Beginning July 1, 2010, residents of Clinton County can apply for help paying their summer energy bills.

The Home Energy Assistance Program’s Summer Crisis Program operates in Ohio from July 1 to August 31 or until funds are exhausted.

This program is critical for residents who need help staying cool during extreme temperatures, and Community Action can help by providing payment assistance on air conditioning to eligible families.

The Summer Crisis Program is designed to assist low-income households with an elderly member (60 or older) or a documented medical need for air conditioning. Each household is eligible for up to $175 in payment assistance. Households must also be living at or below 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Line ($44,100 for a family of four).

If you would like more information including all income guidelines please call our office at 937-382-8365.