Winter heating bill assistance -deadline to apply is Nov. 13, 2015

The Virginia Department of Social Services offers assistance to low-income households to offset heating fuel costs.

The 2015 deadline for Fuel Assistance applications is Nov. 13.

Fuel Assistance — Offsets Heating Fuel Costs

When to Submit an Application

Applications are accepted from the second Tuesday in October until the second Friday in November.

Eligibility Requirements

• Household applying must be responsible for heating costs
• For a complete list of eligibility requirements, refer to the manual below.

How to Apply

• Option 1: Screen for eligibility and/or apply online through CommonHelp
• Option 2: Bypass eligibility screening and submit an application manually. Fill out the appropriate application below and return it to your local department of social services:
  • Fuel Assistance Application (PDF)
  • Fuel Assistance Application (Spanish) (PDF)

When to Expect Eligibity Determination

Applicants should expect notification of their eligibility in late-December

For more info, click here.  Also available:

Crisis Assistance — Applies to Heating Emergencies

Cooling Assistance — Applies to Cooling Utility Bills & Equipment

Weatherization Assistance — Applies to Energy efficiency & Air Filtration

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