
To learn more about eligibility requirements or for assistance applying for any of the benefits below, please contact an Aging Ahead Community Options Specialist at 800-243-6060.
- Those who meet income requirements may be eligible for Medicare Savings Programs (MSP), which pays Medicare Part B premiums. Those who qualify are auto-enrolled in Extra Help (Part D subsidy).
- For some with lower incomes, Medicare Extra Help (or Low-Income Subsidy) can help pay for Medicare Part D out-of-pocket expenses like premiums, deductibles, and copays.
- MO HealthNet (Medicaid)provides health insurance coverage to certain individuals who meet income eligibility requirements. If you have Medicare, Medicaid may help cover costs that Medicare does not.
- Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)Medicaid (MO HealthNet) may provide a variety of in-home services to those enrolled in Medicaid who have assessed needs and are 63 or older.
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides monthly funds (via Electronic Benefits Transfer/ EBT card) to supplement food purchases for those who meet income eligibility requirements.
- Missouri Property Tax Credit (Circuit Breaker) is available for certain seniors based on rent or taxes they paid for the year & their household incomes (maximum $750 credit for renters/ $1100 for homeowners)
- Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a one-time payment for heating or cooling costs, available to certain homeowners or renters who meet income eligibility requirements.
- South Central Pension Project provides help regarding questions about pension benefits for those who lived or worked in Missouri while earning their pensions. You can speak with a Project attorney or paralegal free of charge by calling 1-800-443-2528.
BenefitsCheckUp can also help you assess whether you can get help from programs before you apply. Answer questions anonymously to find out if you may be eligible for key benefits programs by visiting https://benefitscheckup.org/

Comments 2
Daphne Phillips
Thanks for the info. I’ve called some programs, but no callback. I miss that one on one where knowledgeable people could assist you. They would listen rather than forwarding you to another phone or website. Everyone IS NOT computer saavy or even have access to a computer. Can I ask if Agining ahead working with Health Protection/Education Services in Univercity City? Diane Berry is a contact and a great person/listener.
redie
thanks for the data. very helpful and useful.