Free air conditioners in Las Vegas.
There are a few different ways to get a free air conditioner, or even a repair to one, in the Las Vegas NV area. Find the main government programs, such as LIHEAP (EAP) and weatherization, and non-profits including HELP to apply at. In general, the portable air conditioners are given out for free to senior citizens, people with a medical condition or the disabled in Clark County.
The application process for air conditioning assistance as well as terms and conditions vary for each program. The state of Nevada EAP program (LIHEAP) is generally for people living in or near poverty, with priority for seniors. Other non-profits, such as Rebuilding Together or HELP of Southern NV give free box fans or air conditioners to the most vulnerable that are at risk of the extreme heat in Nevada.
Details on programs for air conditioners
There are several options, with four of them offering the most assistance. As always, resources are limited in Clark County NV as they are everywhere, even more so when it comes to getting a free air conditioner. The programs will either give out a free, small AC unit or funds to help pay for a new one or to fix an air conditioner. Income requirements, age limits, proof of medical needs and other criteria will generally need to be met too.
Government benefits can help Las Vegas residents get an air conditioner. DWSS in Las Vegas processes applications for EAP, which is the local version of LIHEAP. This is free government grant money in which the funds can help offset the cost of an air conditioner. Division of Welfare and Supportive Services (DWSS) may allow seniors to use all the EAP funds to pay for a unit too, or electric bills during the summer.
Referrals are also given to other federal and state benefit programs that can help people living in poverty with their bills. As a free air conditioner from the federal government is but one option. People in need can call (702) 486-1404, or apply at 3330 East Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89121.
HELP of Southern NV provides free air conditioners, home repairs, HVAC tune ups and more as well as other social services. The non-profit operates the state / federal weatherization program. In addition, above and beyond that weatherization benefit, HELP has other financial help for utility bills, and that money can be used to pay for a new air conditioner or to repair one.
Any low-income family in Las Vegas can seek assistance from HELP. As their programs are wide ranging – air conditioning services are just one of them. In general, the non-profit works to help the elderly, poor, parents with kids and others stay cool and safe. Whether that is a free fan to cool a home, or air conditioning system, the non-profit has many resources. The main office is at 1640 E Flamingo Rd #100, Las Vegas, NV 89119. Call (702) 369-4357
HopeLink has various energy assistance programs, though they are limited. In general, the funds from the charity will help pay for summer electric bills or to fix an air conditioner. In some cases they will loan out a portable AC unit for free to those with a medical issue in Las Vegas that is life threatening, such as people recovering from surgery or the elderly. Call (702) 566-0576, or look here for details on electric assistance from HopeLink of southern NV.
Rebuilding Together has various home repair programs, free air conditioners, repairs to units, tune ups and more. The organization, which is based at 611 S 9th St, Las Vegas, NV 89101, uses a combination of volunteers and also offers a number of free/affordable programs for air conditioners during the Spring, summer and fall heat in Las Vegas. They also help coordinate other basic repairs. For details, call (702) 259-4900.
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