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Summer Heap - Summer Crisis Program | Lorain County Community Action Agency

Resource Name:Summer Heap - Summer Crisis Program | Lorain County Community Action Agency

Lorain County Community Action Agency - Lorain County Office On Aging Satellite Office In Elyria

address

534 Abbe Road, Elyria, OH 44035

Barrier Free Restrooms|Designated Parking|Lowered Elevator Controls|Wheelchair Accessible Building (ramps & main entrance doors).

Eligibility

  • Serves residents of Lorain County, age 60 and over who are not comfortable making an online appointment.
  • 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 (1) of the following additional eligibility requirements:
-- 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.

Required documents

Details about documents needed is available by visiting the website. Documents needed include:
  • Proof of income for each household members age 18 years of age or over for the last 30 days. Income includes: Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Income (SSDI), Social Security, Pension, Alimony, Wages, Self-employment, Unemployment, and so forth. Any member reporting “no income” must complete a no income form.
  • Copies of most recent electric and gas bills.
  • A list of all household members, including Social Security numbers and birth dates.
  • Proof of United States (U.S.) citizenship/legal residency for all household members. Documents that are accepted to prove U.S. citizenship/legal residency include: Social Security card, birth certificate, U.S. Passport, naturalization paper/certification of citizenship, permanent VISA, or INS ID Card.
  • Proof of medical condition if applicable (documentation signed by a licensed physician or registered nurse practitioner).

Hours

Beginning Wednesday July 1st, 2026: Monday - Friday from 8:00am to 11:00am and 12:30pm to 3:30pm.
  • The program runs from July 1st through September 30th.
(888) 245-2009

Voice

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voice | Administrative

(440) 245-1870

Voice

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voice | Questions about an existing application

Languages

None.

Application process

Beginning Wednesday July 1st, 2026: Walk in for service during designated times. NOTE: This location is for older adults age 60 and over who are not comfortable making an online appointment.

Fees

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.

Service area

Lorain County, Ohio
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. May also provide 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 LCCAA 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.

Last Verified

07/09/2026

Providing organization

Lorain County Community Action Agency
Works to eliminate the causes of poverty and improve the overall quality of life for citizens of Lorain County. Services include Head Start, Pathways Hub, Home Energy Assistance Program, and Produce Center.

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