Energy Assistance Season Nears
Beginning October 2, 2023, Energy Assistance Program applications for the 2023-2024 season will be available. Our program provides income-qualified households in Daviess, Greene, Knox and Sullivan Counties with a one-time benefit toward their home’s primary heat source. Household income limits are available on our website https://www.pacecaa.org/energy-assistance.
Last season, approximately 3,800 households in our service area received assistance totaling over $2,230,000. Additionally, approximately $45,000 from the Duke Share the Light Program was awarded and $248,000 was awarded to households for water assistance. Funds for water assistance are not available this season.
Clients from the 2022-2023 heating season will receive an application in the mail. New clients will find applications online, in our drop boxes (525 N. 4th St. Vincennes; 2103 Cosby Road Washington; 53 SE 1st St., Linton; 1130 Section St., Sullivan), or at all of these county’s libraries except the Knox County Public Library. Clients may also apply on-line from our website https://www.pacecaa.org/energy-assistance.
The following items are required in order for us to process applications and for customers to receive a benefit: (1) a completed application, (2) social security cards for all household members, (3) photo ID for the individual completing the application, (4) proof of income for all adults or children receiving social security, and (5) current full electric and heating bills.
The amount of assistance a household receives is based on a point system and not on the amount of the utility bill. One-time benefits can range from approximately $250 to $950. Additional funds are available for those in crisis disconnect situations. Households that have a disconnect notice, whose utility has been shut off or is low in fuel must submit a complete application. It can take up to 10 days to process applications in crisis.
Lisa Ritterskamp, Client Services Manager, said, “Households who find themselves struggling to pay electric or heating costs should apply for assistance. Many times, financially challenged families must choose between food, rent, medical needs, or keeping their utilities running. Our program helps households by not only providing a financial benefit but, educating and providing some items to help individuals save energy in their home.”
To support individuals that need additional assistance completing an application, Pace will host an “Application Assistance Event” in all 4 counties and each month at designated libraries. Review our website for additional information. www.pacecaa.org
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