Home Energy Assistance Program
Heating Assistance
Assistance provided through the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services in partnership with the Area Office on Aging. Applications for the HEAP program must be received by May 31, 2027.
Heating Assistance Available for Adults 60+
Older Ohioans can receive assistance with their home energy bills through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) who are living at or below 175% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines for a household of up to seven members and 60% of State Median Income for a household of eight or more members to pay their heating bills.
The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services and the Area Office on Aging want to remind older Ohioans that assistance is available to help with their home energy bills. The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helps Ohioans at or below 175% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines for a household of up to seven members and 60% of State Median Income for a household of eight or more members to pay their heating bills.
Applied directly to the customer’s utility or bulk fuel bill, the benefit can help manage heating costs. Please contact us for help with assembling the required documents and completing their HEAP application. You may also visit www.energyhelp.ohio.gov to apply online or to download a copy of the application.
When applying, individuals need to have copies of the following documents:
- Most recent utility bills.
- A list of all household members (including birth dates and Social Security numbers).
- Proof of income for the past 30 days for all household members (12 months for certain income types).
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency for all household members.
- Proof of disability (if applicable).
Income levels are:
Size of Household | 12-Month Income Limit 175% FPG | 30-Day Income Limit 175% FPG |
|---|---|---|
1 | $27,930 | $2,295.62 |
2 | $37,870 | $3,112.60 |
3 | $47,810 | $3,929.59 |
4 | $57,750 | $4,746.58 |
5 | $67,690 | $5,563.56 |
6 | $77,630 | $6,380.55 |
7 | $87,570 | $7,197.53 |
Applications for the HEAP program must be received by May 31, 2027.
For more information or assistance with applying for a HEAP benefit, contact us today at 419-382-0624!
To locate your local Energy Assistance Provider, visit www.energyhelp.ohio.gov.
Area Office on Aging
of Northwestern Ohio, Inc.
The Area Office on Aging provides you and your loved ones with the quality services that allow you to be as independent as possible; empowering you to live your life to the fullest.
The Area Office on Aging 2155 Arlington Avenue Toledo, Ohio 43609