The Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) is now taking applications.
Please call 2-1-1 Infoline or DSS Energy & Refugee Services Division at 1-800-842-1132 for an application site near you or if you have any energy assistance questions.
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Governor Rell Press Release 7/31/08
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The Connecticut Energy Assistance Program and the Contingency Heating Assistance Program which are administered by the Department of Social Services and coordinated by regional Community Action Agencies, in cooperation with municipal and other non-profit human service agencies is now accepting applications for the 2008-2009 winter energy season. Delivery of heating fuel will begin on November 3, 2008.
This program benefits thousands of homeowners and renters throughout the state. Please check out the services explained on this website to see if you’re eligible for the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program and the Contingency Heating Assistance Program (CHAP).
These services are designed to help offset the winter heating costs of eligible households. The goal is to assist eligible Connecticut residents in maximizing potential energy assistance options so that their health is not jeopardized by the inability to meet heating needs.
General information:
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On behalf of eligible households, the winter heating assistance pays for such heating sources as oil, natural gas, electricity, propane, kerosene, coal and wood.
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Homeowners and renters may apply.
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You can get an indication of whether your household is eligible by checking on:
1. Income level
2. Liquid asset level
- For an income-limit table, followed by the eligibility limits on liquid assets, please click here.
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- Basic benefits of up to $675 for vulnerable households and up to $635 for non-vulnerable households may be available.
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- For an explanation of benefit levels, please click here
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To view the Checklist of Required Documentation For Energy Assistance Programs, please click here (English version), or click here (Spanish version). Applicants should be prepared to submit the necessary, applicable verifications to the energy intake worker at their intake interview.
Households eligible for the winter heating program may also be eligible to receive weatherization assistance. This can help conserve energy and lower heating bills. Please follow this link for more information on the Connecticut Weatherization Assistance Program.
