HEAP season will soon start with funds available for furnace repairs, heating bills

Posted 22 October 2024 at 9:27 am

Press Release, Orleans County DSS

ALBION – HEAP season begins this year on Nov. 1, with a tentative end date of March 31, 2025.

Applications for furnace repair or replacement are being accepted now. Applications for an emergency other than your heating source will be accepted beginning Jan. 2, 2025 through March 31.

If you are applying for the first time, a phone interview is necessary which can be completed beginning on Nov. 1. Applications will be available Nov. 1 in Albion at the County Office Building, Pathstone, Community Action, or Ministry of Concern; at the Community Center in Holley; or at Lee-Whedon Memorial Library in Medina.

You can apply online for HEAP by visiting www.myBenefits.ny.gov. If you received a benefit through a HEAP case last season you may apply through www.myBenefits.ny.gov or submit your completed application along with necessary documentation to the Department of Social Services, 14016 Rt. 31 W. Albion, NY 14411.

If you are currently a Public Assistance or SNAP recipient you should automatically receive your HEAP benefit through your case. Please be sure your worker has accurate vendor and account information to prevent a delay of your HEAP grant.

For questions or to set up an appointment call (585) 589-3182. Appointments cannot be given before Nov. 1. If you are over age 60, please call the Office for the Aging at (585) 589-3191.

You can find more information about HEAP and other assistance programs by visiting the following website www.myBenefits.ny.gov.