Applications for the Home Energy Assistance Program will be accepted by local departments of social services beginning on Tuesday, November 13th. More than $372 million in assistance is available to help older adults and low-and middle-income New Yorkers heat their homes this winter. A household can receive a one-time regular HEAP benefit of up to $726 if they are eligible. Eligibility is based on income, household size and how the home is heated. A family of four can have a household income of up to $55,178 a year, or $4,598 a month, and still qualify for help. The program is 100% federally funded. Last year, 52,107 Southern Tier residents took part in the program.
