The goal of the Weatherization Assistance Program is to reduce energy costs for low-income families, particularly the elderly, disabled and those with children under age 12, by improving the energy efficiency of their homes while ensuring their health and safety. This program is not a window replacement program.
Weatherization Facts:
(Source: U.S. Department of Energy)
Low-income homeowners whose total gross household income is no more than 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (see fact sheet below for poverty guidelines). Preference is given to elderly (60 years-plus), physically disabled residents, families with children under 12 and households with a high energy burden (repeated high utility bills), including those participating in the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Applicants must be residents of Hillsborough, Hernando, Pasco, Polk, Sumter, Citrus, or Volusia Counties.
The Weatherization Assistance Program is funded by The Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA) with supplemental funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Funds are administered by the State of Florida’s Department of Commerce (DOC).
Based on pre-inspection diagnostic testing of your home, and available funding, your home may be eligible for a variety of energy saving measures which may include the following, in order of priority:
Weatherization is not a window replacement program.
Not included in this energy efficiency program: Roof replacement or repairs, mold remediation, plumbing, electrical, wells, septic, ramps, etc.
All applications for services must be filled out completely and include the required documents in order to be processed. Incomplete applications will be denied. Please read this important information before submitting an application for assistance.
Documents needed for assistance include:
• Valid photo identification for all household members 18 years of age and older
• Electric bill for each month requesting payment (if you do not have copies of your electric bill for each month you are past due, contact your energy supplier or create a login account on their website to obtain them)
• Social Security cards (for all household members)
• Birth certificates for all children living in the household
• Proof of income (any income received – i.e. child support, cash assistance, etc.)
• SNAP (food stamp) award or denial letter. and
• Lease (if applicable).
You Thrive Florida staff will never ask clients for personal information to “update You Thrive Florida payroll records” as part of the application process. If you receive an email with this request please contact us immediately to report the request.
We look forward to helping answer any questions you may have. We invite you to complete the form and a representative will reach out to you.
