Alaska Senior Benefits Program (monthly cash for 65+)
Alaska pays $125, $175 or $250 a month to residents age 65 and older with low-to-moderate income; savings and property do not count, only income. Apply online through the Alaska Connect portal, mail or drop the GEN-152 paper form at the Bethel Public Assistance office (460 Ridgecrest Dr, Suite 121), or call the Virtual Contact Center 1-800-478-7778. Income limits change each year with the Alaska poverty guidelines - check the current SB-01 sheet or ask the office.
Who it’s for
Age 65+, Alaska resident, US citizen or qualified alien, income under program limits; no asset test
This is what the program lists. Only the provider can say whether you qualify.
What’s the difference?
A service may have its own membership, shareholder or residency requirements. Check the wording on each service.
- Shareholder services
- Check the corporation’s requirements.
- Tribal programs
- Check the program’s enrollment requirements.
- Borough services
- Check the service’s residency requirements.
You can browse without telling us which apply to you.
What to bring isn’t listed. Check with the provider before you start.
Provider information
View official informationCall Alaska Division of Public Assistance (DPA)800-478-7778Continue to applicationOpen Direct deposit request (GEN-153) · PDFQuestions to ask
Who can get this, and what should I bring?
Which application or form fits my situation?
Opening a PDF does not submit it. Ask the provider how to return the completed form and confirm receipt.
After you contact them
Ask the provider how to confirm receipt and when to follow up. A response time is not listed here.