Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly (EHEAP)
Northeast Florida Community Action Agency (NFCAA) / Florida Dept. of Elder Affairs
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly (EHEAP) in its Jacksonville, FL research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
EHEAP provides emergency energy assistance to low-income households with at least one person age 60 or older who are experiencing a home energy emergency such as a utility disconnection or a broken HVAC system during dangerous temperatures. The program can pay utility bills, restore service, or help repair or replace HVAC equipment. Administered by NFCAA for Duval County and surrounding Northeast Florida counties.
Must have an active energy emergency (disconnection notice, no cooling/heating during dangerous temperatures); at least one household member must be age 60 or older
The cited general URL responded on 2026-07-21; it does not confirm this program or amount.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Jacksonville, FL, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- City of Jacksonville Emergency Repair Program (ERP) Up to $12,000
- City of Jacksonville Limited Repair Program (LRP) Up to $55,000
- City of Jacksonville Utility Tap-In Program (UTIP) Up to $55,000
- Jacksonville Assistance and Relief Program (JAR) Abatement services at no cost (lien waiver)
Key Details
- At least one household member must be age 60 or older
- Must face an active energy emergency: disconnection, no heat/cooling
- Covers utility bills, restoring service, or HVAC repair/replacement
- Call NFCAA at 904-630-2489 for Duval County enrollment
- Income at or below 150% of Federal Poverty Level required
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Rolling, call NFCAA at 904-630-2489 during open enrollment
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly (EHEAP) in Jacksonville, FL?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $1,000 per crisis, varies by household need. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly (EHEAP) in Jacksonville?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. It also carries a low-income tag. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly (EHEAP) in Jacksonville, FL?
Confirm the application route directly with Northeast Florida Community Action Agency (NFCAA) / Florida Dept. of Elder Affairs; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 904-630-2489. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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