How to Apply for Seminole County Senior Energy Assistance
Ask about EHEAP when a Central Florida household with someone age 60 or older faces an energy emergency.
Start here
Call Meals on Wheels Etc. at 407-333-8877 and ask for the Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program for the Elderly. EHEAP help depends on household eligibility and available funds.
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; call for current intake
See EHEAP informationWhat to have ready
- Identification and proof of Seminole County residence
- Proof that at least one household member is age 60 or older
- Current energy bill and shutoff, past-due, or crisis notice
- Household and income documents requested by the program
Words you can use
“I need EHEAP screening for a Seminole County household with a resident age 60 or older. The energy deadline is [date]. Is funding available, and what complete document list is required?”
Steps in order
- 1
State the exact shutoff or crisis date.
- 2
Confirm that EHEAP intake and funding are open.
- 3
Collect and submit the complete current document list.
- 4
Ask the utility about a payment arrangement while review is pending.
If the first answer is no or wait
Funding and approval are not guaranteed. Dial 211 or text the ZIP code to 898211 for other current energy resources if the deadline is close.
Official sources
Sources checked August 9, 2026. Confirm eligibility, hours, cost, service area, and current availability directly.
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