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

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 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.

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211 Summit

Physical Address

427 Chapman Lane, Elyria, OH 44035

Hours

Beginning Thursday July 3rd, 2025: Tuesday and Thursday: 8:00am to 11:00am and 12:30pm to 3:30pm. - The program runs from July 1st, 2025 until September 30th, 2025.

Voice

(440) 245-1870

voice | Questions about an existing application.

Fax

(440) 457-0337

fax | Main office

Voice

(888) 245-2009

voice | Administrative

Application process

Beginning Thursday July 3rd, 2025: Walk in for service during designated times.

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

Lorain County, Ohio

Agency info

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.