Thanks to temporary funds provided by the State, Community Action Wayne/Medina is able to assist Wayne and Medina County residents with rent, utilities, water, and sewage affected by Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Qualifications
Income-eligible Ohioans threatened with a utility disconnection may qualify for assistance with water, gas, or electric payments. Community Action Wayne/Medina administers the Home Energy Winter and Summer Crisis programs (HEAP, E-HEAP, SCP), Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP), and a water assistance program.
Qualifications include:
- Qualified for unemployment, reduction in household income, or increase in household expenses related to COVID-19.
- Facing eviction or late notice from their landlord.
- Experiencing imminent homelessness or housing stability.
- Threatened with disconnection of utilities.
- Must be able to prove financial hardship is a result of COVID-19 (reduction of income or increase in expenses).
- 80% Area Median Income (AMI), based on 12 months’ income or 30 days. Rental arrears and past due utility amounts from March 13, 2020, may be paid only if there's a pandemic-related hardship.
Income Guidelines
| Number in Household | Medina County | Wayne County |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $47,850 | $44,900 |
| 2 Members | $54,650 | $51,300 |
| 3 Members | $61,500 | $57,700 |
| 4 Members | $68,300 | $64,100 |
| 5 Members | $73,800 | $69,250 |
| 6 Members | $79,250 | $74,400 |
| 7 Members | $84,700 | $79,500 |
| 8 Members | $90,200 | $84,650 |
INFORMATION AND APPLICATION
If you would like additional information about the Rent & Utility Assistance Program, please call or email:
- Wooster Office: 330-264-8677
- Medina Office: 330-723-2229
- Email: HomeRelief@cawm.org
If you would like to apply for assistance please make an appointment by calling 330-431-9333 or clicking the button below:
