Hidden help most families miss

Not investment tips. Programs that already exist and go unused because nobody mentioned them at the kitchen table.

BenefitsCheckUp

NCOA tool that screens many benefit programs with one questionnaire.

benefitscheckup.org

Extra Help (drug costs)

Social Security program that can lower Medicare Part D costs.

1-800-772-1213

ssa.gov/extrahelp

SHIP — free Medicare counseling

They do not sell insurance.

shiphelp.org

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide

Free tax prep with a focus on people 50+ with low to moderate income.

Find Tax-Aide

Homestead / property tax relief

Many counties lower taxes for seniors or disabled veterans. Ask the county treasurer or auditor — names differ by state.

Borrow a walker or wheelchair

Loan closets exist nationwide.

GotDME.org

LIHEAP / utility help

Heat and electric assistance through the state energy office or 211.

Bills & utilities

Veterans extras

Aid & Attendance and state tax exemptions.

Veteran home care

PurePath does not take a cut of these programs. We point to official doors.