NEW YORK (WBNG) — The New York State of Health is extending the deadline for applications for its Essential Plan Cooling Program.
As a result of the current heat wave, applications will be accepted until Monday, July 6th, at 5 p.m.
The Essential Plan Cooling Program, geared toward consumers with health conditions that are made worse by extreme heat, is funded through New York’s 1332 Waiver.
According to NYSH’s website, environmental factors such as extreme heat, allergens and poor air quality can significantly worsen certain symptoms. Air conditioning can help keep air cool and clean.
Under the program, NYSH will provide eligible Essential Plan members with a free air conditioner to help keep their homes cool and lessen health risks linked to rising temperatures. The air conditioner will be delivered and installed by an NYSH-designated vendor.
This program is available to Essential Plan members throughout New York State who experience one or more of the listed qualifying conditions.
Air conditioning units are available to Essential Plan members on a first-come, first-served basis.
If your application is approved, you may receive one cooling unit per eligible individual every five years. If an air conditioner cannot be safely installed, a fan will be provided.
Information for vendors interested in joining the program is available by clicking here.
Please click here for full details about the program.
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