|
Alternate Name
|
Baltimore County DSS, OHEP; Drumcastle
|
|
Description
|
UTILITY BILL PAYMENT ASSISTANCE
-Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP): Provides MEAP grants to eligible families, renters, roomers, boarders and homeowners toward the cost of heating in the winter and electricity year round. Grant is based on the type of fuel used, household size, household income and annual consumption.
-Electrical Universal Service Program (EUSP): Assists with electric utility bill payment. Client is required to have bill in his/her own name and be on a monthly budget billing plan. Some funds are available for a one time only benefit for past due bill payments.
Applicants can check the status of their submitted MEAP application by visiting www.myohepstatus.org
Baltimore County has a new OHEP emergency line, 410-853-3994, to assist residents in utility crisis. This includes turn off notices, power is off, and other situation that need immediate help.
|
|
|
|
|
|
Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Baltimore County
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Hours Of Operation
|
Applicants can apply 8AM-2PM to see a caseworker, and 8AM-4:30PM to drop off paperwork.
Mon: 8AM 4:30PM
Tue: 8AM 4:30PM
Wed: 8AM 4:30PM
Thu: 8AM 4:30PM
Fri: 8AM 4:30PM
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Eligibility
|
Income Eligibility Limits
Effective July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024
(Based on 200% of the Federal Poverty Level)
Household Size Maximum Gross Monthly Income Standards
1 $2,430
2 $3,287
3 $4,143
4 $5,000
5 $5,857
6 $6,713
7 $7,570
8 $8,427
For each additional person $857
|
|
|
|
|
Languages Offered
|
Accommodations possible.
|
|
Program Fees
|
See notes.
|
|
Application Process
|
Apply online at https://mymdthink.maryland.gov/ or at the OHEP office. Call for additional information.
|
|
Documents Required
|
Copy of photo identity, proof of residence, copies of Social Security cards for all household members (including children), proof of household's total gross income for 30 days prior to application date (from all sources), name of home energy supplier and account number, a copy of the most recent utility bill and a copy of the lease/mortgage statement. Applicants can apply 8AM-2PM to see a caseworker, and 8AM-4:30PM to drop off paperwork. Call for more information.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Programs at this agency
|
Baltimore County Office of Housing
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Adoption
Center for Family Success, Family Support Center
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Project Home
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Foster Care and Adoptions
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, In Home Aide Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Family Preservation Services
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Social Services to Adults
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Temporary Disability Assistance Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Coordinated Entry Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Temporary Cash Assistance Program
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, District Offices
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Flex Fund
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Emergency Assistance to Families With Children
Baltimore County Department of Social Services, Code Blue Shelter
Eastside Family Shelter
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Fax Number
|
410-853-3313
|
|
|
|
|
Main
|
410-853-3385
|
|
Baltimore County OHEP Emergency Line
|
410-853-3994
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Main Email Address
|
ohep.mailrequest@maryland.gov
|
|
Main Contact Name
|
|
|
Main Contact Title
|
|
|
Main Contact Phone
|
|
|
Main Contact Email Address
|
|
|
Director or Senior Administrator Name
|
|
|
Director or Senior Administrator Title
|
|
|
Director or Senior Administrator Phone
|
|
|
|
|
|
Sites offering this Program
|
6401 York Road
|
|