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Provides a limited number of air conditioners that will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. This is an income based program, that requires proof of income, social security card, and birth certificate for verification. Persons 60 and older do not need to have Dr.'s statement but persons under 60 do need a statement, that their health would benefit from having air conditioning.
Provides financial assistance for individuals and families who are currently homeless including rental assistance, deposits for security and utilities, emergency supplies of food, clothing, furniture, appliances, and other housing start-up items.

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At Risk/Homeless Housing Related Assistance Programs
General Appliance Provision
Food Vouchers
Rental Deposit Assistance
Rent Payment Assistance
General Clothing Provision
General Furniture Provision
Homeless People
Utility Deposit Assistance
Provides assistance to qualified individuals and families. Assistance available includes: - Auto Insurance - Liability up to four (4) months coverage. - Car Repair - Not regular maintenance. - Driver's Education Classes. - Employment Related Expenses. - GED Incentive. - Emergency Hot Water Tank Repairs or Replacement. - Emergency Furnace Repairs or Replacement. - Emergency HVAC Repairs. - School Fees. - Pest Removal Services. - Property Taxes - ½ year delinquent or longer.

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Furnaces
Automotive Repair and Maintenance
General Pest Control Services
Work Clothing
Tools/Equipment
Education Related Fee Payment Assistance
Home Rehabilitation Grants
Water Heaters
Work Related Fee Payment Assistance
Transportation Expense Assistance
Property Tax Payment Assistance
Offers low-cost new and gently used building items for home improvement or construction.

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General Appliance Provision
Building Materials/Supplies Donation Programs
Low Cost Building Materials/Supplies
General Furniture Provision
Large Appliance Pickup/Recycling Programs
Furniture/Home Furnishings Donation Programs
HWAP is a residential energy efficiency program that reduces energy use by reducing air infiltration and heat loss in homes. CenterPoint Energy Home Weatherization Program - includes upgrading insulation or if needed installing a new natural gas furnace.

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Water Heaters
Weatherization Programs
Furnace Maintenance/Repair
Offers home repairs and rehabilitations to income-eligible Lorain County homeowners. Repairs may include roofs, water heaters, furnaces, A/C, electric panel, electrical, ADA modifications, plumbing, and more. The Home Repair Program provides no-cost upgrades and fixes for qualified homeowners. This grant-funded program requires no repayment by the homeowner. The Home Rehabilitation Program offers more extensive repairs and upgrades for homes. Assistance will be in the form of a declining-forgivable loan. There is no monthly payment, and no interest will be charged. No credit check is needed. 100% of the amount borrowed will be forgiven over (5) years provided owner continues to own and occupy the home. NOTE: Funding varies from year to year and might not always be available.

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Home Rehabilitation Loans
Water Heaters
Home Rehabilitation Grants
Furnaces
Home Barrier Evaluation/Removal Services
Home Maintenance and Minor Repair Grants/Loans
Provides used minor and major appliances, furniture, and kitchenware, as items are donated.

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Small Kitchen Appliances
General Furniture Provision
General Appliance Provision
Low cost building materials/supplies, used furniture, and appliances available based on donations received.

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Low Cost Building Materials/Supplies
General Appliance Provision
General Furniture Provision
Provides home repairs and rehabilitations for income eligible homeowners. Repairs may include plumbing, electrical, roof, gutters, furnace, ADA modifications, water heater, electric panel and other health and safety needs. The Home Repair Program provides no-cost upgrades and fixes for qualified homeowners. This grant-funded program requires no repayment by the homeowner. The Home Rehabilitation Program offers more extensive repairs and upgrades for homes. Assistance will be in the form of a declining-forgivable loan. There is no monthly payment, and no interest will be charged. No credit check is needed. 100% of the amount borrowed will be forgiven over (5) years provided owner continues to own and occupy the home. NOTE: Funding varies from year to year and might not always be available.

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Home Rehabilitation Loans
Water Heaters
Home Rehabilitation Grants
Home Barrier Evaluation/Removal Services
Furnaces
Home Maintenance and Minor Repair Grants/Loans
Electric Partnership Program helps to improve the electric efficiency of eligible households. Performs in-home audits and installs appropriate electric energy efficiency measures to reduce electric usage. Community Connections program provides and in-home engergy use evaluation and energy saving home improvements such as appliance testing and possible replacement and energy education. Energy efficiency kits containing LED light bulbs, night lights, smart strips and furnace whistles).

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Plumbing Maintenance/Repair
Community Action Agencies
Occasional Emergency Food Assistance
Energy Use Audits
General Furniture Provision
Furnace Maintenance/Repair
Utility Service Payment Assistance
General Appliance Provision
Discounted Gas Service
Baby Furniture
Grocery Ordering/Delivery
Weatherization Programs
Senior Centers
General Benefits and Services Assistance
Diaper Donation Programs
Air Conditioners
Personal/Grooming Supplies
Discounted Electric Service
Community Wellness Programs
Provides a variety of goods to individuals and families in need including gently used clothing, toys, appliances, household goods, and furniture. There will also be a grocery giveaway.

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Holiday Gifts/Toys
Food Pantries
General Furniture Provision
General Appliance Provision
General Clothing Provision
The Home Energy Assistance Summer Crisis Program (HEAP Summer Crisis Program), assists eligible applicants with an air conditioner and/or central air conditioner repairs one time every three years to prevent undue health risks during the summer season to those who qualify, from July 1st - August 1st only. Visit https://wocap.org/emergency-services/summer-crisis-program/ to schedule an appointment online. The Medical Eligibility Form is also available at the link, and are available at the front desk of all West Ohio CAP locations.
Electric Partnership Program helps to improve the electric efficiency of eligible households. Performs in-home audits and installs appropriate electric energy efficiency measures to reduce electric usage. Community Connections program provides and in-home engergy use evaluation and energy saving home improvements such as appliance testing and possible replacement and energy education. Energy efficiency kits containing LED light bulbs, night lights, smart strips and furnace whistles).

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Plumbing Maintenance/Repair
Community Action Agencies
Occasional Emergency Food Assistance
Energy Use Audits
General Furniture Provision
Furnace Maintenance/Repair
Utility Service Payment Assistance
General Appliance Provision
Discounted Gas Service
Baby Furniture
Grocery Ordering/Delivery
Weatherization Programs
Senior Centers
General Benefits and Services Assistance
Diaper Donation Programs
Air Conditioners
Personal/Grooming Supplies
Discounted Electric Service
Community Wellness Programs
Provides utility bill assistance, central air repairs, or air conditioning units or fans to eligible households.

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Home Rehabilitation Grants
Air Conditioners
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Fans
Provides a public retail outlet that sells new and used surplus, donated building materials, appliances, and furniture. Most items are priced 40%-80% lower than retail.

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Thrift Shops
General Appliance Provision
General Furniture Provision
Low Cost Building Materials/Supplies
Provides financial assistance to reconnect or maintain home heating services for eligible households once per heating season. Generally assists with a payment up to: - $175 for PUCO regulated companies. - $750 for non-PUCO regulated utilities (such as a municipal utility). - $1,200 for those who use bulk fuel (oil, propane, kerosene, or bottled gas). - $650 for coal, wood or solid fuels. - $1,500 in heating unit repairs or replacements.

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Electric Service Payment Assistance
Furnaces
Gas Service Payment Assistance
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Fairfield County 211 partners with organizations in the community to act as a central intake point for some services. These programs are not listed online as they require a 211 referral. Call 211 to find out more about additional services that may be available including: *Clothing Vouchers (general, school clothing, and work boots) *Cleaning Products *Appliance and Furniture Vouchers *Laundry Vouchers

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Laundry Vouchers
School Clothing
General Furniture Provision
General Appliance Provision
Work Clothing
General Clothing Provision
Cleaning Products
Provides assistance to improve energy efficiency of home and reduce energy costs. May be able to provide the following: * New energy efficient furnace * New hot water tank * Insulation * New refrigerator * Repair safety issues * LED lightbulbs

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Refrigerators
Water Heaters
Furnaces
Weatherization Programs
Provides utility bill assistance, central air repairs, or air conditioning units or fans to eligible households.

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Home Rehabilitation Grants
Air Conditioners
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Fans
Provides fans for individuals to cool their homes during summer months. Supply is based on the number of fans donated by the public. Callers should check back periodically to see if any fan pickup dates have been added. Automated line.

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Fans
Electronics/Small Appliance Donation Programs
The Home Energy Assistance Summer Crisis Program (HEAP Summer Crisis Program), assists eligible applicants with a fan one time every three years to prevent undue health risks during the summer season to those who qualify, from July 1st - September 30 only. Visit https://wocap.org/emergency-services/summer-crisis-program/ to schedule an appointment online. The Medical Eligibility Form is also available at the link, and are available at the front desk of all West Ohio CAP locations.
Provides payment aid once per heating season to consumers who have been disconnected or received a shut-off notice, or service that needs started, or have 25% or less supply of bulk fuel (fuel oil or propane). To receive assistance, households served by a state-regulated utility must also sign up for a payment plan, such as the Percentage of Income Utility Plan (PIPP). Program can also pay for furnace repair and space heaters. Can also pay for furnace repair and space heaters through this program.

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Gas Service Payment Assistance
Utility Deposit Assistance
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance
Electric Service Payment Assistance
Heaters
Works to address the unique needs of individuals with physical and/or developmental disabilities. Provides tangible items like sheets, towels, hygiene items, clothing, school supplies, cleaning, and other household items that are not typically provided by other organizations or sources. - Does NOT award cash, pay rent or utilities, or give gift cards.

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Small Kitchen Appliances
Kitchenware
People With Disabilities/Health Conditions
School Supplies
Bedding/Linen
Personal/Grooming Supplies
Cleaning Products
This program that helps with winterizing a home. Provides help in reducing utility costs through attic, wall and basement insulation. May include replacement or repair of heating systems. May also replace older refrigerators, stoves and ovens with more energy efficient and safe appliances.

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Weatherization Programs
Appliances
Furnace Maintenance/Repair
Water Heater Maintenance/Repair
Program provided by Ohio Development Services Agency is designed to help qualified households pay for summer cooling. This program applies to electric utilities only and is available from July 1 through Sep. 30 and provides one-time payment assistance. This emergency assistance may be used to keep electricity connected and/or allow for the receipt of a window air-conditioning unit and/or fan. Air conditioners or fans may be available to qualifying households if they have not received an a/c unit or fn in the past 3 years. Maximum benefit amount is $350 for PUCO regulated electric companies and $400 for non-PUCO electric suppliers (Co-Op) applied as payment the household's electric bill. The cost of the a/c and/or fan must be factored in and cannot exceed the maximum total benefit after paying the electric bill for these households.

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Utility Service Payment Assistance
Air Conditioners
Fans