Hello again!

We're just about done with the heat outside our homes, now it's time to think about heating inside our homes. Residents who received fuel assistance last year should have received a renewal application by now. As of the time this is being written, Self Help has not worked out how they will get the applications distributed in their area. Stay tuned, I should have an update on that fairly soon.

Because of physica1 distancing restrictions, we'll be processing applications a little bit differently this year.  Instead of calling me to make an appointment, I’ll ask people to call me and we can review the list of documents to be sure everything necessary has been gathered and is  included. Once we've determined all necessary documents are included, I’ll ask that the papers and app1lcation are dropped off at the senior center in place of doing a face to face meeting. I’ll make the copies, send those and your application along and return your original documents to you. (Please be sure your application is signed!!)

As a review, here are the documents needed. Please remember, not all  of these are going to apply to every person. If they do apply to you, please be sure to include them in what is dropped to the senior center. Applications and documents will be submitted as is so please ensure all information is included.

Photo Identification

Socia1 Security cards for all members of the househo1d

Income verification (Social Security letter; 4 weeks of most recent paystubs if working) Interest income, dividend income, annuities, etc. for all members of househo1d over the age of 18

Rent or Housing costs

Mortgage (principal, interest) statement or bill showing costs Property tax bill

Homeowners Insurance—front page of policy showing cost of policy Lease or rental agreement

Property owner's name, address and phone number (landlord if renting) Heating company bill

Electric bill

Thank you for bearing with us as we find new ways to provide services! We're making adjustments to ensure everyone is helped as safely as possible.