Benefits & Government Support Center

Senior Benefits & Government Support: Find Help You May Qualify For

Many older adults and their families don't know where to begin when looking for housing, financial and community assistance. Explore reliable resources and official programs, then get help understanding your housing options.

Property Tax & Homeowner Benefits

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Texas Comptroller — Property Tax Exemptions

Who it may help: Texas homeowners, including those 65 or older, disabled homeowners and surviving spouses
What it offers: Official explanations of homestead, age 65+, disability and other exemptions, plus the tax ceiling and deferral options.

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Housing Affordability

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Your Texas Benefits

Who it may help: Texas residents who may need help with food, health care or other basic needs
What it offers: The state's official portal to apply for and manage benefits such as SNAP and Medicaid.

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2-1-1 Texas

Who it may help: Anyone in Texas looking for local help
What it offers: Free, confidential navigation to local resources including utility, rent and housing assistance. Dial 2-1-1.

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Medicare, Medicaid & Care Support

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Texas HHSC Aging Services

Who it may help: Older Texans and the people who support them
What it offers: State information on long-term care, in-home support, and programs for older adults.

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BenefitsCheckUp

Who it may help: Adults 55+ and their families nationwide
What it offers: A free screening tool from the National Council on Aging to find programs you may qualify for.

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Daily Living Support

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Texas Area Agencies on Aging

Who it may help: Adults 60+ and family caregivers in Texas
What it offers: Local agencies that coordinate meals, transportation, benefits counseling and in-home services.

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Texas Aging and Disability Resource Centers

Who it may help: Older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers
What it offers: A single local entry point for information about long-term services and supports.

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National Eldercare Locator

Who it may help: Older adults and caregivers in any state
What it offers: A public service of the U.S. Administration for Community Living connecting you to local aging services.

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Veterans & Surviving Spouses

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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Who it may help: Veterans, surviving spouses and their families
What it offers: Official information on VA pension, housing, health care and survivor benefits.

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Caregiver & Family Support

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National Council on Aging

Who it may help: Older adults, caregivers and families
What it offers: Nonprofit education on benefits, healthy aging, falls prevention and financial security.

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