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Winter Crisis Program (EHEAP) | Jackson-Vinton Community Action

118 South New York Avenue, Wellston, OH 45692

Eligibility
Households with income at or below 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines.
Required documents

Hours
Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm.
Application process
Call 740-384-3722 to schedule your appointment for assistance beginning November 1.
Service area
Jackson County, Ohio Vinton County, Ohio
The HEAP Winter Crisis Program helps income eligible Ohioans that are threatened with disconnection, have been disconnected or have less than a 25 percent supply of bulk fuel in their tank maintain their utility service. The program runs from November 1 until March 31. Ohio households, serviced by a Public Utilities Commission of Ohio-regulated utility, must sign up for the Percentage of Income Payment Plan Plus (PIPP) or another payment plan in order to receive emergency benefits.
Last assured
03/12/2026
Providing organization
Jackson-Vinton Community Action
J-VCA serves as the Community Action agency of Jackson and Vinton Counties and provides services that reduce the impact of poverty.