Seniors

Alabama Homestead Exemption and Property Tax Relief

Reduces ad valorem property taxes on a primary residence in Alabama, with enhanced exemptions for seniors, people with permanent and total disabilities, and blind homeowners.

Type: Benefit Amount: Basic exemption removes up to $4,000 in assessed value from state tax; special exemptions can eliminate all taxes on the homestead Deadline: Apply at your local county office; you must occupy the home as your primary residence on the first day of the tax year. Location: Alabama

Alaska Senior Cash Assistance for Seniors 65 Plus: How to Get 76 to 250 Dollars a Month through the Senior Benefits Program

If you are 65 or older and living in Alaska, you know “fixed income” can feel like a bad joke. Groceries cost more, heating fuel eats your budget every winter, and even a simple medical trip to Anchorage can blow a hole in your savings.

Amount: $76 to $250 per month depending on income tier Deadline: Rolling; apply any time, benefits begin the month after the Division of Public Assistance receives a complete application Location: Alaska

Arizona Senior Property Valuation Protection Option

Freezes the full cash value of an Arizona primary residence for qualifying seniors so property taxes stay stable despite rising home values.

Type: Benefit Amount: Locks full cash value for three-year periods; savings depend on local tax rates Deadline: Apply to your county assessor between January 1 and September 1 for the following tax year Location: Arizona

Honolulu Real Property Tax Credit 2025: Cap Your Taxes at 3% of Income

A complete guide to the Honolulu Real Property Tax Credit for 2025, which caps property taxes at 3% of income for eligible low-income homeowners.

Type: Benefit Amount: Caps property tax at 3% of income Deadline: Sep 30, 2025 Location: Hawaii and Honolulu County

HUD Section 202: Funding for Affordable Senior Housing (Nonprofits Only)

HUD capital advances and rental assistance for nonprofits building and operating affordable housing with services for very low-income older adults.

Type: Grant Amount: Capital Advances (Millions) + Project Rental Assistance Contracts (PRAC) Deadline: Annual NOFO release Location: United States

Medicare Part D Extra Help

Social Security Administration subsidy that lowers Medicare Part D prescription drug premiums, deductibles, and copays for people with limited income and resources.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $5,300+ annual savings through reduced Part D premiums, deductibles, and copayments Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States

Mississippi Homestead Exemption and Special Assessment Credit

Reduces ad valorem property taxes on a Mississippi primary residence, with additional credits for seniors and people with disabilities.

Type: Benefit Amount: Basic exemption up to $300 in county taxes; special credit eliminates taxes on first $7,500 of assessed value for eligible seniors or disabled owners Deadline: Apply at the county tax assessor’s office between January 1 and April 1 Location: Mississippi

Nevada Department of Taxation

Provides annual rebates to low-income Nevada seniors who paid property tax directly or indirectly through rent on their primary residence.

Amount: Up to $1,200 annually depending on income and tax/rent paid Deadline: Apply with the county treasurer or assessor typically between January 1 and April 30 Location: Nevada

Original Medicare (Parts A & B) Enrollment

Hospital and medical insurance coverage for seniors and certain disabled individuals through Medicare Parts A and B.

Type: Benefit Amount: Part A premium-free with sufficient work history; Part B premium $174.70/month in 2024 Deadline: Initial, General, and Special Enrollment Periods Location: United States

Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program

Provides low-income seniors with access to locally grown fruits, vegetables, honey, and herbs while supporting farmers markets, roadside stands, and community supported agricultural programs.

Type: Benefit Amount: Not specified on USDA page Deadline: Ongoing Location: United States