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Some Relief from the Heat for Vulnerable Ohioans

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author Mary Kuhlman, Managing Editor

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Wednesday, July 2, 2014   

COLUMBUS, Ohio - The state's Summer Crisis Program is under way, offering some vulnerable Ohioans relief from the heat.

This program provides emergency cooling assistance to qualified individuals age 60 older as well as those with certain medical conditions, such as asthma or lung disease.

Jeffery Diver, chief executive of SELF, the community action agency serving Butler County, said the program aims to reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses in communities.

"Demand has already been very strong," he said. "In fact, before our office opened this morning, we had a line that stretched around our building with people needing assistance."

Summer Crisis Program money can be used for a current electric bill, or to help buy an air conditioning unit or fan. Qualified households do not need a shut-off notice from a utility, but must meet federal poverty guidelines. For a family of four, that means an annual household income of slightly more than $41,000. Those with qualifying medical conditions need a note from their doctor. The Summer Crisis Program runs through Aug. 31.

Diver said high summer temperatures and humidity take a toll on vulnerable populations, and some of the people they are helping already are feeling its effects.

"The individuals in our waiting room, many of them already are coming in with their oxygen tanks to get assistance," he said. "It's sad, because we don't like to see anyone suffering - but it's hopeful, because we're able to help those individuals."

Households served by unregulated utilities with a disconnect notice also are eligible for the program this year. Ohioans can apply for assistance at their local community action agency.


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