Utility Assistance

Heating and cooling a home for a family on a fixed income can be difficult. OIC administers the Ohio Department of Development's Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) to help Clark County families with home energy costs. The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is a federally funded program that provides eligible Ohioans assistance with their home energy bills.

Public Service Announcement:The Summer Crisis Program (SCP) began on June 1st and will end September 30th.

How do I apply?

Pick Up an application at the HEAP Drive-thru or download and print a copy by using the button link provided (to the right).
Call the Automated Appointment Line to schedule an appointment.
Drop-off completed application and all required documentation to the HEAP Drive-thru 24 hours BEFORE your scheduled appointment.

APPOINTMENT LINE:
937-342-3186

Drive-thru Location:
600 W. Main St.,
Springfield, Ohio 45504
Monday- Friday 8:00a - 5:00p

(Excluding Holidays)

After hours drop-slot is available through the slot located on the HEAP building which is adjacent to the drive-thru (@600 W. Main St.).

Questions can be emailed to: HEAP@oicofclarkco.org

If you would like to apply for assistance online, complete your application at: energyhelp.ohio.gov click the link to download a copy of the Energy Assistance Program application in (English or Spanish).

Applications can also be found at your Local Energy Assistance Provider, local libraries, county departments of Job and Family Services, and Area Agencies on Aging.

Summer Crisis Information-PSA

Summer Crisis, HEAP, PIPP & Water Application

Self Declaration of Income

Client Appeal Process

Below is a list of providers and programs that can help you manage your utility bills and improve your home’s energy efficiency:

Local energy assistance providers:
AES Payment Options: https://www.aes-ohio.com/payment-billing

Columbia Gas of Ohio Payment Options: https://www.columbiagasohio.com/bills-and-payments/payment-options

First Energy Payment Options: https://www.firstenergycorp.com/help/billingpayments.html

Vectren Payment Options: https://midwest.centerpointenergy.com/assistance

Clark County Weatherization Program: https://clintoncap.org/weatherization or call 937-324-2971