Home heating assist programs available

Number in household — Maximum monthly income

1 — $1,827.75

2 — $2,390.08

3 — $2,952.42

4 — $3,514.75

5 — $4,077.17

The doors are open at the Mid-Columbia Community Action (CAP) offices for the heating assistance season. Appointments are now being offered to those with a senior (60 years or older) or a disabled person in the household, and for Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and the Oregon Energy Assistance Program (OEA), as well as several local utility and discount programs.

Bring the following to your appointment:

Social Security numbers for everyone and ID for all adults in household

Income verification for the 30 days prior to your appointment, or the past full month

Most recent heating and electric bill

Hood River County residents can call 541-386-4027 to make an appointment or for more information. The office is located at 205 Wasco Loop, Suite 101, behind Walmart. Wasco and Sherman County residents can call 541-298-5131. The Dalles office is located at 312 E. Fourth St. Those in smaller surrounding communities are also encouraged to call.