Snyder, Texas

Start here: Scurry County Senior Center — (325) 573-4035 • West Central Texas ADRC — 1-855-937-2372

The Senior Center is Snyder's local hub for meals, rides, and activities. The regional ADRC (based in Abilene but reachable by phone) connects Scurry County seniors and caregivers to benefits counseling, home repair, and care coordination.

Federal Nutrition: How to apply for SNAP and CSFP in state

Two federal programs put food and grocery dollars directly in seniors' hands: SNAP (food benefits you can spend at grocery stores) and CSFP (a free monthly box of shelf-stable and canned foods for adults 60+). Both are administered locally and both are worth applying for even if you're unsure you'll qualify — income limits are higher than most people expect.

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)

SNAP provides a monthly EBT card seniors use like a debit card for groceries. Texas residents 60 and older, including those on a fixed income or Social Security, can qualify — and households with an elderly (60+) or disabled member get a higher asset limit and extra medical-expense deductions that often increase the benefit amount.

• Apply online: Create an account and complete Form H1010 (fastest method; upload documents and check status the same way) YourTexasBenefits.com ↗
• Apply by phone: 2-1-1 Texas, option 2 (or 877-541-7905) — a caseworker can take the application over the phone, which is often easiest for seniors or caregivers 211texas.org ↗
• Apply in person or by mail: Texas HHSC — Snyder office, 3409 Snyder Shopping Center, Snyder, TX 79549 — (325) 573-1161 — accepts SNAP, TANF, and WIC applications Texas HHS – SNAP ↗
• What you'll need: Photo ID, Social Security numbers for household members, proof of income (Social Security/pension award letters), and housing/utility costs
• Interview: Most applicants complete a required phone interview with an HHSC caseworker after applying
• Timeline: Standard applications are decided within 30 days; households with very low income/resources can qualify for expedited service within about 7 days
• Help applying: The West Central Texas ADRC can walk seniors through the SNAP application at no cost wctcog.org/adrc ↗

SNAP income and asset limits are adjusted annually — a benefits counselor at 2-1-1 or the ADRC can give you the current figures and estimate what you'd receive before you apply.

CSFP (Commodity Supplemental Food Program)

CSFP is a separate USDA program specifically for adults 60 and older (no SNAP application required, though you can receive both). Once a month, participants pick up a free box of foods such as canned fruit and vegetables, cereal, pasta, canned meat or fish, cheese, and juice.

• Eligibility: Age 60+ and income at or below 130% of the federal poverty level — confirm current figures with the local agency
• Local agency: South Plains Food Bank Senior Box Program — 5605 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Lubbock, TX 79404, (806) 763-3003 — Scurry County (including Snyder) is part of the Food Bank's 25-county service area spfb.org/senior-program ↗
• How to apply: Complete the online Senior Box referral form or call (806) 763-3003; ask whether a Snyder-area distribution point is currently available Senior Box referral form ↗

CSFP availability in smaller communities like Snyder can depend on caseload and local distribution partners — the West Central Texas ADRC (1-855-937-2372) can help confirm what's currently open.

State and Local Nutrition: Local meals on wheels, food pantries, community meals, etc.

Home-Delivered & Congregate Meals

The Scurry County Senior Center is Snyder's hub for both home-delivered meals (the local equivalent of Meals on Wheels) and congregate dining, with support from the regional Area Agency on Aging.

• Scurry County Senior Center: 2603 Ave. M, Snyder, TX 79549 — (325) 573-4035 — home-delivered meals for homebound seniors and congregate meals served on-site; call to ask about current capacity and how to sign up
• Area Agency on Aging of West Central Texas — nutrition programs: Helps fund home-delivered and congregate meal programs at senior centers across the region, including Scurry County wctcog.org/area-aging ↗

In a town the size of Snyder, meal-program capacity can be limited — call ahead, and ask the Senior Center about any current waitlist.

Food Pantries in Snyder

Free groceries and pantry staples — no SNAP enrollment required. Hours change seasonally in small communities, so call before visiting.

• Scurry County Ministerial Alliance — Free Store & Food Cupboard: 2701 Avenue K, Snyder, TX 79549 — food pickup Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (a Ministerial Alliance card is required, available the same day at pickup); community kitchen meal Mon, Wed & Thu, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | https://scma.churchcenter.com/home
• Colonial Hill Baptist Church: 3506 El Paso Ave., Snyder, TX 79549 — (325) 573-8596 — food assistance during regular office hours
• First Baptist Church: 1712 27th St., Snyder, TX 79549 — (325) 573-2631 — food distribution every third Saturday, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
• East Side Church of Christ: 201 31st St., Snyder, TX 79549 — (325) 573-3583 — food assistance Mon–Thu, 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
• South Plains Food Bank — Mobile Pantry: Periodic free food distributions reach Scurry County as part of the Food Bank's 25-county service area — check the current schedule for a stop near Snyder spfb.org/mobile-pantry ↗

Snyder Community Resource List: https://www.snyderisd.net/page/communityresources

2-1-1 Texas (dial 2-1-1) is often the fastest way to find same-day food help in Snyder, and can also connect you to SNAP, WIC, and TANF.

Elder Care: Caregiver assistance, local area on aging, etc.

Scurry County's aging-services system runs through the West Central Texas region based in Abilene: the Aging & Disability Resource Center connects seniors and caregivers to the Area Agency on Aging's full slate of programs, all reachable by a single toll-free call.

West Central Texas Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC)

• What it does: A single free call that screens for and connects seniors, adults with disabilities, and caregivers to benefits counseling, in-home care options, housing navigation, and long-term-care planning wctcog.org/adrc ↗
• Phone: 1-855-937-2372 (toll-free)
• Address: 3702 Loop 322, Abilene, TX 79602 (serves Scurry County by phone — no need to travel to Abilene for most services)

Area Agency on Aging of West Central Texas

Administered by the West Central Texas Council of Governments, the AAA funds and coordinates a wide range of services for adults 60+ across a 19-county region that includes Scurry County:

• Caregiver Respite — in-home respite care and voucher options for people caring for an aging spouse, parent, or relative
• Benefits Counseling — help understanding and applying for Medicare, Medicaid, and other benefits
• Care Coordination — case management for seniors who want to stay in their own home
• Residential Repair, Chore Maintenance & Homemaker Services — in-home help and minor home repairs (see Section 5)
• Emergency Response Button, Social Reassurance, and Information & Referral
• Ombudsman Program — advocacy for residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities
• Phone: 325-793-8417 (main line: 325-672-8544) wctcog.org/area-aging ↗
• Eligibility: Adults 60+, family caregivers of seniors 60+, relative caregivers 55+ raising children 18 or younger, and Medicare recipients

Because the AAA is reached through the same office as the ADRC, calling 1-855-937-2372 is the simplest way in — ask specifically about Residential Repair, Caregiver Respite, or benefits counseling.

Other Elder Care Contacts

• 2-1-1 Texas: Statewide backup line for benefits, long-term care, and Medicaid waiver questions 211texas.org ↗
• Adult Protective Services (elder abuse/neglect concerns): 1-800-252-5400 (24-hour statewide hotline) dfps.texas.gov ↗

Transportation: Senior transportation

Snyder has no city bus system, but rural transit, the Senior Center, and the regional Area Agency on Aging all offer ways for seniors to get around.

SPARTAN Public Transportation

• How it works: Curb-to-curb rural transit across a 17-county district that includes Scurry County; door-to-door options are available for seniors and people with disabilities spartanpublictransit.com ↗
• Scheduled routes between towns, commuter service with standing reservations, and demand-response pickups outside scheduled routes
• Book at least 24 hours in advance, first-come first-served
• Medicaid transportation: SPARTAN also provides Medicaid non-emergency medical transportation — book at least 24 hours ahead, or call the number on the back of your Medicaid card
• Phone: (806) 894-3800

Scurry County Senior Center Rides

• How it works: The Senior Center offers senior ride programs as part of its core services — call to ask about rides to the center, medical appointments, or errands co.scurry.tx.us ↗
• Phone: (325) 573-4035

Other Transportation Help

• Area Agency on Aging of West Central Texas — Transportation: Ask the ADRC (1-855-937-2372) about additional regional transportation assistance for seniors
• West Texas Opportunities — transportation assistance: 2603 Ave. M, Snyder, TX 79549 — (325) 573-2506 — limited transportation help alongside its utility and rental assistance programs | https://www.gowto.org/transportation/

• Healthcare Assistance:
  • https://www.healthwellfoundation.org/
• Rx Assistance:
  • https://www.needymeds.org/
  • https://www.goodrx.com/insurance/medicare
  • https://costplusdrugs.com/
• Medicare Rx Assistance:
  • https://www.medicare.gov/plan-compare/#/pharmaceutical-assistance-program?lang=en&year=2023
  • https://www.medicare.gov/basics/costs/help/drug-costs
• Insulin Assistance:
  • https://insulinhelp.org/
• EyeCare America: eligible patients can receive a free eye exam plus a one year follow up for any condition diagnosed in the initial exam.
  • EyeCare America - American Academy of Ophthalmology (aao.org)
• National Institute of Health: provides information for several organizations that can assist with eye exams, eyeglasses, and eye-related prescriptions.
  • Get Free or Low-Cost Eye Care | National Eye Institute (nih.gov)
• National Ramp: provides information and resources for obtaining a ramp.
  • Ramp Resources | National Ramp Home Access
• Paying for Senior Care: provides information for state assistance programs for Durable Medical Equipment.
  • State Assistance Programs for Durable Medical Equipment (payingforseniorcare.com)

• Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans- press 1)
• Adult Maltreatment Hotline: 800-482-8049
• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
  • Hours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish, and 200+ through interpretation service
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
  • https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
• Crisis Services & Suicide Prevention: Dial 988
  • https://988lifeline.org/
• Find a therapist near you: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists?_gl=1*x3iy7y*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..&gclid=CjwKCAjw48TUBhBREiwAK0GnQZuO0hNamNqZlvJkmJHaXgRIPKNmtZCT3jHqxT85b1kkkoj9UyDHNRoC5AkQAvD_BwE&gbraid=0AAAAAD_gfuxg6_pZY8xE_bJbsGAHGufk2

Housing: Rental assistance, home cleaning and repair assistance, utility assistance, etc.

Rental Assistance & Senior Housing

• Big Spring Housing Authority: 201 N.E. 7th St., Big Spring, TX 79720 — (432) 263-4090 — rental assistance based on income for the surrounding region, including Scurry County
• Golden Terrace Village: 1607 52nd St., Snyder, TX 79549 — (325) 573-1416 — income-based housing for seniors 62+ or individuals receiving SSI disability
• Villages of Snyder: 1021 37th St., Snyder, TX 79549 — (325) 436-0240 — income-based apartments
• Kingswood Apartments — income-based housing; contact directly or ask 2-1-1 for current details
• Limited rental assistance: West Texas Opportunities offers limited rental assistance (once per year, subject to funding) — 2603 Ave. M, Snyder, TX 79549, (325) 573-2506
• Emergency rent help: 2-1-1 Texas or the Snyder Community Resource Center (below) can screen for whichever local fund is currently accepting applications 211texas.org ↗

Utility Assistance

Several overlapping local programs help pay electric, gas, and water bills, with priority typically given to households with an elderly or disabled member.

• West Texas Opportunities — Scurry County (CEAP/utility & emergency assistance): 2603 Ave. M, Snyder, TX 79549 — (325) 573-2506 — bill payment assistance, emergency assistance, case management, and weatherization | https://www.gowto.org/comprehensive-energy-assistance-program/
• Snyder Community Resource Center: 1809 College Ave., Snyder, TX 79549 — (325) 436-0294 — Mon–Thu, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. — help with fuel, medical needs, emergency shelter, and utilities (up to $100, twice per year)

Home Repair & Weatherization

• Area Agency on Aging of West Central Texas — Residential Repair Program: Minor home repairs for income-eligible seniors — call the ADRC at 1-855-937-2372 to ask about current availability and eligibility wctcog.org/area-aging ↗
• Area Agency on Aging — Chore Maintenance & Homemaker Services: In-home help with household chores and light housekeeping for eligible seniors — same ADRC referral line, 1-855-937-2372
• West Texas Opportunities — Weatherization Assistance: 2603 Ave. M, Snyder, TX 79549 — (325) 573-2506 — free weatherization (insulation, air sealing, minor repairs) for income-eligible homes | https://www.gowto.org/weatherization-wap/

No Habitat for Humanity chapter serving Snyder was found — the ADRC's Residential Repair Program and West Texas Opportunities' weatherization program are the best starting points for home-repair help.

Enrichment: Senior centers, community activities, etc.

The Scurry County Senior Center is the anchor for senior social life in Snyder, alongside the town's churches and civic organizations.

Scurry County Senior Center

• Address / phone: 2603 Ave. M, Snyder, TX 79549 — (325) 573-4035 co.scurry.tx.us ↗
• Congregate meals and social dining
• Senior ride programs to and from the center and other errands
• Recreation and community-connection activities, including seasonal events like the annual May Day celebration
• Facebook page: Scurry County Senior Center — event announcements and updates facebook.com/ScurryCountySeniorCenter ↗

Other Enrichment Options

• Scurry County Library often hosts free programs and reading groups open to seniors — ask about current offerings
• Faith communities across Snyder (including several of the pantry hosts in Section 2) often run their own senior fellowship groups and outings
• Snyder Area Chamber of Commerce: Community calendar listing town-wide events, festivals, and civic activities open to all ages snyderchamber.chambermaster.com ↗
• AARP's regional programming may offer additional classes or health/wellness programming for older adults — the ADRC can help with a referral

Quick-Reference Directory

Every organization in this guide, in one place — call the first number when in doubt, or tap the link to open the website.

This guide was compiled in August 2026 from public sources and organization websites. In a small community like Snyder, hours, contact numbers, and program availability can change quickly — the Scurry County Senior Center and 2-1-1 Texas are both reliable starting points if any number in this guide is out of date.