Households living at or below 60% of median income are eligible for assistance with fuel bills.  Assistance is usually available between November 1 and March 31. 

The Weatherization Program is administered by the New York State Department of State as a means of improving the heating efficiency to produce fuel savings in the homes of low income, elderly and disabled persons.  Eligibility for the Weatherization Program is based on the gross income level of the family and is annually established at 60% of the median family income.

Typical weatherization measures might include: caulking, window repair, and insulation in sidewalls and attic to stop the infiltration of cold to the home.  The furnace in each home is