Heap - Summer Crisis Program | Ohio Department Of Development
Provides eligible households financial assistance, up to $500 if they are a customer of a regulated utility or $800 if they are a customer of an unregulated utility. The assistance is applied to their utility bill. Also provides indoor air quality and comfort assistance: Up to $1,500 for central air conditioning repair; up to $300 for air conditioning units; and/ or up to $100 per fan (maximum two (2) fans. NOTE: The electric utility assistance benefit is separate from the additional benefit for central air conditioner repair and receiving a fan or air conditioner unit. Households may receive the full benefit for bill assistance and also receive an additional benefit (such as central air conditioner repair, air conditioner unit, and/or fan) once per cooling season.
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Physical Address
77 South High Street, 29th Floor, Riffe Center, Columbus, OH 43215
Hours
The Summer Crisis Program is generally available July 1st to September 30th or until funds run out in each community. The Energy Assistance Programs line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To speak with an Ohio Development Services Agency agent call Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 5:00pm.
Application process
An appointment through a local community action agency is required. For more information or to find your local energy assistance program provider call the toll-free Energy Assistance Programs line or visit the website at www.energyhelp.ohio.gov.
Fee
No fee to apply. If electric utility is in disconnect status and the amount exceeds Summer Crisis Program assistance, a receipt of co-payment is required to complete an application. NOTE: Not all applicants will be eligible for the entire $500 to $800 as the actual payment is based upon individual circumstances.
Eligibility
- Household income must be at or below 175% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. NOTE: Some income is deemed excludable such as income earned by dependent minors under 18 years old, child support paid-out, health insurance premiums, and some Medicare costs. - Households must also meet at least one of the following additional eligibility requirements: -- A household member is 60 years old or older: -- A household member has a medical necessity documented by a qualified medical professional; -- Household has a disconnection notice, has been disconnected, or is trying to establish new electric service; -- The household is enrolling in the Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP Plus) for the first time or has a PIPP default.
Languages
None.
Service area
Auglaize County, Ohio Morrow County, Ohio Wood County, Ohio Butler County, Ohio Huron County, Ohio Muskingum County, Ohio Fairfield County, Ohio Champaign County, Ohio Brown County, Ohio Adams County, Ohio Stark County, Ohio Vinton County, Ohio Morgan County, Ohio Columbiana County, Ohio Marion County, Ohio Medina County, Ohio Fulton County, Ohio Ashland County, Ohio Shelby County, Ohio Hardin County, Ohio Paulding County, Ohio Mercer County, Ohio Noble County, Ohio Allen County, Ohio Gallia County, Ohio Summit County, Ohio Highland County, Ohio Clark County, Ohio Perry County, Ohio Crawford County, Ohio Harrison County, Ohio Darke County, Ohio Washington County, Ohio Putnam County, Ohio Athens County, Ohio Coshocton County, Ohio Wyandot County, Ohio Jefferson County, Ohio Holmes County, Ohio Defiance County, Ohio Williams County, Ohio Montgomery County, Ohio Jackson County, Ohio Monroe County, Ohio Delaware County, Ohio Lake County, Ohio Hocking County, Ohio Lucas County, Ohio Henry County, Ohio Mahoning County, Ohio Miami County, Ohio Meigs County, Ohio Boone County, Ohio Pike County, Ohio Trumbull County, Ohio Warren County, Ohio Lawrence County, Ohio Licking County, Ohio Kenton County, Ohio Pickaway County, Ohio Logan County, Ohio Ashtabula County, Ohio Wayne County, Ohio Clermont County, Ohio Portage County, Ohio Clinton County, Ohio Tuscarawas County, Ohio Preble County, Ohio Fayette County, Ohio Lorain County, Ohio Ottawa County, Ohio Hamilton County, Ohio Guernsey County, Ohio Belmont County, Ohio Sandusky County, Ohio Union County, Ohio Knox County, Ohio Seneca County, Ohio Richland County, Ohio Greene County, Ohio Madison County, Ohio Scioto County, Ohio Carroll County, Ohio Hancock County, Ohio Erie County, Ohio Franklin County, Ohio Van Wert County, Ohio
Agency info
Ohio Department Of Development
Administers a variety of state and federally funded programs designed to build stronger, healthier communities throughout the state and to support families in need. Offers several programs to help Ohioans pay their utility bills and improve the energy efficiency of their homes.