The Foggy Bottom Association, with the guidance of a panel of experts, has collected a list of money-saving and other resources for seniors.
Please note that in addition to age requirements, some programs may have income requirements. In many cases participation in certain government programs (e.g. Medicaid, SNAP/Food Stamps, federally subsidized housing, etc.) means applicants already meet income requirements.
Read more about our efforts here. And learn about our Senior Meal Program here.
Financial well-being is important for everyone, here is a list of resources and programs that residents of Foggy Bottom may be eligible for.
AARP Local Assistance Directory
Directory of free or reduced cost services including medical care, food, job training, etc. specific to Foggy Bottom and the DC area.
https://local.aarpfoundation.org/search_results/20037
AARP Legal Counsel for the Elderly
Programs include Consumer Fraud & Financial Abuse, Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Legal Hotline, etc.
Call the Legal Hotline at (202) 434-2120
Legal Counsel for the Elderly resources and information:
- DC Homeowner & Renter Property Tax Credit
- Tenant and landlord rights and responsibilities
- Aging in place – housing code violations
- Fire protections and aftermath advice
Homestead/Senior Citizen Property Tax Deduction
Reduce property tax bill for seniors 65+ or disabled property owners
(202) 727-4829
https://otr.cfo.dc.gov/page/homesteadsenior-citizen-deduction
Public Service Commission
Provides assistance with high utility bills, utility scams, payment arrangements, utility discounts, etc.
(202) 626-5120
Washington Gas Residential Essential Service (RES)
Discount on winter heating bills
Call 311
PEPCO Residential Aid Discount (RAD)
Reduction of charges for energy distribution & several surcharges
Call 311
DC Water Customer Assistance Program (CAP)
Discount of up to 400 cubic feet (3,000 gallons) of water & sewer use each month
Call 311
Verizon Lifeline Service
Home voice telephone service $1/month for qualified seniors age 65+
(800) 837-4966
https://www.verizon.com/support/residential/account/manage-account/lifeline-discount
Comcast Internet Essentials
15 mbps + in-home WiFi for $9.95/month, plus access to low cost computer for $149.95
(800) 266-2278
https://www.internetessentials.com/
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Receive help paying your heating and cooling energy bills
Call 311
Utility Discount Program (UDP)
Discounts on utility bills for low-income District residents
Call 311
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
Make your home more energy efficient and reduce your energy bills
Call 311
https://doee.dc.gov/service/weatherization-assistance-program
Clean Rivers Impervious Area Charge Residential Relief Program (CRIAC)
Receive help with your DC Water Bill
Call 311
https://doee.dc.gov/node/1375571