More households can get Illinois energy aid as Vermilion County starts early applications

More households can get Illinois energy aid as Vermilion County starts early applications

A utility shutoff notice or a broken furnace can be both a health risk and a financial crisis. In Vermilion County, Illinois, expanded energy aid is set to open Oct. 1, with priority applications accepted that day. The program helps households cover heating and electricity costs, particularly for older adults, people with disabilities, families with young children, and anyone facing a disconnection. Here's what to know Residents using the Low-In…