COOLING ASSISTANCE
The Cooling Program provides purchases or repairs of cooling equipment and/or payment for electricity to operate cooling equipment. To be eligible a household must be income eligible and contain at least one vulnerable individual who is age 60 or over, disabled, or under the age of 6.
2020 Assistance
Per new guidelines for Cooling Assistance, you will not need to provide a copy of your Utility Bill. You must provide an accurate account name and number on your application. These applications will be accepted June 15th through August 17th, 2020. Due to COVID-19, we are encouraging applicants to submit their applications online at www.commonhelp.virginia.gov or by phone at 1-855-635-4370.
If a paper application is required, please call 434.799.5040 to request one be sent to you. A self address stamped envelope will be provided for you to return by mail. Requested paper applications will be mailed out to customers on June 15, 2020.
COOLING ASSISTANCE CRITERIA
Household must include a Child under the age of 6, an individual 60 or older, an individual determined disabled by Social Security or a Veteran on 100% Disability
INCOME LIMITS
Household Size
| Gross Income Limit
|
|---|
| 1 | $1383 |
| 2 | $1868 |
| 3 | $2353 |
| 4 | $2839 |
| 5 | $3323 |
