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2009 - 2010 Energy Season:

  • An early start for Energy Applications was approved for August 3rd this year.
  • As of December 28th we have processed 8,213 applications and 5,640 have been approved for an award.

2009 - 2010 Wx (Weatherization) Program:

  • CAANH has completed 80% of our goal for weatherizing homes.
  • Note - participation in Wx requires prior certification for Energy assistance.

2008 - 2009 Program Successes:

  • During our Energy season, 14,914 individual applications were taken, serving approximately 35,000 families in the New Haven area.
  • 12,217 of those individuals were eligible for Energy assistance
  • Only 2,662 applications were denied either because they were over the income guidelines or because they had incomplete documentation

According to the data released from the Department of Social Services (DSS) on May 26, 2009. The Community Action Agency of New Haven (CAANH) serviced more people this year than ever before.  In fact, CAANH is the third highest ranking Community Action Agency in the state to achieve these numbers.

Our Weatherization program achieved its 08-09 goals as well.

Energy Assistance

Energy Assistance Program - is a state and federally funded program which assists families in the New Haven region with fuel expenses. Applications are processed for town residents of New Haven, Hamden, West Haven, East Haven, and North Haven. This program is designed to provide Energy Assistance to individuals and families who meet the federal poverty guidelines with their primary source of heat. The program is accessible through intake sites scattered throughout New Haven and the inner ring of suburbs, and can also be accessed through New Haven Senior Cafes.

Energy Assistance

CAANH Energy Assistance program helps people who meet federal poverty guidelines with their heating bill. We make direct payments to companies providing natural gas, propane oil, wood or electric. Click this link for a listing of our Energy Intake Sites.

Agency Hours and Contact Information:

Schedule an appointment to apply for Energy Assistance:

Monday - Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Please call 203-387-7700 or visit our location at 781 Whalley Ave. New Haven, CT 06515.

Operation Fuel

Operation Fuel is a private, non-profit statewide program designed to provide one-time emergency energy assistance to those households who are in crisis and whose income is between 150% and 200% of the Federal Poverty Guideline and up to 100% of the State Median Income.

A. Basic benefits for homeowners and renters who pay separately for heat:

A vulnerable household may receive more basic benefits than a non-vulnerable household. A vulnerable household may be eligible for up to $925 in basic winter heating benefits this winter, compared to $885 for a non-vulnerable household. Minimum benefit level is $650.

Up to $925 in winter heating assistance for 'vulnerable' households (Households which have one or more members who are elderly (age 60 or older), or who have a disability, or are under the age of 6.)

Up to $885 in winter heating assistance for non-vulnerable households(Households with no member who is elderly, age 60 or older), or who has a disability, or who is under the age of 6.)

A range of basic benefit levels are built into Connecticut's winter heating assistance program. Once a household applies and is determined eligible for the program, the level of benefits is determined. The exact level of basic benefits is determined by your household's income, the number of members, and whether there is a 'vulnerable' household member. Households with lower income levels are eligible for higher benefits.

B. Basic benefits for renters whose heat is included in the rent:

From $425 to $455 in winter heating assistance

This level applies to households which do not make direct vendor payments for winter heating; in other words, renters whose heat is included in their rent, and who pay more than 30% of their gross income toward rent

Weatherization

This program is designed to increase the energy efficiency of homes and thereby reducing energy costs. This is a free program for those individuals or families who qualify. Those who qualify will be connected with a contractor who will perform the home weatherization.

To see if you meet the program requirements call Community Action Agency of New Haven at 203-387-7700.