Open toolbar WELCOME ABOUT US CHILDREN & FAMILIES HOUSING SENIORS ADULT MEDICAL DAY SERVICES COMMUNITY CONTACT US HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE Effective June 1, 2021, the Allegany County Department of Social Services will be managing the energy assistance program (Office of Home Energy Programs – OHEP) for Allegany County residents. Applications for the new program year’s benefits (begins July 2, 2021), will be mailed to the address on file. You can also apply online and upload required documentation at: http://mymdthink.maryland.gov. For those wanting to print an application, go to: https://www.myohepstatus.org/Home/PdfDownload. Those unable to apply online or print an application can call 301-784-7000. How and When to Apply? Applications are taken year round. Both programs use the same application so you only need to apply once in the program year (July 1 – June 30). Households receiving a benefit the previous program year will automatically be sent an application to reapply. They are mailed on a staggered basis. Households not receiving a benefit the prior program year can call the OHEP office to request an application and appointment. Programs available are Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP) and Electric Universal Services Programs (EUSP). MEAP benefits are for main heating sources: Electric Kerosene Natural Gas Oil Propane Gas Coal or Wood EUSP benefits go toward a household’s current electric service (whose account must be in the applicant’s name); and, in some cases, for past accounts. What Are The Eligibility Guidelines? Households may be eligible if their total 30-day gross income is less than the following guidelines: Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP) Income Guidelines Effective July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 Gross income of all household members must be less than or equal to the following: HOUSEHOLD SIZE GROSS MONTHLY INCOME LIMITS 1 $1,861 2 $2,515 3 $3,168 4 $3,821 5 $4,475 6 $5,128 7 $5,781 8 $6,435 – For each additional person, add: $654/month Who Is Eligible? Retired individuals or couples Working or unemployed persons One- or two-parent families Single individuals Families without children Homeowners Renters who pay their own heat (HUD also) Renters with heat included in rent (HUD renters whose heat is included in rent can be eligible for EUSP only) How and When to Apply? Applications are taken year round. Both programs use the same application so you only need to apply once in the program year (July 1 – June 30). Households receiving a benefit the previous program year will automatically be sent an application to reapply. They are mailed on a staggered basis. Households not receiving a benefit the prior program year can call the OHEP office to request an application and appointment. Application For Energy Assistance (MEAP/EUSP)/Weatherization What Is Needed To Apply? A completed application form Proof of residence and identification Names, birthdates and social security cards for everyone in the household Proof of household’s 30-day gross income Current gas and electric bills, if responsible for Landlord’s name, address and phone number, if renting If you have any further questions, call the Office of Home Energy Programs at 301-777-8550 or email energyassistance@alleganyhrdc.org Allegany County Human Resources Development Commission 125 Virginia Avenue, Cumberland, MD 21502 301-777-5970 301-722-0937 Fax Allegany County Human Resources Development Commission 125 Virginia Avenue, Cumberland, MD 21502 301-777-5970 301-722-0937 Fax Email IT@alleganyhrdc.org with any problems on this web site