Benefit programs for older adults

USDA Section 504 Home Repair Grants for Homeowners 62 and Older

Up to $10,000 that does not have to be paid back, to remove a health or safety hazard from your home.

Typically worth $2,000 – $10,000 a year

HUD Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

Apartment buildings built only for people 62 and older, where rent is set at 30 percent of your income.

Typically worth $4,800 – $18,000 a year

Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)

A voucher that pays part of your rent in a regular apartment you choose yourself.

Typically worth $4,800 – $24,000 a year

Free Home Repairs and Safety Modifications (Rebuilding Together)

Volunteers install grab bars, ramps, and railings and make critical repairs, at no cost to the homeowner.

Typically worth $500 – $15,000 a year

Senior Property Tax Relief

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes, circuit breakers, and deferrals that can cut or pause your property tax bill.

Typically worth $200 – $4,000 a year

New York Senior Citizens Exemption for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in New York, and where to file.

North Carolina Elderly or Disabled Property Tax Homestead Exclusion for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in North Carolina, and where to file.

Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Pennsylvania, and where to file.

Arkansas Homestead Property Tax Credit / Senior Freeze for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Arkansas, and where to file.

Nebraska Nebraska Homestead Exemption for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Nebraska, and where to file.

Rhode Island Property Tax Relief Credit for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Rhode Island, and where to file.

Oklahoma Senior Valuation Freeze / Additional Homestead Exemption for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Oklahoma, and where to file.

New Jersey Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement) for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in New Jersey, and where to file.

Utah Homeowner's Tax Credit (Circuit Breaker) for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Utah, and where to file.

Indiana Over 65 Deduction / Over 65 Circuit Breaker Credit for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Indiana, and where to file.

Mississippi Homestead Exemption for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Mississippi, and where to file.

Connecticut Elderly/Disabled Homeowners (Circuit Breaker) Tax Relief Program for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Connecticut, and where to file.

Delaware Senior School Property Tax Relief for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Delaware, and where to file.

Wyoming Property Tax Refund Program for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Wyoming, and where to file.

Massachusetts Senior Circuit Breaker Tax Credit for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Massachusetts, and where to file.

Alabama Homestead Exemptions for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Alabama, and where to file.

Alaska Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Alaska, and where to file.

Arizona Senior Property Valuation Protection Option (Senior Freeze) for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Arizona, and where to file.

California Property Tax Postponement Program for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in California, and where to file.

Colorado Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Colorado, and where to file.

District of Columbia Homestead Deduction and Senior Citizen/Disabled Property Tax Relief for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in District of Columbia, and where to file.

Iowa Elderly and Disabled Property Tax Credit for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Iowa, and where to file.

Idaho Property Tax Reduction (Circuit Breaker) Program for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Idaho, and where to file.

Michigan Homestead Property Tax Credit for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Michigan, and where to file.

Kansas Kansas Property Tax Relief for Low Income Seniors (SAFESR) for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Kansas, and where to file.

Kentucky Homestead Exemption for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Kentucky, and where to file.

Louisiana Special Assessment Level for Seniors for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Louisiana, and where to file.

Maine State Property Tax Deferral Program for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Maine, and where to file.

Maryland Homeowners' Property Tax Credit Program for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Maryland, and where to file.

Georgia Homestead Exemptions (Senior School Tax Exemption) for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Georgia, and where to file.

Minnesota Property Tax Deferral for Senior Citizens for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Minnesota, and where to file.

Hawaii Home Exemption / Real Property Tax Credit for Elderly Homeowners for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Hawaii, and where to file.

Missouri Property Tax Credit Claim ("Circuit Breaker") for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Missouri, and where to file.

Montana Property Tax Assistance Program (PTAP) / Montana Elderly Homeowner/Renter Credit for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Montana, and where to file.

Nevada Property Tax Cap / Property Tax FAQs for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Nevada, and where to file.

New Hampshire Elderly Exemption (local option) / Exemptions and Veterans' Tax Credits for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in New Hampshire, and where to file.

New Mexico Limitation on Increase in Value for Low-Income Senior/Disabled Homeowners for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in New Mexico, and where to file.

Florida Additional Homestead Exemption for Persons 65 and Older for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Florida, and where to file.

North Dakota Homestead Property Tax Credit for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in North Dakota, and where to file.

Ohio Homestead Exemption for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Ohio, and where to file.

Oregon Property Tax Deferral for Disabled and Senior Homeowners for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Oregon, and where to file.

South Carolina Homestead Exemption for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in South Carolina, and where to file.

Tennessee Property Tax Relief Program for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Tennessee, and where to file.

Texas Age 65 or Older Homestead Exemption for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Texas, and where to file.

Illinois Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption & Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Illinois, and where to file.

South Dakota Assessment Freeze for the Elderly & Disabled for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in South Dakota, and where to file.

Vermont Vermont Property Tax Credit for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Vermont, and where to file.

Virginia Real Estate Tax Exemption or Deferral for the Elderly and Disabled for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Virginia, and where to file.

Wisconsin Property Tax Relief Credits (Homestead Credit / Lottery and Gaming Credit) for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Wisconsin, and where to file.

Washington Property Tax Exemption for Senior Citizens and People with Disabilities for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in Washington, and where to file.

West Virginia Senior Citizens Tax Credit (with Homestead Exemption) for older homeowners

Homestead exemptions, senior freezes and deferrals in West Virginia, and where to file.