Senior Resources

This page lists selected community resources frequently requested by Ashland seniors. For other needs not listed here, please call our office at 541-488-5342.

Financial Assistance

Food

• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
• Double Up Food Bucks Oregon (PDF) (if on SNAP, get up to $10 extra per day for purchasing fruits and veggies at participating farmers' markets)
• Ashland Community Food Bank, 541-488-9544 - Satellite food pantry at Ashland Senior Center open Monday-Thursday, 8:30-3:30pm (very limited offerings). In addition to onsite visits, there is a home delivery option from Ashland Community Food Bank for those who qualify - call 541-488-9544 for qualifications and list of services.
• Food and Friends Lunch Program, 541-734-9505 - Lunch is served at Ashland Senior Center, currently Monday through Friday, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, by donation for seniors 60 years and older. Home-delivered meals are available for qualifying seniors

Utilities

• City of Ashland Utility Assistance - Information and application for the utility discount program
• Access Energy Assistance - Apply for assistance with gas heating and inquire about weatherization to help reduce your energy bill. 541-779-9020

Healthcare

• Oregon Health Plan (OHP)
• Medicare subsidies: Assistance to pay for Medicare costs (Parts B and D) - 855-447-0155

Property Tax/Tax Preparation

• AARP Foundation Property Tax Aide helps homeowners find tax credits for which they might be eligible, as a way to offset the high cost of housing (you do not have to be an AARP member to use this free service) 
• AARP Foundation Tax Aide Free income tax preparation and e-filing for low- or moderate-income taxpayers of all ages. For Ashland appointments at the Lower-Level of Stevenson Union on Southern Oregon University campus, call 541-708-9346. Call 888-227-7669 for information about alternative sites.
• VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) or FSA (Facilitated Self Assistance) through the United Way of Jackson County offers free income tax assistance programs.  Call 541-864-0448 for appointments or visit the appointment portal at tmaconline.org.

Internet Access

• Ashland Fiber Network: $25 per month internet service for low-income Ashland residents. If you are already receiving the utility discount from the City of Ashland, you qualify automatically; just call AFN 541-552-2222 to sign up for the discounted senior internet service. 

Medicare & Social Security

• SHIBA (Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance): 541-857-7780. Call to schedule a phone appointment for one-on-one counseling about your health insurance and Medicare options. SHIBA volunteers can also help income-qualified seniors apply for Medicare Part B and D costs. 
• Medford Social Security Office: 866-931-7943 (Monday through Friday 9 am to 4 pm)

Veterans Resources

• White City VA Medical Center: 8495 Crater Lake Highway, White City. Main phone: 541-826-2111, Mental health care: 541-826-2111
• Jackson County Veterans Services: Assists veterans or family members with applying for benefits through the Federal VA and navigating the system. Can also help with ordering service records and DD-214s. 541-774-8214
• Veteran Resource Navigator: Online tool to find federal, state and local resources for economic, health, education, housing and food, and other needs. 800-692-9666
• Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs, Salem, OR. 800-692-9666 or 503-373-2085