As heating oil prices continue to rise and households face the highest home energy costs of the season, Community Action in Aroostook, Washington and Hancock Counties is urging residents to apply for heating assistance as soon as possible if they have not already done so.
Community Action is pleased to announce that Washington County locations have now been added to Walk-In Wednesdays, making it even easier for residents to get help. Community members may now walk in without an appointment on Wednesdays at the following sites: Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center, 163 Main St. in Baileyville, and the Machias Town Office, 17 Stackpole Drive.
Walk-In Wednesdays run every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. through May 27. Walk-in services are also available at Community Action Customer Service Centers in Madawaska, Presque Isle, Houlton and Ellsworth during the same hours.
“Waiting to apply can mean higher out-of-pocket heating costs during the most expensive part of the season,” Kelli Casey, program coordinator, said. “These new Washington County locations help ensure more households can access assistance when they need it most.”
For those who cannot visit during Walk-In Wednesdays, applications may also be completed by phone with an intake specialist at 207-764-3721, Ext. 1 or online.
Applications are being accepted through May 29, but applying early is strongly encouraged. Individuals planning to attend Walk-In Wednesdays are encouraged to review the list of helpful paperwork to bring by visiting www.acap-me.org.