Summer Heap - Summer Crisis Program | Community Action Council Of Portage County
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 the program 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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Physical Address
1036 West Main Street, Ravenna, OH 44266
Hours
By appointment only. - The program runs from July 1st, 2025 until September 30th, 2025.
Fax
(330) 297-1463
fax | Main Office
Fax
(330) 298-9680
fax | Ravenna Fiscal Department
Website
https://www.cacportage.net
Application process
Appointments begin on Tuesday July 1st, 2025. Call the 24 hour HEAP appointment line or visit https://app.capappointments.com 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to see if an appointment can be made and to schedule an appointment.
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
Portage County, Ohio
Agency info
Community Action Council Of Portage County
Provides supportive services for the low-income population of Portage County. Assists people in becoming more self-sufficient. Provides employment and training services. Offers utility bill payment assistance, efficiency and weatherization programs, and other services.