OCCAA Helps Residents Beat Rising Utility Costs

by | Jan 21, 2025 | Community Action Agency

Rising living costs make it hard for many residents to afford basic necessities like utilities or maintaining a comfortable home. The Ottawa County Community Action Agency (OCCAA) provides income-eligible residents with utility bill assistance and home weatherization services, reducing financial
strain while keeping homes safe and efficient.

A contractor fixes a drafty door to prevent heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer.

Utility Bill Assistance

OCCAA helps cover eligible residents’ electricity, heating, cooling, and water costs, easing the burden on fixed incomes and ensuring no one has to choose between utilities and essentials like food or medicine.

Home Weatherization Services

OCCAA improves energy efficiency through insulation upgrades, sealing drafts, possible refrigerator replacement, and optimizing heating and

cooling systems—helping residents lower bills and stay comfortable year-round.

How to Apply

Eligibility depends on income, household size, and individual needs.

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