Programs
 
 
    Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)
The purpose of CSBG funds are to provide program and administrative funds for a range of services that have a measurable, or potentially measurable, impact on the problems of poverty. In meeting this objective, the local role of CSBG varies among the community action agencies. The program operates January 1 through December 31. CSBG provides CAO with the necessary resources to meet identified needs of the agency and tri-county area that are not funded by other program. Examples of such funding include: Portions of salary and fringe for Administrative staff, County staff, rent, phone and utilities.

http://www.odod.state.oh.us/CDD/OCS/CSBG.htm
    Surrey Square III Project

CAODMU Rehabilitated 7 existing buildings (45 units) and built a 1200 sq ft Activity Center.

These units provide income adjusted rent, $50 minimum security deposits and no application fees. For further information and availability please contact:

Teresa Campbell
291 Surrey Lane
London, Ohio
(740) 852-3218
Residential Programs
 
    Community Connections

Community Connections is for eligible clients who are serviced by Ohio Edison and participating in HWAP, PIPP or Ohio Energy Credit Program.

Program activities include: roof repair/replacement, electrical safety and health repairs, home weatherization, electric furnace repair/replacement, sump pump repair/replacement and Electric hot water tank repair/replacement.

Other CAO programs are used in conjunction with Community Connections for maximum service delivery. 
Elderly Home Repair Program
This program provides minor home repair/maintenance services to qualified seniors homeowners. Priority is given to repairs that focus on health and safety. Services may include: wheelchair ramps, plumbing, electrical repairs, roof repair/replacement and heating unit repair/replacement. This program is linked to other CAO and local programs in an effort to maximize funding efficiency and service provision.

http://www.coaaa.org

Documentation Needed:

  • Proof of income
  • Proof of home ownership
  • Must be 60 or older
Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP)
The purpose of HWAP is to assist low-income households with the conservation of energy through education and home weatherization services. Program activities include: application assistance, estimation/inspection, weatherization services and consumer education. This program is coordinated with other CAO programs and local rehab programs to provide the most comprehensive services.

http://www.odod.state.oh.us/cdd/oee/res_hwap.htm

Documentation Needed:

  • 1 year proof of income
  • Award letter from HEAP (if applicable)
  • Utility Account Numbers
  • Proof of Home Ownership
  • Renters must have landlord approval
    Housing Trust Fund

HTF provides home repairs relating to health and safety issues to home owners who are at or below 35% median income.

This program is coordinated with other CAO and local programs for maximum service delivery.

http://www.odod.state.oh.us/
    Delaware Council for Older Adults (Delaware County Only)
This program provides services to individuals 60 years of age and older who meet eligibility guidelines. The program provides for services that parallel the Elderly Home Repair Program.

http://www.growingolder.org

Documentation Needed:

  • Proof of income
  • Proof of home ownership
  • Must be 60 or older
 
Emergency Programs
 
Documentation Needed for Emergency Programs:
  • Proof of income for 1 month, 13 weeks, and/or 1 year
  • Social Security numbers for everyone in the household
  • Disconnect Notice for gas and/or electric
  • Less than a 10 day supply for a bulk fuel.
  • Case number from the Department of Job and Family Services
  • Heating and electric account numbers
  • Madison County only: water shut off
Care Train of Union County
This program provides assistance for the holiday season to low income seniors, handicap single residents, and families that are in need of help either with gifts and/or food certificate. Individuals qualify if they meet the income guidelines.

Applications are accepted starting in September at CAODMU.

http://www.caretrain.org
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Regular HEAP
This program provides utility bill assistance to eligible households during the three highest heating months (December, January, February). Eligible households will receive assistance in the form of a percentage deduction of their utility bills from a regulated utility company and non-regulated and bulk fuel users will receive a voucher for a pre-determined amount that must be given to their fuel vendor. This assistance is available only once during the winter heating season.

http://www.odod.state.oh.us/cdd/ocs/heap.htm
 
Emergency HEAP
This program provides financial assistance to low-income households that have been disconnected, are in danger of disconnect or have a ten supply or less of bulk fuel. This assistance is available only once during the winter heating season.

http://www.odod.state.oh.us/cdd/ocs/heap.htm
Ohio’s Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP)
PIPP is an extended payment arrangement that requires regulated gas and electric companies to accept payments based on a percentage of the household income. As a part of the Universal Service Fund program enabled by Substitute Senate Bill 3, the Office of Community Services will administer the PIPP for electricity customers.

http://www.odod.state.oh.us/cdd/ocs/pip.htm
Project Safe Community
Community Action Organization of Delaware, Madison & Union Counties (CAODMU) is partnering with eWaves to provide recycled cell phones to the community. This program’s goal will be to distribute the recycled cell phones to members of the tri-county area who are without means to establish phone services

*These cell phones are only able to contact emergency services and are not intended to be used as regular phone services. 
Summer Chore Program (Delaware and Madison Counties Only)
This program helps elderly citizens with minor household chores, such as:
  • Mowing
  • Cleaning Windows
  • Hedge Trimming
  • Picking up yard waste
Summer Cooling Program
This program provides assistance with electric payments and provides air conditioner unit to prevent undo health risk during the summer cooling period. Air conditioners may only be provided one time every 3 years.
Warm Choice
This program is funded by Columbia Gas of Ohio and provides assistance to low-income Columbia Gas customers. The program provides for home inspection, heating unit repair/replacement and weatherization services. This program is coordinated with other CAO and local programs for maximum service delivery.

http://www.columbiagasohio.com/community/service/key.asp

Documentation Needed:

  • Must be a Columbia Gas customer that has received HEAP or be on PIPP.
  • Proof of home ownership
  • Proof of income
  • Renters must have landlord approval
Bartimaeus Fund (Madison County Only)
Created to serve as a clearinghouse for Madison County’s congregational donations to fulfill church missions of assisting those in need.

Funding available on first come first serve basis for rent, utilities and prescription assistance.
Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program (Madison County Only)
This program provides assistance to eligible applicants for rent and/or mortgage assistance to prevent eviction.
Housing Trust Fund Emergency Services (Madison County Only)
This program will provide residents in Madison County with emergency rent, utility and mortgage payments to prevent eviction, foreclosure and utility shut off to households at or below 35% of area median income for Madison County.

http://www.odod.state.oh.us/
Salvation Army Utility/Emergency Assistance (Madison County Only)
Utility Assistance is available through Heat Share after E-HEAP funds are no longer available. This assistance is for Columbia Gas customers only that have not been assisted by Emergency HEAP in the current program year. Emergency assistance is available for low-income households in need of medical assistance, food, shelter and other miscellaneous services.
    United Way of Madison County (Madison County Only)
Two areas of assistance are provided through UW. Utility assistance is available during the period when E-HEAP does not operate. Water bill assistance is available to prevent disconnect or provide reconnection.

http://www.unitedwayofmadisoncounty.com/