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Fuel Assistance and Food Stamps

FUEL ASSISTANCE AND SNAP (FOOD STAMPS)

 

Fuel Assistance Program

 

  • Federally funded program designed to defray the cost of heat during winter months.
  • Operates Nov. 1-April 30.
  • Provides a subsidy for primary heating sources including:  Oil, Electricity, Natural Gas, Propane, Kerosene, Wood and Coal.
  • Applicants may be eligible for assistance even if heat is included in rent.
  • Eligibility and the amount of assistance depends on household gross annual income, housing status, and heating costs. Benefits range between approximately $600-$1100.
  • Some households qualify for extra help if their heating bills last year were very high.
  • May also be eligible for weatherization services, heating system repairs, discount utility rates, and other assistance programs.
  • Documentation needed for the application includes information about income, housing expenses and utility bills.
  • We cannot process your application without all of the required documentation and we are unable to process applications on a walk-in basis.  To apply please call the COA Outreach office at 508 430-7551 to schedule an appointment with Kevin or Rick.

 

SNAP (Food Stamps)

  • The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program/SNAP is a nutrition program for families and individuals that meet certain income and resource guidelines.
  • SNAP benefits help you buy nutritious food for your family.
  • You can be working and still qualify for SNAP benefits.
  • If you qualify for SNAP benefits you can use these benefits to purchase food at most grocery stores, convenience stores and pharmacies.
  • SNAP benefits are accessed with an Electronic Benefit Transfer Card (EBT). SNAP benefits can be used to buy any food product except alcohol, pet food or heated foods.
  • Outreach staff can assist individuals by submitting an application online.  For more information please call Kevin or Rick in the Outreach Office.