Massachusetts Heat Assistance Applications Closing Soon

Applications for the Massachusetts state heat assistance program, known as HEAP, close this Thursday at the end of the month. Liz Barabi, head of the South Coast non-profit Citizens for Citizens, stated that the organization helps connect households to the program. The deadline for seeking help with winter heating bills is approaching. High fuel costs are a factor for households seeking assistance. High fuel costs are impacting citizens, prompting a push for connection to the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). The program helps households manage rising energy expenses. More than 180,000 people have applied for the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) so far this year. Barabi noted that the funding may not cover a household's entire winter heating bill due to astronomical costs. The current application count is being reported as of Thursday.