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How to apply for Cuyahoga County HEAP Administering Agency — Home Energy Assistance + Winter Crisis (Cuyahoga County)

Cuyahoga County Community Action Partnership + CHN Housing Partners — coordinate HEAP/PIPP+/Winter Crisis Program delivery for Cuyahoga County.

Who it's for

Ohio HEAP for Cuyahoga County residents is administered through community action partners + CHN Housing Partners. Standard HEAP (175% FPL ~$26,355 single) + PIPP+ (ongoing year-round 6%-of-income utility plan) + Winter Crisis Program (Nov-March emergency tier, up to $750). Apply via energyhelp.ohio.gov, by calling 1-800-282-0880, at Cuyahoga Job and Family Services, or at the local administering agency.

Cuyahoga HEAP delivery via Cuyahoga Community Action Partnership + CHN Housing Partners. Layers HEAP + PIPP+ + Winter Crisis.

What you'll need

Proof of Cuyahoga County / Ohio residency
Photo identification
Proof of age 60+ or 65+ (where applicable)
Proof of household income (where applicable)

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-800-282-0880

Renewals

annual

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