The Ohio Department of Development and West Ohio Community Action Partnership continues to help income-eligible Ohioans with water and wastewater assistance through September 30, 2023. The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is a federally funded program that provides eligible Ohioans assistance with paying water and wastewater bills. Eligible clients are those that are at or below 175% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, who have been disconnected or have a disconnection notice or either need to establish new service or pay to transfer service.

Size of Household	12-Month Income Limit	30-Day Income Limit
1	$23,782.50	$1,954.73
2	$32,042.50	$2,633.63
3	$40,302.50	$3,312.53
4	$48,562.50	$3,991.44
5	$56,822.50	$4,670.34
6	$65,082.50	$5,349.25
7	$73,342.50	$6,028.15
8	$81,602.50	$6,707.05

To apply for the program, clients can go to the nearest West Ohio CAP office to fill out an application or visit wocap.org. Required Documentation:

• Copy of the most recent water/wastewater bills/ notice of disconnect.
• Income documentation for all adult household members 18+ for the last 30 days.
• Proof of Citizenship for all household members (Birth Certificate, Social Security Card, Passport
• Proof of disability (if applicable)