Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)
Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly
5300 Hiatus Road, Sunrise, FL, 33351
Distance: 5 Miles
(954) 745-9779
mathertaylorc@adrcbroward.org
http://www.adrcbroward.org
Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Service Details
Service Description
Assists with an emergency resulting from a delinquent utility bill, lack of fuel or wood, or receiving a shutoff notice. Payments are for home heating or cooling and other emergency energy-related costs during the seasons of heating (October-March) and cooling (April-September). Beneficiaries may receive vouchers for purchasing blankets, portable heaters, and fans. The program can also help pay for repairs to existing heating or cooling equipment or re-connection fees.
Eligibility
Individuals applying for Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program (EHEAP) must be age 60 or over. Must be a United States citizen or a resident alien eligible for Federal Benefits.
Application Instructions
Call for eligibility and a list of documents needed to complete the application. Application completed by appointment only. TTY: (954)745-5689. Visit the website for income guidelines
Required documents: Documented heating or cooling emergency (received a "Past Due," "Final," or "Disconnection" notice) Gross household annual income (must be equal to or less than 150% of the federal poverty guidelines)
Fees
No fee
Business Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00 pm
Area Served
Broward County
Websites
Phone Numbers
Type | Number | Hours |
---|---|---|
ADRC Main | (954) 745-9567 | |
Elder Helpline | (954) 745-9779 | |
Toll-free | (800) 963-5337 | |
Fax | (954) 745-9584 |
Last Update
2/27/2024
Other Locations
This provider does not offer this service at other locations.
Other Services
- Aging and Disability Resource Center
- Area Agency on Aging of Broward County
- ConnectingWithU
- COVID-19 Home Delivery Food
- Enhanced HCE Home Modification Program
- Health and Wellness Classes
- Intake and Screening
- Senior Education and Intervention Program
- SHINE(Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders)
- Statewide Medicaid Managed Care Long Term Care Services
- Uniper Care
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