Home Energy Assistance

The Ohio Development Services Agency and Warren County Community Services Inc. (WCCS), will help income-eligible Ohioans stay cool during the hot summer months. The Home Energy Assistance Summer Crisis Program provides eligible Ohioans assistance paying an electric bill or assistance with an air conditioner. The program runs from July 1 until Aug. 31.

To apply for the program, customers are required to schedule an appointment and bring the following documentation:

■ a copy of their most recent energy bill

■ proof of income for the last 30 days or 12 months for each household member 18 years or older

■ self-employment is required to provide 12 months of income with IRS 1040 and a self-employment form (pick up a form prior to your appointment)

■ seasonal employment is required to provide 12 months income; pay stubs, printout from employer or seasonal employment verification form (pick up a form prior to your appointment).

■ picture ID for primary applicant, social security cards for all household members,

■ proof of citizenship for all household members

■ physician documentation that cooling assistance is needed for a household member’s health (if there isn’t a household member over the age of 60).

■ renters: a copy of a lease or notarized statement from the landlord

■ section 8, HUD housing need a copy of the worksheet if applicable

■ food stamp letter

The Summer Crisis Program assists low-income households with a member, age 60 years or older or households that can provide physician documentation that cooling assistance is needed for a household member’s health. Conditions can include lung disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) or asthma.

For more information, call 1-866-747-1042 or visit www.energyhelp.ohio.gov.

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