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Low-Income Heating Assistance - USA
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by Katy Shevel 9 years, 6 months ago
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- The recent economic crisis, paired with spiking fuel prices, has caused a large increase in the number of families and individuals in need of low-income heating assistance.
- In response to the greater demand for heating and energy assistance, many state and national programs have been increasing their eligibility criteria, making low-income heating assistance available to a wider range of incomes. (http://www.thecaap.org/pdfs/08EnergyReport.pdf)
- However, this makes it more difficult for the families with the lowest incomes to get the increasing assistance they need. This may also create problems if resources shrink due to future budget decisions in Congress, when the amount of money that can be allocated to low-income heating assistance decreases despite the recent increase in individuals relying on that
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Government
- US Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Community Services partners with states, communities and agencies to eliminate causes of poverty, increase self-sufficiency of individuals and families and revitalize communities. Our social service and community development programs work in a variety of ways to improve the lives of many.
- Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program: The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps keep families safe and healthy through initiatives that assist families with energy costs. We provide federally funded assistance in managing costs associated with: Home energy bills, Energy crises, and Weatherization and energy-related minor home repairs. LIHEAP can help you stay warm in the winter and cool in the summer through programs that reduce the risk of health and safety problems that arise from unsafe heating and cooling practices.
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Low-Income Heating Assistance - USA
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