Pennsylvania Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
Thursday, October 22nd, 2009
The Pennsylvania Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program opens Nov. 2, a month earlier than originally projected.
The state Department of Public Welfare originally considered opening LIHEAP on Dec. 1 due to funding concerns, a recent increase in federal funding will allow it to open Nov. 2.
With local unemployment at its highest in more than 20 years, the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare is expecting increased demand for heating assistance this winter.
Cash grants, available beginning Nov. 2, are based on income, family size, type of heating fuel and region. Cash grants range from $100 to $1,000.
Crisis grants, available starting Jan. 2, are provided to resolve heating emergencies, such as furnace failures or unexpected fuel shortages. These grants range from $25 to $300.
In addition to proof of income and household size, applicants must provide a recent bill or a statement from their fuel dealer verifying their customer status and the type of fuel that they use.
A family of four earning less than $33,075 can qualify. That is down from $44,443 last year.
The season is scheduled to end March 15 but may be shortened or lengthened depending on available funds.
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