Erie County residents who have a documented loss of income relating to the Covid-19 pandemic and have fallen behind on their utilities, as a result, are eligible to apply.
A completed application and the following documentation are needed:
– Proof of Covid-19 Related Loss of Income
– Copy of government-issued Photo ID for head of household
– Proof of 1 Month’s Current Income
– Notice of Past Due Rent/Mortgage
– Proof of Address
– Past Due Utility Bill (Account must be in name of applicant)
– Identification for all other Household members
For more information, contact Brandi L. Haynes, Director of Emergency & Family Services:
Phone: 716.881.5150 ext. 4772
Email: bhaynes@caowny.org
WE ARE HERE TO HELP.
Community Action Organization
Phone: 716.881.5150
Covid-19 Crisis Questions
How can I continue my child’s education with the schools being closed? Learn more Head Start / Early Head Start Online Learning
Can I get help obtaining food? Learn more Emergency & Family Services
What do I do if I can’t pay my utility bills? Learn more Emergency & Family Services
Where can I find activities for my kids to do while their home? Learn more Youth Services
I, or someone I love, has an addiction issue, where do I find help? Learn more Drug Abuse Research & Treatment (DART)
Be Safe During Covid-19
Follow these steps (CDC guidelines) to help keep you and others safe:
Stay home
Practice social distancing
Wash your hands often
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
Clean and disinfect household surfaces
Cover your coughs and sneezes
