BenefitsCheckUp — National Council on Aging

You answer a few quick questions and this free tool shows programs near you that can help pay for food, medicine, utilities, and other everyday costs.

Good to know

It checks close to 2,000 programs, keeps your information private, and a helpline counselor can walk you through it if you would rather talk to a person.

Hours
Helpline Mon–Fri, 8am–7pm ET; tool any time
Coverage
Nationwide (U.S.)
Languages
English, Spanish
Best for
Older adults
Last checked
July 15, 2026

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We list this organization because people told us it helped. We’re not affiliated with it, and we don’t speak for it. Last checked July 15, 2026.

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