The program went into effect on May 1 and benefits low-income families.
Low-income New Yorkers or those suffering from illnesses made worse by summer temperatures are eligible for free air conditioning through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP).
Governor Andrew Cuomo's office is asking eligible residents to sign up for the program as soon as possible, available May 1, to get their cooling system installed ahead of rising temperatures.
Last year some 4,000 households benefited from the program.
Click here to find the list of public offices in each county of the state that administer the HEAP program.
Who is eligible?
New Yorkers with a valid social security number, if you receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance, or Supplemental Security Income benefits; or if your monthly household income is at or below the HEAP income guidelines.
For example, a three-member household must have income of $3,744 per month.
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Here you will find the income list for families of up to 11 members .
Cooling systems will be delivered on a first-come, first-served basis. The public offices that administer the program will accept applications until funds are exhausted.
How to apply for the program?
Online, you can enroll at myBenefits.ny.gov .
In person, you can go to the public offices that administer the program. Click here to find the list of addresses .