Summer Heap - Summer Crisis Program | Jefferson County Community Action Council
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: Potentially up to $1,500 for central air conditioning repair. Residents who have not received an air conditioner from the agency in the last three (3) years can request a unit. Electric box fans will also be distributed. Residents who have received air conditioners in the past three (3) years may be eligible for a fan. Distribution of air conditioners and fans will be subject to availability.
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Physical Address
114 North 4th Street, Steubenville, OH 43952
Hours
Call the 24-hour Energy Assistance Appointment line to schedule an appointment. - The program runs from July 1st, 2025 until September 30th, 2025.
Voice
Fax
(740) 282-8361
Application process
- Appointments begin on Tuesday July 1st, 2025. Call the Energy Assistance Appointment Line or visit the website at https://jeffersoncountycac.itfrontdesk.com 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to see if an appointment can be made and to schedule an appointment. - For more information about the features of the Summer Crisis Program and what is needed to apply, call the office at 740-282-0971, extension 200.
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.
Languages
None.
Service area
Jefferson County, Ohio
Agency info
Jefferson County Community Action Council
Provides a wide range of services to address the needs of low-income residents of Jefferson County. Major programs include: HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program), HWAP (Home Weatherization Assistance Program), WIOA (Education and Employment Opportunities), Ohio Means Jobs One Stop Center, and Emergency Services (assistance with basic needs).