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EMERGENCY HEATING SYSTEM PROGRAM | CAPSTONE COMMUNITY ACTION

20 Gable Place, Barre, VT 05641-4138

Eligibility

Homeowners; Income Guidelines Apply; AND no heat due to heating system failure or malfunction, or unsafe heating system operation; Cannot accept "Out of Fuel" calls

Hours

Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm Closed on State Holidays
8006391053

Voice - Toll Free

8772957998

Voice - Information & Services | Furnace Emergencies After Hours and Weekends, Holidays

8024791053

Voice - Information & Services

8024795353

Fax - FAX

https://dcf.vermont.gov/benefits/crisis-heat

Service area

Barnard, Vermont
Bethel, Vermont
Granville, Vermont
Hancock, Vermont
Pittsfield, Vermont
Rochester, Vermont
Royalton, Vermont
Sharon, Vermont
Stockbridge, Vermont
Lamoille county, Vermont
Orange county, Vermont
Washington county, Vermont

Description

Repairs or replaces the home's PRIMARY source of heat. This may include a boiler, electric heater, fireplace, furnace, heat pump, pellet stove, or wood stove. Provides help with application for service.

Last Assured

10/08/2025

Providing organization

CAPSTONE COMMUNITY ACTION

Capstone Community Action is a regional community action agency that provides a continuum of case management services, advocacy and assistance to help move families, in over 56 towns located primarily in Washington, Lamoille and Orange Counties, from anti-poverty to self-sufficiency. Programs and services include case management and advocacy, Early Head Start/Head Start, food programs, homelessness prevention, transportation assistance, emergency fuel assistance, weatherization information and assistance, small business development, individual development accounts, and tax preparation assistance.