For many older adults in Delaware, every dollar matters. The cost of housing, utilities, groceries, medicine, and transportation continues to rise, especially for seniors living on fixed incomes. The State of Delaware offers a Senior School Property Tax Credit that may help eligible homeowners reduce part of their property tax bill.

The application deadline is April 30 each year, and the credit is not retroactive. That means if the deadline is missed, the credit cannot be applied later for a past tax year. Planning ahead now can help seniors avoid missing an opportunity for relief next year.

If you have a parent, grandparent, neighbor, church member, or friend who may qualify, consider helping them prepare early. A simple reminder, help finding the application, making a copy of their Delaware ID, or calling the county office with them can make the process less overwhelming.

At Milford Advocacy for the Homeless, we believe housing stability also means helping people stay housed before there is a crisis. Sharing resources like this is one way we walk alongside our neighbors with dignity, compassion, and service.

Visit our resource page to learn more about the State of Delaware Senior School Property Tax Credit, including application details, required documents, and county contact information. You have questions about eligibility or the status of an application, please contact the appropriate county office directly.

Link to the resource page on our Website: State of DE – Senior School Program Tax Credit