Eye on fuel aid: Demand for energy assistance likely to be up this winter

T he early onset of seasonably cool temperatures is expected to result in a greater demand for home heating assistance, officials with the Washington County Department of Social Services said.

“My guess is the demand is going to be greater this year because it’s been cold already,” said Paula Reid, director of the home energy assistance program (HEAP) in the county.

Fortunately county residents looking for some help heating their homes this winter can expect a little more help than last year.

HEAP-eligible [...]

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