Heap - Summer Crisis Program | Ohio Department Of Development
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: Up to $1,500 for central air conditioning repair; up to $300 for air conditioning units; and/ or up to $100 per fan (maximum two (2) fans. NOTE: The electric utility assistance benefit is separate from the additional benefit for central air conditioner repair and receiving a fan or air conditioner unit. Households may receive the full benefit for bill assistance and also receive an additional benefit (such as central air conditioner repair, air conditioner unit, and/or fan) once per cooling season.
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Physical Address
77 South High Street, 29th Floor, Riffe Center, Columbus, OH 43215
Hours
The Summer Crisis Program is generally available July 1st to September 30th or until funds run out in each community. The Energy Assistance Programs line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To speak with an Ohio Development Services Agency agent call Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 5:00pm.
Application process
An appointment through a local community action agency is required. For more information or to find your local energy assistance program provider call the toll-free Energy Assistance Programs line or visit the website at www.energyhelp.ohio.gov.
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
Licking County, Ohio
Lawrence County, Ohio
Warren County, Ohio
Pike County, Ohio
Trumbull County, Ohio
Meigs County, Ohio
Boone County, Ohio
Mahoning County, Ohio
Miami County, Ohio
Henry County, Ohio
Defiance County, Ohio
Williams County, Ohio
Jackson County, Ohio
Montgomery County, Ohio
Monroe County, Ohio
Delaware County, Ohio
Lake County, Ohio
Hocking County, Ohio
Lucas County, Ohio
Athens County, Ohio
Holmes County, Ohio
Jefferson County, Ohio
Wyandot County, Ohio
Coshocton County, Ohio
Washington County, Ohio
Putnam County, Ohio
Harrison County, Ohio
Crawford County, Ohio
Darke County, Ohio
Summit County, Ohio
Highland County, Ohio
Perry County, Ohio
Clark County, Ohio
Hardin County, Ohio
Shelby County, Ohio
Ashland County, Ohio
Paulding County, Ohio
Fulton County, Ohio
Medina County, Ohio
Gallia County, Ohio
Noble County, Ohio
Mercer County, Ohio
Allen County, Ohio
Adams County, Ohio
Brown County, Ohio
Champaign County, Ohio
Wood County, Ohio
Butler County, Ohio
Auglaize County, Ohio
Morrow County, Ohio
Fairfield County, Ohio
Muskingum County, Ohio
Huron County, Ohio
Stark County, Ohio
Vinton County, Ohio
Marion County, Ohio
Morgan County, Ohio
Columbiana County, Ohio
Logan County, Ohio
Kenton County, Ohio
Pickaway County, Ohio
Portage County, Ohio
Clinton County, Ohio
Tuscarawas County, Ohio
Clermont County, Ohio
Wayne County, Ohio
Ashtabula County, Ohio
Belmont County, Ohio
Union County, Ohio
Sandusky County, Ohio
Hamilton County, Ohio
Guernsey County, Ohio
Ottawa County, Ohio
Lorain County, Ohio
Fayette County, Ohio
Preble County, Ohio
Knox County, Ohio
Richland County, Ohio
Seneca County, Ohio
Greene County, Ohio
Madison County, Ohio
Carroll County, Ohio
Scioto County, Ohio
Hancock County, Ohio
Franklin County, Ohio
Erie County, Ohio
Van Wert County, Ohio
Agency info
Ohio Department Of Development
Administers a variety of state and federally funded programs designed to build stronger, healthier communities throughout the state and to support families in need. Offers several programs to help Ohioans pay their utility bills and improve the energy efficiency of their homes.