The Ohio Department of Development, in collaboration with the Kno-Ho-Co-Ashland Community Action Commission, is offering heating assistance to help families manage energy costs during the winter months. Starting November 1, eligible Ohio residents can apply for one-time aid through the Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program.
This program supports those facing service disconnection, individuals needing to establish new service, and households with less than 25 percent of bulk fuel remaining. To qualify, a household’s gross annual income must be at or below 175 percent of the federal poverty level, which is $56,262.50 for a family of four.
Last year, over 73,000 households benefited from this initiative, receiving $25.5 million in total aid. Lydia Mihalik, director of the Ohio Department of Development, said: “We’re proud to show up for Ohioans when they need us most, especially when Ohio winters create challenges for individuals and families.” She emphasized that the program aims to keep people safe and warm during winter…