<div>Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) Director Matt Damschroder announced recently that the Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program, offering one-time help with home heating bills to income-eligible Ohioans is now accepting applications. The program runs through March 31, 2027.“The Winter Crisis Program is available for families facing a shut-off or running low on fuel,” said Director Damschroder. “If you are struggling with your energy bill, assistance may be available.”The Winter Crisis Program helps Ohioans who are facing service disconnection, have already been disconnected, need to establish new service, or must pay to transfer service. It also supports households with 25% or less of bulk fuel in their tank so they can maintain service.To qualify, a household must have a gross annual income at or below 175% of the federal poverty level. For a family of four, that is $57,750.Last year, the program helped more than 73,000 Ohio households, providing $25.5 million in benefits.Ohioans can start an application online, but they must schedule an appointment with their local energy assistance provider to complete it. Depending on the agency, appointments may be in person or by phone. The application and a list of providers are available at energyhelp.ohio.gov.Applicants should bring copies of the following to their appointment:Their most recent energy billsA list of all household members and proof of income for the last 30 days.Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency for all household membersProof of disability, if applicableHouseholds served by a utility regulated by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio must sign up for the Percentage of Income Payment Plan or other payment plan if they still have an outstanding balance on their utility bill after receiving assistance.For more information about the Winter Crisis Program and what is needed to apply, or to be connected with a local energy assistance provider, visit energyhelp.ohio.gov.About the Ohio Department of Job and Family ServicesThe Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) develops and supervises the state’s public assistance, workforce development, unemployment insurance program, adult protective services, and child support programs. ODJFS strategies ensure the most efficient, effective delivery of services and programs through seamless alignment with, and support of, the Governor’s priorities.</div>

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Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) Director Matt Damschroder announced recently that the Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program, offering one-time help with home heating bills to income-eligible Ohioans is now accepting applications. The program runs through March 31, 2027. “The Winter Crisis Program is available for families...

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Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) Director Matt Damschroder announced recently that the Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program, offe

Winter Crisis Program to help Ohioans keep the heat on now open

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