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  • Winter Crisis Program available for Ohioans

    Winter Crisis Program available for Ohioans

    The Winter Crisis Program is a special component of the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) and is administered by community action agencies throughout Ohio. Heating assistance for income eligible Ohioans is available November 1 through March 31.

    Ohioans with a household income at or below 175 percent of the federal poverty guidelines that are facing disconnection, have been disconnected or have less than a 25 percent supply of bulk fuel in their tank are eligible for the program.

    Who is eligible for the Winter Crisis Program?

    Ohioans with a household income at or below 175 percent of the federal poverty guidelines that are facing disconnection, have been disconnected or have less than a 25 percent supply of bulk fuel in their tank are eligible for the program.

    Size of Household Total Household Income 12 Months
    1 up to $25,515
    2 up to $34,510
    3 up to $43,505
    4 up to $52,500
    5 up to $61,495
    6 up to $70,490
    7 up to $79,485
    8 up to $88,480

    For households with more than eight (8) members, add $8,995 for each additional member.

    A household applying for HEAP must report total gross household income for the past 30 days (12 months preferred) for all members, except wage or salary income earned by dependent minors under 18 years old. Both homeowners and renters are eligible for assistance.

    Learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply here.

  • Heating Assistance Available

    Heating Assistance Available

    Clermont County, Ohio – The Ohio Department of Development and Clermont Senior Services want to remind senior citizens in Ohio that assistance is available to help with their home energy bills. The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helps Ohioans at or below 175 percent of the federal poverty guidelines pay their heating bills.

    Applied directly to the customer’s utility or bulk fuel bill, the benefit can help manage heating costs. Senior citizens may go to their local Area Agency on Aging office for help with assembling the required documents and completing their HEAP application.

    Senior citizens may also visit www.energyhelp.ohio.gov to apply online or to download a copy of the application.

    When applying, individuals need to have copies of the following documents:
    • Most recent utility bills
    • A list of all household members (including birth dates and Social Security numbers)
    • Proof of income for the past 30 days for all household members (12 months for certain income types)
    • Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency for all household members
    • Proof of disability (if applicable)

    HEAP benefits are applied to an individual’s energy bill after January 1st. Applications for the HEAP program must be received by May 31, 2023.

    For more information or assistance with applying for a HEAP benefit, contact Clermont Senior Services at 513-724-1255

    To be connected to your local Energy Assistance provider, call (800) 282-0880 (hearing impaired clients may dial 711 for assistance) or visit www.energyhelp.ohio.gov.

  • Ohio’s Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

    Ohio’s Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

    The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is a federally funded program that provides eligible Ohioans assistance with their home energy bills. This one-time benefit is applied directly to the customer’s utility bill or bulk fuel bill.

    Am I Eligible for HEAP?

    Ohioans with a household income at or below 175 percent of the federal poverty guidelines are eligible for the program.

    For July 2021-May 2022, the income levels are:

    Size of HouseholdTotal Household Income 12 Months
    1up to $22,540
    2up to $30,485
    3up to $38,430
    4up to $46,375
    5up to $54,320
    6up to $62,265
    7up to $70,210
    8up to $78,155

    For households with more than eight (8) members, add $7,945 for each additional member. A household applying for HEAP must report total gross household income for the past 30 days (12 months preferred) for all members, except wage or salary income earned by dependent minors under 18 years old. Both homeowners and renters are eligible for assistance.

    How do I Apply?

    Complete an application

    For more information

    To learn more call (800) 282-0880
    For the hearing-impaired dial 711

  • Emergency Home Energy Assistance Programs (E-HEAP)

    Emergency Home Energy Assistance Programs (E-HEAP)

    E-HEAP is a winter heating program that operates from November 1 to March 31. The program can assist a household if eligible with a one time payment of up to $350.00 for wood or coal, $600.00 for oil or propane for bulk fuel you must have a 10 day or less supply. Households that heat with natural gas or electric and have a disconnect notice the maximum benefit is $175.00. You must meet Federal Income guidelines and provide required documents to qualify.

    REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

    • Picture ID
    • Proof of income for the past 13 weeks (3 months) for all household members 18 years and older
    • Current electric bill & disconnect notice
    • Heating bill – last receipt from oil or propane company
    • Social Security cards and birth dates for all household members
    • Copy of Birth Certificate
    • If your heat is included in your rent you must provide a letter from landlord stating you control your own thermostat
    • Landlords name, address & phone number
    • If no income you must have a notatized statement
    • If renting you must bring a copy of lease

    E-HEAP – SUMMER CRISIS PROGRAM

    Operates from July 1 to August 31.

    The Summer Crisis Program allows income eligible households to apply for a one time payment on their electric bills and/or one Air conditioner providing you’ve not received one in 3 years, up to $175.00. To be eligible for the Summer Crisis program you must have a medical condition that can be certified by a Physician or have a household member 60 years or older. The Summer program operates with the same guidelines as the E-HEAP. In addition to the documentation requested for E-HEAP you will need to provide a statement from your Physician verifying your medical condition.

    In Clermont County, Ohio call for an appointment or more information please call the E-HEAP staff at (513) 732-2277 ext. # 3.

    In Hamilton County, Ohio call 513.569.1850 for more information and to schedule an appointment.

    For Warren County, Ohio Call Toll Free: 1-866-747-1042. Available 24 hours/7 days a week in all areas.

    You may also receive help thru The Ohio Department of Development with the regular Home Energy Assistance Program. The E-HEAP office has these applications and the ODOD may also send you one thru the mail. These applications are sent back to Columbus to process, if you are eligible the amount of your benefit will depend on federal funding levels, how many people live with you, total household income and the primary fuel you use to heat your home.

    For more information on this program you may call 1-800-282-0880 or your local office number above.