UC Energy Assistance Still Available; Now Digital Applications
UCHRA officials concerned that a transition to a digital application process has contributed to a decrease in enrollment for a regional energy assistance program. UCHRA Deputy Director LaNelle Godsey said the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, known as LIHEAP, underwent a significant change this year that requires residents to apply online. Godsey said the […]
UCDD Dashboards Detail Impact Of Regional Services
UCDD Officials highlighted the growing reach of regional community programs as officials reviewed quarterly impact data during Wednesday’s meeting. Executive Director Mark Farley said the agencies utilize dashboards to track the effectiveness of services ranging from senior healthcare assistance to housing and economic development. Farley said the Aging Department recently assisted 4,104 individuals with Medicare […]
Energy Assistance Program Sees Changes For Winter
Two changes coming to the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program this fall. UCHRA Deputy Director LaNelle Godsey said the LIHEAP program helps low income people pay for electricity, natural gas, and propane. Godsey said the program start date has been pushed back a month from October to November. Godsey said the program also now […]
UCHRA LIHEAP Program for Low-Income Families
UCHRA’s LIHEAP program working with low-income families to keep utility bills paid. LIHEAP stands for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. UCHRA assists families struggling to meet financial deadlines for their energy bills by contacting and working with utility vendors directly to get those bills paid. Community Services Director Lanelle Godsey said this program is […]
UCHRA Program Helps With Energy Bills To Keep Your Home Warm
Cold temperatures serve as a good reminder that help is available through UCHRA’s heating program. Community Services Director TaShana Hooks said the LIHEAP program helps low income families keep their homes warm. “We have funds available for regular assistance, and we have funds for crisis assistance,” Hooks said. “In order to get our crisis assistance, […]
UCHRA Rolling Out New Water Assistance Program Next Year
UCHRA will introduce a new water assistance program to the region this new year. Community Services Assistant Director Megan Spurgeon said similar to its air and heating program, Upper Cumberland residents could receive relief for water bills. “We can now use this water program to address water needs and wastewater needs of our communities,” Spurgeon […]
UCHRA Utility Program Could Help With Bills
UCHRA’s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program could be an assist to residents struggling to pay utility bills in the wake of COVID-19. Community Services Manager TaShana Hooks said customers could receive up to $650 in financial aid. “I know we’ve got a lot of people that are up for disconnections right now,” Hooks said. […]
