Klarides-Ditria: Heating, water assistance deadline extended

New Online Application Available for Heating and Water Assistance, Deadline Extended for 2021-2022 Season The state recently launched a new online application for heating and water assistance programs that help income-eligible Connecticut families pay their utility bills.  Eligible residents can now apply for the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) and the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) through a joint online application that is available at ct.gov/heatinghelp/apply. The state also extended the deadline for households to apply for benefits for the 2021-2022 season to June 30, 2022. Additionally, for qualifying households that use oil or propane, the state will pay for fuel deliveries through May 31, 2022. CEAP is a federally funded program that provides winter heating assistance to more than 75,000 income-eligible households every year. Eligible families can receive between $410 to $1,015 in basic benefits alone. Families may also be eligible for matching payment plans, protection from shutoffs, and replacement or repairs for heating equipment and water heaters. Both homeowners and renters are eligible, and assistance is available for natural gas and electric heat, as well as deliverable fuels like oil and propane. LIHWAP provides water assistance to the same families who are eligible for CEAP, and eligible families can receive up to $1,000 in household water and wastewater benefits. The programs are administered through local Community Action Agencies (CAAs) across the state. In addition to applying online at ct.gov/heatinghelp/apply, residents can also contact their local CAA with additional questions or to apply for assistance in-person or over the phone. (Click here to find CAA contact information.) To apply online for CEAP or LIHWAP, visit ct.gov/heatinghelp/apply.  Read on CT.gov

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Rochelle: Deadline extended to apply for help paying last winter's heating bill

Connecticut residents who need some support paying last winter's home heating bill have until June 15 to apply for financial aid through Connecticut's Energy Assistant Program. Residents who need help paying their winter energy bill are encouraged to apply, regardless of whether their home is heated through electricity, natural gas, or a deliverable fuel. 

If the household's primary heat source is electricity or natural gas, the payment will be sent directly to the utility company. 

Home heating benefits are available for households with incomes up to 60% of the state median income (currently, $37,645 for a single person and $72,394 for a household of four). Payments are issued directly to fuel vendors and utility companies on behalf of eligible households.

Applicants should contact the Community Action Agency serving their region or partnering intake sites around the state. 

TEAM, Inc., is the Community Action Agency serving Ansonia and Derby. To apply, call TEAM at 203-736-5420.  

If you do not live in or around Ansonia/Derby, call 2-1-1 or visit www.ct.gov/staywarm to find the application site nearest you. In response to the COVID-19 public health emergency, households will also be advised how to complete applications remotely through a mail-in process or over the phone. 

Read the full announcement here.

This is a press release from state Rep. Kara Rochelle's office. She represents the 104th District.

Klarides-Ditria: Operation Fuel funds several assistance programs

Operation Fuel is the country’s oldest fuel fund, and is focused on providing year-round emergency energy assistance to every city and town in Connecticut. 

They are the primary source of energy and utilities assistance for low- to moderate-income households who are struggling financially and have exhausted other options.

Operation Fuel fills the gap for our state’s most vulnerable residents – children, senior citizens, working families, and people with chronic medical conditions.

Operation Fuel offers programs for individuals and families, including:
Direct bill payments up to $700 for all energy sources: electric, gas utilities, deliverable fuels, oil, propane, kerosene, pellets and wood;
Direct bill payments of $250 for water utility in Aquarion and CT Water, up to $500 in MDC territories; and
Grants for repair/replacement up to $5,000 for energy efficient furnace, boiler, and water heaters.

For the past 43 years, Operation Fuel has provided $2.48 million in emergency energy assistance to more than 5,464 Connecticut households, serving 18,725 children, adults and families!

If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, please don’t wait. Go to the Operation Fuel website to apply for winter aid, or for more information on these important programs.

Residents may apply to TEAM for energy assistance starting Aug. 1.

DERBY - Energy assistance is a program that helps people having difficulty paying the cost of heating their home. 

Through an intake and assessment process, Energy Assistance staff determine how TEAM and its services can best help lower energy costs. The goal of this program is to keep households warm and safe during the winter months.

Now is the time to think about applying to TEAM Inc. for assistance with winter heating costs. Families and individuals seeking financial help to offset their winter heating bills may apply beginning Aug. 1.

Applicants are deemed eligible based on review of their total household gross income, such as job earnings, unemployment compensation, social security, pension etc.; household size; and liquid assets. 
If an applicant is approved for assistance, TEAM will make a direct payment to their home utility heating provider or will pay for one or more fuel deliveries, based on eligibility, starting in November.

Both homeowners and renters who are residents of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Derby, Milford, Orange, Oxford, Seymour, Shelton, and Woodbridge can apply for energy assistance from TEAM. 

To schedule an appointment with TEAM Energy Assistance, please call 203-736-5420 and follow prompts for Energy Assistance, or email energy@teaminc.org. 

TEAM Inc. is a private, 501(c) 3 non-profit corporation whose mission is to strengthen our community by educating, supporting and empowering individuals and families. 
TEAM programs serve the communities of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Derby, Milford, Naugatuck, Orange, Oxford, Shelton, Seymour, Waterbury, and Woodbridge.

For more information about TEAM Inc., visit us at www.Teaminc.org.


This is a press release from TEAM.

Applications open today for TEAM assistance with winter heating costs

DERBY- Now is the time to think about applying to TEAM for assistance with winter heating costs. 
Families and individuals seeking financial help to offset their winter heating bills may apply beginning Aug. 1, 2018.
Families and individuals may qualify for help if they fall below these income limits: $24,280 for a household of one, $32,920 for a two-person household, $41,560 for a three-person household, $50,200 for a four-person household.

Applicants are deemed eligible based on review of their total household gross income, such as job earnings, unemployment compensation, social security, pension etc.; household size; and liquid assets. 
If an applicant is approved for assistance, TEAM will make direct payments to their home heating provider.
Both homeowners and renters who are residents of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Derby, Milford, Orange, Oxford, Seymour, Shelton, and Woodbridge can apply for energy assistance from TEAM.

To schedule an appointment with TEAM Energy Assistance, please call 203-736-5420 and follow prompts for Energy Assistance, or in Milford, 203-783-3253; Woodbridge, 203-389-3429; Orange, 203-891-4787, and Bethany, 203-393- 2100, ext.124.


TEAM Inc. is a private 501(c)3 non-profit corporation whose mission is to strengthen our community by educating, supporting and empowering individuals and families. 
TEAM programs serve the communities of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Derby, Milford, Naugatuck, Orange, Oxford, Shelton, Seymour, Waterbury, and Woodbridge.

This is a press release from TEAM, Inc.

TEAM offers assistance with home heating costs

TEAM in Derby to offer energy assistance to residents of 10 area towns

DERBY - Families and individuals seeking financial help to offset their winter heating bills may apply to TEAM for assistance.

Families and individuals may qualify for help if they fall below these income limits: $34,366 for household of one, $44,940 for a two person household, $55,514 for a three person household, $66,089 for a four person household.

Applicants are deemed eligible based on review of their total household gross income, such as job earnings, unemployment compensation, social security, pension etc.; household size; and liquid assets, as shown through bank statements. 

If an applicant is approved for assistance, TEAM will make direct payments to their home heating provider. 

Both homeowners and renters who are residents of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Derby, Milford, Orange, Oxford, Seymour, Shelton, and Woodbridge can apply for energy assistance from TEAM.

To schedule an appointment with TEAM Energy Assistance, call 203-736-5420 and follow prompts for Energy Assistance, or in Milford, 203-783-3253; Woodbridge, 203-389-3429; Orange, 203-891-4787, and Bethany, 203-393-2100, ext.124.

This is a press release from TEAM Inc., a private 501(c) 3 non-profit corporation whose mission is to strengthen our community by educating, supporting and empowering individuals and families. 

DeLauro visits with TEAM clients, staff in Derby

U.S. Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro speaks during a visit Monday to TEAM, Inc. offices in Derby. She met with clients to learn how proposed cuts to the federal Low Income Heating Assistance Program would affect their families.

Cassetti applauds Ansonia plumbing business on its 100th anniversary

Pictured from left, Craig Mann, fourth generation, Craig Mann, third generation, Idela Mann, Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti. /Contributed photo

ANSONIA - Mayor David S. Cassetti Thursday presented a proclamation to Ralph Mann & Sons, Inc., a plumbing and heating company, 505 Main St., for being in business for 100 years.  

The company held an open house for its customers.

TEAM in Derby offers help with heating bills

DERBY - Families and individuals seeking financial help to off-set their winter heating bills may apply to TEAM for assistance.

Families and individuals may qualify for help if they fall below these income limits: $33,880.70 for household of one, $44,305.54 for a two-person household, $54,730.37 for a three-person household, $65,155 for a four-person household.

Applicants are deemed eligible based on review of their total household gross income, such as job earnings, unemployment compensation, Social Security, pension, etc.; household size; and liquid assets, as shown through bank statements. 
If an applicant is approved for assistance, TEAM will make direct payments to their home heating provider. 

Both homeowners and renters who are residents of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Derby, Milford, Orange, Oxford, Seymour, Shelton, and Woodbridge can apply for energy assistance from TEAM.

To schedule an appointment with TEAM Energy Assistance, please call 203-736-5420 and follow prompts for Energy Assistance, or in Milford, 203-783-3253; Woodbridge, 203-389-3429; Orange, 203-891-4787, and Bethany, 203-393-2100, ext.124.

This is a press release from TEAM, Inc., a private, 501(c)3  non-profit corporation whose mission is to strengthen our community by educating, supporting and empowering individuals and families. 
TEAM programs serve the communities of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Derby, Milford, Naugatuck, Orange, Oxford, Shelton, Seymour, Waterbury and Woodbridge.