Services are free and open to adults 60 and over and adults with disabilities. Call 608-328-9499 or the statewide line 1-844-947-2372.

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

How to apply →Official source →1-608-328-9499Last verified · October 12, 2026

Energy Assistance in Green County

Programs here typically lower an eligible household's bills by $100–$1,500 a year.

Energy Assistance (WHEAP) intake — Green

County · Wisconsin

Energy Services Inc - WHEAP takes Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program applications for Green County residents — heating and electric bill help, crisis assistance, and emergency furnace repair. Household income must be at or below 60% of the state median (see the statewide WHEAP listing for current figures). Apply online at energybenefit.wi.gov, or by phone, mail, or in person through the local agency at 800-506-5596.

Estimated bill savings: $100–$1,500 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-800-506-5596Last verified · October 1, 2026

Healthcare in Green County

Hospital Financial Assistance (SSM Health Monroe Hospital (The Monroe Clinic)) — Green

County · Wisconsin

Uninsured and underinsured residents of Green County can apply for financial assistance (charity care) at SSM Health Monroe Hospital (The Monroe Clinic) for emergency and medically necessary care. SSM Health provides free or discounted care based on need, plus automatic discounts for uninsured patients. Discounts are based on household size and income compared with the Federal Poverty Level.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-888-918-3512Last verified · October 11, 2026

Transportation in Green County

Programs here typically provide services worth $150–$1,500 a year to an eligible household.

County Elderly & Disabled Transportation (§85.21) — Green

County · Wisconsin

Every Wisconsin county, including Green County, receives state aid under Wis. Stat. §85.21 to run specialized transportation for seniors and individuals with disabilities — typically door-to-door van or volunteer-driver rides to medical appointments, nutrition sites, and shopping. Services and fares vary by county; the ADRC connects riders with the county's program. Call 608-328-9499 to schedule or learn what is available.

Estimated service value: $150–$1,500 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-608-328-9499Last verified · October 6, 2026

Local agencies serving Green 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.

Wisconsin and federal programs

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

Money & income3 programs

Cash paid to you, and emergency help when money runs short.

Health & Medicare costs9 programs

Medicaid, Medicare savings, and help with drug and doctor bills.

Food7 programs

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

Home, bills & taxes8 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 & legal3 programs

Free counseling, legal help, rides, and other senior services.

Veterans4 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.