For all those who did not qualify for LI HEAP, there will possibly be a MI-HEAP as of October. Under the current guidelines, a single person would have to earn less than $22,512 to qualify for LI-HEAP and a family of four would have to earn no more than $43,308. With the proposed MI-HEAP guidelines, a single could earn up to $30,391 annually and a family of four can earn up to $58,465 annually. The program is run by the National Energy Assistance Directors' Association. Those who qualify will receive one-time assistance of $800.
According to Legislator Ed Romaine, "Too many county residents are falling through the cracks." We agree. Check out the story about the proposed MI-HEAP program.
Another resource for heating help is The United Way's "Project Warmth". For more details, call (631)940-3757.
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