As temperatures begin to fall, Gesher wants to remind people that heating assistance is available to eligible households through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
Winter Crisis Program (WCP)
Starting November 2, 2015 until March 31, 2016, the HEAP Winter Crisis Program will provide assistance to eligible households that are threatened with disconnection, have been disconnected or have less than a 25 percent supply of bulk fuel.
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
HEAP helps eligible low-income Ohioans meet the high costs of home heating. If you are eligible for assistance, the amount of your one-time HEAP benefit wilI depend on federal funding levels, how many people live with you, total household income, and the primary fuel you use to heat your home. In most cases, the one-time benefit will be a credit applied to your energy bill by your utility company (or fuel vendor).
In 2014 Gesher assisted more than 70 families through energy assistance programs and saved over $57,000 in total.
| Size of Household | Annual Income | Monthly Income |
| 1 | $20,597.50 | $1,716.50 |
| 2 | $27,877.50 | $2,323 |
| 3 | $35,157.50 | $2,930 |
| 4 | $42,437.50 | $3,536 |
| 5 | $49,717.50 | $4,143 |
| 6 | $56,997.50 | $4,750 |
| 7 | $64,277.50 | $5,356 |
| 8 | $71,557.50 | $5,963 |
| For each additional household member | add $7,280 | add $606 |
Individuals interested in receiving Winter Crisis assistance must have a face-to-face interview. Please call 216 862 4599 or email info@geshercleveland.org for more information or to schedule an appointment.
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