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Golden Buckeye Card Program | Ohio Department Of Aging

Ohio Department Of Aging

30 East Broad St, 22nd Floor, Columbus, OH 43215-3414

Eligibility

Seniors, age 60 and over or, ages 18-59 who have disabilities as defined by Social Security.
Required documents

Hours

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

Application process

Individuals who do not have a current license or State ID, as well as people under age 60 who are eligible due to disability, or who otherwise do not receive their card automatically, may apply for a card at most public libraries and senior centers. To apply, go to aging.ohio.gov and search for Golden Buckeye Card.

Fees

None.

Service area

Guernsey County, Ohio Pickaway County, Ohio Athens County, Ohio Crawford County, Ohio Knox County, Ohio Wyandot County, Ohio Meigs County, Ohio Coshocton County, Ohio Vinton County, Ohio Licking County, Ohio Noble County, Ohio Jackson County, Ohio Marion County, Ohio Gallia County, Ohio Monroe County, Ohio Washington County, Ohio
Ohio residents who hold current Ohio Driver Licenses or State ID cards automatically receive their Golden Buckeye cards in the month of their 60th birthdays. Individuals who do not have a current license or State ID, as well as people under age 60 who are eligible due to disability, or who otherwise do not receive their card automatically, may apply for a card at most public libraries and senior centers. Due to ID, age and disability (when appropriate) verification requirements, you cannot apply for a Golden Buckeye card online or by phone.

Last Verified

05/12/2026

Providing organization

Ohio Department Of Aging
The Department of Aging administers programs and services to meet the needs of older Ohioans. These programs are funded by the federal Older Americans Act, Medicaid, and other sources.

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