LAKE COUNTY JOB AND FAMILY SERVICES: PRC: UTILITIES | LAKE COUNTY JOB AND FAMILY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

Provides payment assistance for gas, electric, fuel oil, water/sewer payments (CAP of $1000.00 on utility assistance), to prevent disconnection, to install, or to reconnect a utility that has been shut off. Includes security deposit if required to install or reconnect an existing utility.

Data provided by

Lifeline Lake County 211

Physical Address

177 Main Street, Painesville, OH 44077

Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Voice

(440) 350-4483

Main | PRC application desk

Fax

(440) 350-4399

Application process

If client has not made a payment within the last 90 days they will be required to make a payment of 10% of the minimum amount due within 10 days of the PRC application. Note: Gas/electric bill payment assistance is not available during the WINTER CRISIS PROGRAM season, November 1 to March 31, no exceptions). PRC total amount is $2,000.00. No face to face interviews on Wednesdays. Applications may be submitted on Wednesdays, urgent need will be determined at time application is completed. Must call the office or apply in person to determine eligibility for assistance. Application processing time normally 10 days.

Fee

None.

Eligibility

Must be the primary custodian or legal guardian of at least one minor child. Must be employed. Sixty (60) day residence requirement. Household income within 200% of federal poverty guidelines. Clients requesting PRC must apply and enroll in the PIPP program @ Lake County Lifeline (excludes City of Painesville for electric).

Languages

International Service Center acts as a clearinghouse for interpreters; two Spanish speaking individuals on staff in office.

Agency info

LAKE COUNTY JOB AND FAMILY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

Improves the well-being of Ohio's workforce and families by promoting economic self-sufficiency and ensuring the safety of Ohio's most vulnerable citizens