|
For seniors on fixed incomes and other customers, energy expenses can be a financial burden. The Energy Assistance Program is designed to help income-qualifying households cover their energy costs. If you believe you qualify for this program we encourage you to establish your income eligibility through the Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP). To learn more about the application process, please contact Waupaca County Economic Assistance at 800-922-2393 to schedule an appointment.
How to Apply
During the months of October to April, Energy Assistance personnel are at the Clintonville Community Center on:
December 15, 2017
December 29, 2017
January 12, 2018
January 26, 2018
February 9. 2018
February 23, 2018
March 9, 2018
March 23, 2018
April 6, 2018
April 20, 2018
If your gross income for your household is less than the amount shown on the following chart, you might be eligible to receive assistance. Households must complete a Home Energy Plus application through the local WHEAP agency.
|
Income Guidelines for the 2017 - 2018 Home Energy Plus Program Year
|
| Household Size |
Three Month Income
|
Annual Income
|
| 1 |
$6,650.25 |
$26,601
|
| 2 |
$8,696.25 |
$34,785 |
| 3 |
$10,742.50 |
$42,970 |
| 4 |
$12,788.75 |
$51,155 |
| 5 |
$14,835.00 |
$59,340 |
| 6 |
$16,881.21 |
$67,525 |
| 7 |
$17,264.75 |
$69,059 |
| 8 |
$17,648.50 |
$70,594 |
The Home Energy Plus Program uses a previous three month income test which is annualized to determine program income eligiblity.
Types of assistance available through WHEAP
Heating Assistance
WHEAP assistance is a one-time payment during the heating season (October 1 to May 15). The funding pays a portion of the heating costs, but is not intended to cover the entire cost of heating a residence.
Electric Assistance
This non-heating assistance is a one-time benefit payment during the heating season.
Crisis Assistance
A household may be eligible for crisis assistance if you have no heat, have received a disconnect notice from the heating vendor, or are nearly out of fuel and do not have the money to purchase more.
There is also non-emergency or proactive crisis services that include providing information on how to reduce fuel costs, counseling on budgeting and money management, providing payments to a fuel supplier and co-pay agreements.
Furnace Assistance
WHEAP emergency heating system assistance can provide services to eligible home owners if the furnace or boiler stops operating during the heating season. Heating system assistance includes payment for repairs, or in some situations your residence may qualify for a total replacement of a non-operating furnace or boiler. Call the local energy assistance office immediately if you are experiencing a no-heat situation at 1-715-258-6820.
|