Brewster, Human Services Corp., YWCA to Host Health Coverage and LIHEAP Enrollment Event

October 25, 2017

Harrisburg – October 25, 2017 – State Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland), in partnership with Human Services Center Corporation (HSCC) in Turtle Creek and the YWCA Greater Pittsburgh, will be hosting a health coverage and Low-Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) enrollment event on Thursday, Nov. 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the offices of HSCC, 519 Penn Ave., Turtle Creek. 

“Given all the recent upheaval regarding the Affordable Care Act, questions have arisen about health care coverage, who is eligible and how individuals that need access to care can sign up,” Brewster said.  “These are critical questions that deserve accurate answers.”

Brewster’s staff and officials from HSCC and the YWCA Greater Pittsburgh will be on hand to answer questions and enroll those who are interested in health insurance through Health Insurance Marketplace.  Those who participate also will be able to enroll in Medicaid and complete applications for heating assistance through LIHEAP. 

“Accessing health care through the marketplace can help families manage health care costs and receive life-saving care,” Brewster said.  “The professionals on hand will be able to answer questions and help enroll citizens in Medicaid and the health marketplace and assist in completing LIHEAP applications.

“I cannot emphasize how important it is for those who want to access health care to come to the enrollment event and learn what is available.”

Brewster said appointments can be made by calling HSCC at  412-829-7112 or book online.  Those planning to enroll should bring name, date of birth, Social Security number(s), recent pay stubs for all household members and a recent heating bill if there is interest in applying for LIHEAP.

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Brewster, HSCC and YWCA to Spur Sign Ups for Heating Assistance

November 6, 2015

Harrisburg – Nov. 6, 2015 – State Sen. Jim Brewster (D-Allegheny/Westmoreland) is teaming up with the Human Services Center Corporation (HSCC) and the YWCA of Greater Pittsburgh to spur participation in a valuable program that helps individuals and families lower home heating costs.

Representatives of Brewster’s office and the YWCA will be on hand from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. next Thursday, Nov. 12, at the HSCC offices, 519 Penn Ave., Turtle Creek, to help individuals and families sign up for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP.

“Helping individuals and families cut their energy costs is the goal of the program,” Brewster said. “By partnering with the Human Services Center and the YWCA we can reach more families, help them pay high heating bills and help them stay warm.”

LIHEAP offers two types of assistance for those who are income eligible: a cash grant that is sent directly to the utility company or a crisis grant for households who are immediate danger of losing heat.

The senator said individuals and families qualify for assistance based on income. For example, a family of four that earns up to $36,375 is eligible for help under the program. Income limits vary so it’s important for individuals or families to contact his office or come to the event on Thursday, he said.

Brewster said individuals should bring their most recent heating bill or shut-off notice, proof of household income and the social security numbers for all who live in the household.

Applications for LIHEAP will be accepted now through April 1. Those who are interested in help on Nov. 12 should call HSCC at 412-829-7112 to make an appointment.

Contact: Tim Joyce

Phone: 412-380-2242

Email: tjoyce@pasenate.com