Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine announced that the Suffolk County Veterans Emergency Assistance Commission is now accepting applications from veterans in need of home heating assistance. Consideration is given to all home heating options and to minor home heating system repairs.
“With all the pressures facing our local veterans, staying warm at night should not be one of their concerns,” said Romaine. “Nobody should go without heat, especially with temperatures below freezing in the coming weeks. Through this program, we will continue to assist our heroes.”
The Commission has $100,000 at its disposal for 2026. Members of prominent veterans’ organizations determine eligibility and sit on the commission. Each application will be reviewed and determined on a case-by-case basis.
“Suffolk County serves the largest population of veterans in New York State. Our office has identified there is a need for veterans, especially those on a fixed income, with assistance paying the high cost of heating their homes. These heroes that served our country in times of peace and during war deserve the help that the Suffolk County Legislature has provided through the Veterans Emergency Home Heating Assistance Program,” said Suffolk County Veterans Service Agency Director Marcelle Leis.
If you are interested in learning more and/or applying for the Veterans Emergency Home Heating Assistance Program, click here for the application, contact the Suffolk County Veterans Service Agency at (631) 853-8387 or email Keith.O’[email protected].
Recipient Criteria includes:
- Completed Application
- DD Form 214 with Character of Discharge Honorable or General Under Honorable Conditions • Household Income (W-2, Disability Rating, Social Security, etc.)
- Proof of Heating Expenses (oil, electricity, gas) or Boiler/Pluming Estimate
- Narrative letter describing need for assistance
All above information must be submitted with application to: Keith O’Reilly, VSO Suffolk County Veterans Service Agency, 100 Veterans Memorial Hwy. P.O. Box 6100 Hauppauge, NY 11788-0099.
