The Department of Social Services will begin taking applications on December 1, 2022.
This program provides a credit of $250 per eligible household to help with high energy costs. Social Services is able to offer the Supplemental Heating Program assistance to income-eligible Pokagon Band households anywhere in the United States. The Supplemental Heating Program is not limited to the ten-county service area.
How to Apply:
You can download the Supplemental Heating application below, or call the department at: (269) 782-4300 or (800) 517-0777, fax (269) 782-4295, or visit in person at 58620 Sink Road, Dowagiac, Michigan.
Items you will need to fill out the application:
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Proof of all household income:
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Proof of Income and/or
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Award Letters (from SSI, RSDI, Elder’s Stipend, etc…) and/or
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Child Support Received or Paid or
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Completed zero income form (downloaded, or obtained from our office) if above do not apply
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Bill from your main heating source
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Tribal ID card
Household Size Income Limit Guidelines:
1 member in a household = $38,000
2 members in a household = $45,000
3 members in a household = $52,000
4 members in a household = $59,000
5 members in a household = $66,000
6 and above members in a household = $73,000