Provides qualified residents with a no-cost, top-to-bottom home energy assessment that will identify the root causes of any drafts, inconsistent temperatures, heating and cooling system failures, and where a home may be wasting energy. NYSERDA offers several energy assessment programs that make it easy and affordable for owners of one-to-four family homes to take control of their energy bills and live more comfortably.

The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helps low-income people pay the cost of heating their homes.

Office for Aging processes applications for the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) which provides certification services to Broome County residents 60+ yrs or disabled persons <60 yrs on SSI or SSD who meet income guidelines for financial assistance with energy costs. HEAP program is headed by Broome County Department of Social Services. OFA also provides referrals for fuel or utility emergencies.

•Provide information and referrals

•Collaborate with other human services agencies, churches, service groups, etc.

•Provide limited financial assistance, when funds are available

•Help individuals learn to use community resources

•Donations are always welcomed

For more information please contact Deanna Esz at our Geneva office

The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) program is designed to provide financial assistance to eligible households with their winter heating costs. The Office for the Aging assists people who are 60 and over or are disabled with their HEAP. A one time benefit is applied directly toward winter's fuel costs. In order to receive a HEAP benefit, income guidelines must be met and the person must pay to heat the residence. Referrals can be made to address heating and electric emergencies.

Provides undesignated temporary financial aid to low income people and families for daily necessities.

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

The HEAP Program usually opens the first week in November of each year and continues through the heating season.

If your gross monthly income is at or below the income guidelines listed below, you may be eligible to receive help with your heating costs. If you are 60 years of age, and think you may be eligible, you may call 518-270-2738 after November 1st to obtain more information.

Eligible households may receive only one regular HEAP benefit each season.

Eligible households may also receive an emergency benefit.

Additional benefits for emergency situations may be available, depending on the household's circumstances.

Regular Benefits

Renter's Benefit: HEAP Eligible renters with heat included in their rent may receive a standard renter's benefit, which will be paid directly to the household.

Heater's Benefit: HEAP Eligible homeowners or renters who pay for heat directly to a vendor separately from the rent may receive a heater's benefit. This must be paid to the fuel vendor.

Ineligible Living Situations

Residents in the following living situations cannot receive HEAP:

Homeless

Includes Section 8 and other rent subsidies based on the tenant's income

Institution

Public/subsidized housing with heat included in rent

Residing in a Congregate care facility

Roomers/borders in private residences

Temporary Hotel/Motels

Emergency financial assistance for households with children to assist with a one time emergency payment for utilities, home heating fuel and other emergencies depending upon approval of the Department of Social Services Supervisor.

Programs offered include: Budget Billing, Deferred Payment Agreements, Extra Security Plan, Good Neighbor Fund, Life Support Equipment Program, Help During Hospitalization, and Third Party Notification.

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