The Home Energy Assistance Program (known as HEAP) (which is a federally funded program that helps folks with their electric and gas bill) has been extended until August 31st. If you are at least 60 years old and meet income guidelines (roughly $2500 a month or less household of 1 or $3200 household of 2), contact Larry Mathews at the Onondaga County Office of Aging at LarryMathews@ongov.net to apply. The Cooling Component provides an A/C unit for those individuals who have a medical necessity for cooling.