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Dutchess County Office For The Aging

Community Resource

Serves: Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County

About this resource

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is a federally funded initiative designed to help qualifying households manage their energy expenses. Eligible participants can receive one regular HEAP benefit each program year and may qualify for emergency HEAP assistance if they are at risk of depleting their fuel supply or having their utility services disconnected. The Regular HEAP benefit for the 2024-2025 season became available on November 1, 2024, while the First and Second Emergency benefits are set to launch on January 2, 2025. Additionally, the Heating Equipment Repair and Replacement benefit commenced on October 1, 2024, and the Cooling Assistance Benefit is expected to open on April 15, 2025.

Intake Procedure: Call for Information

Fees: None/Not Applicable

Who can use this

  • Regular HEAP: Low-income families, individuals aged 60 and older, and those with permanent disabilities receiving Food Stamps, TANF, or SSI; Emergency HEAP: Low-income families and individuals facing emergencies related to furnace repair or replacement.

Get in touch

Phone
(845) 486-2553
Website
www.dutchessny.gov/Departments/Aging/Office-for-the-Aging.htm
Address
114 Delafield Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Poughkeepsie, New York
Hours
Agency requests client call for details

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