Crisis Fuel Assistance

Crisis Fuel Assistance can help you with a heating crisis during the winter months (generally the end of November through early April.) If your household income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level and you are experiencing a crisis (e.g., you are out of fuel or very close to running out of fuel and have no funds to buy more), this program may be able to help.

If you’re eligible, Crisis Fuel Assistance may help you to:

• Purchase the primary source of your heat (e.g., electricity, kerosene, natural gas, oil, propane, or wood)
• Purchase electricity if it’s required to run your heating system Have your furnace repaired or replaced
• Negotiate payment plans
• Work with your electric or natural gas company to prevent disconnection

Do not wait until you have completely run out of fuel to apply as fuel dealers often charge a special trip fee for emergency deliveries. The program will not cover you if fuel has already been delivered or the furnace work has been completed.
This program is handled directly by Southeastern Vermont Community Action (SEVCA) if seniors would like to contact them directly.