AGING WELL: SEE ALL TOPICS
Aging Well
For most older adults, good health and financial wellness ensures independence, security, and the ability to afford a longer life. Discover tools and resources to improve quality of life and tips to make the most of your money.
PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES: SEE ALL TOPICS
Professional Resources
Improving the lives of older adults, especially those who are struggling, is not just your job–it’s at your core. Gain your inspiration here and find NCOA tools, tips, and resources to help improve your delivery and service.
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About NCOA
We believe every person deserves to age well, regardless of their background. Learn more about the work we do, the people we serve, and why aging well matters now more than ever.
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Help us build a more just and caring society in which each of us, as we age, lives with dignity, purpose, and security. Explore how to support our mission, partner with us, and advocate on behalf of older adults.

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AGING WELL: SEE ALL TOPICS
Aging Well
For most older adults, good health and financial wellness ensures independence, security, and the ability to afford a longer life. Discover tools and resources to improve quality of life and tips to make the most of your money.
PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES: SEE ALL TOPICS
Professional Resources
Improving the lives of older adults, especially those who are struggling, is not just your job–it’s at your core. Gain your inspiration here and find NCOA tools, tips, and resources to help improve your delivery and service.
ABOUT US
About NCOA
We believe every person deserves to age well, regardless of their background. Learn more about the work we do, the people we serve, and why aging well matters now more than ever.
GET INVOLVED
Help NCOA Make an Impact
Help us build a more just and caring society in which each of us, as we age, lives with dignity, purpose, and security. Explore how to support our mission, partner with us, and advocate on behalf of older adults.

Energy & Utility Assistance for Professionals

Older adults sometimes make dangerous choices when they can't afford to heat or cool their homes. See whether your clients qualify for help with energy and utility assistance needs, such as LIHEAP and other weatherization programs.

For Professionals

How to Make It Easier for Older Adults to Get Energy and Utility Assistance

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Energy Assistance Programs Beyond LIHEAP: Help for Low-Income Households

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A senior woman places her hand on her heater/radiator while looking at her electricity bill.

How to Get Help Paying for Food, Housing, and Healthcare

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Older/senior hands are placed on top of a stack of one dollar bills.

Find benefits with NCOA's online tool.

BenefitsCheckUp®

NCOA's BenefitsCheckUp® connects older adults and people with disabilities with benefits to help pay for health care, medicine, food, and more. It's simple, free, and confidential.

Help an older adult browse programs today.

Energy Assistance Benefits

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Where Can I Get Help Paying My Water Bill?

Apr 08, 2026

Keeping the Lights On: Housing & Utility Benefits

Aug 08, 2024

Benefits 101

Apr 21, 2023

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