Ironton-Lawrence County Community Action Organization

08/28/2026

Megan Bailey, LSW provides Behavioral Health counseling and support for individuals and families dealing with:

• Stress and anxiety
• Depression
• Grief and loss
• Life transitions
• Parenting challenges
• Developing healthy coping skills

Whether you’re going through a difficult season or simply need someone to help you work through what’s on your mind, support is available close to home.

Family Medical Centers – South Point
Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Call 740-377-2712 to schedule an appointment with Megan.

Taking care of your mental and emotional health is an important part of taking care of you. 💙

08/24/2026

Our offices will be closed on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We will resume normal operating hours on Tuesday, September, 8th.

08/14/2026

When you do that, you make a difference! 🏆

At ILCAO, we like to celebrate making a difference in our community. "When You Do That, You Make A Difference" is a peer-nominated recognition that celebrates employees who demonstrate our ACTION Values: Accountability, Compassion, Teamwork, Integrity, Opportunity, and being Needs-Oriented.

Through everyday actions and moments of care, our staff make a real impact on each other and on the community.

Today, we are happy to recognize Karen Fritz, who was nominated for her dedication to our values. Read the nomination below:

"Karen is wonderful with our tenants, whether she's walking them through the application process, guiding them through their move-in, or being available to answer questions once they're settled. She consistently provides exceptional customer service, making every tenant feel welcomed and supported. Karen is also always willing to help her coworkers and brings a positive attitude and a smile to the workplace every day. Her willingness to step in wherever she's needed, her dependable nature, and her consistently positive attitude make her an invaluable member of our team. She represents the values of our organization every day, and she is truly deserving this recognition."

08/12/2026

Summer Crisis Program Begins July 1

More than 55,000 Ohio households served in 2025

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services and Ironton-Lawrence County Area Community Action Organization are once again offering assistance to help Ohio’s families stay cool during the hot summer months.

From July 1 through Sept. 30, 2026, income-eligible Ohioans can receive assistance in paying their electric bill, purchasing an air conditioner or fan, or making repairs to their central air conditioning unit through the Ohio Department of Job and Family Service’s Home Energy Assistance Summer Crisis Program (HEAP).

The Summer Crisis Program assists low-income households or those that have a disconnection notice, have been shut off, are trying to establish new service on their electric bill, require air conditioning, or those with a household member age 60 or older and/or a household member with a documented medical condition. Qualifying medical conditions can include lung disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, asthma, and others.

To qualify for assistance, Ohioans must have a gross income at or below 175 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines for a family of up to seven members, and 60 percent of the State Median Income for a family of eight or more members. For a family of four, the annual income must be at or below $57,750.

Last year, the Summer Crisis Program assisted more than 55,000 households in Ohio, providing a total of $12.4 million in benefits.

To apply for the program, clients are required to schedule an appointment with Ironton-Lawrence County Area Community Action Organization. Appointments can be scheduled by calling (740) 237-3262.

Clients need to bring copies of the following documents to their appointment:

· Copies of their most recent energy bills.

· A list of all household members and proof of income for the last 30 days or 12 months for each member.

· Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency for all household members.

· Proof of disability (if applicable).

· Physician documentation that cooling assistance is needed for a household member’s health.

Ohioans enrolled in the Percentage of Income Payment Plan Plus (PIPP) program who meet the above criteria may also be eligible for assistance, or central air conditioning repairs, or may receive an air conditioning unit and/or fan.

For more information about the Summer Crisis Program, and what is needed to apply, older Ohioans may contact Ironton-Lawrence County Area Community Action Organization at 740-532-3140 Extension 12219. To be connected to your local Energy Assistance Provider visit www.energyhelp.ohio.gov.

For more information, contact:

Ironton-Lawrence CAO HEAP Department

Appt Call: 740-237-3262

For more information call: 740-532-3140 Ext. 12219

Email: [email protected]

08/11/2026

Summer Crisis Program Begins July 1

More than 55,000 Ohio households served in 2025

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services and Ironton-Lawrence County Area Community Action Organization are once again offering assistance to help Ohio’s families stay cool during the hot summer months.

From July 1 through Sept. 30, 2026, income-eligible Ohioans can receive assistance in paying their electric bill, purchasing an air conditioner or fan, or making repairs to their central air conditioning unit through the Ohio Department of Job and Family Service’s Home Energy Assistance Summer Crisis Program (HEAP).

The Summer Crisis Program assists low-income households or those that have a disconnection notice, have been shut off, are trying to establish new service on their electric bill, require air conditioning, or those with a household member age 60 or older and/or a household member with a documented medical condition. Qualifying medical conditions can include lung disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, asthma, and others.

To qualify for assistance, Ohioans must have a gross income at or below 175 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines for a family of up to seven members, and 60 percent of the State Median Income for a family of eight or more members. For a family of four, the annual income must be at or below $57,750.

Last year, the Summer Crisis Program assisted more than 55,000 households in Ohio, providing a total of $12.4 million in benefits.

To apply for the program, clients are required to schedule an appointment with Ironton-Lawrence County Area Community Action Organization. Appointments can be scheduled by calling (740) 237-3262.

Clients need to bring copies of the following documents to their appointment:

· Copies of their most recent energy bills.

· A list of all household members and proof of income for the last 30 days or 12 months for each member.

· Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency for all household members.

· Proof of disability (if applicable).

· Physician documentation that cooling assistance is needed for a household member’s health.

Ohioans enrolled in the Percentage of Income Payment Plan Plus (PIPP) program who meet the above criteria may also be eligible for assistance, or central air conditioning repairs, or may receive an air conditioning unit and/or fan.

For more information about the Summer Crisis Program, and what is needed to apply, contact Ironton-Lawrence County Area Community Action Organization at 740-532-3140 Extension 12219. To be connected to your local Energy Assistance Provider visit www.energyhelp.ohio.gov.

For more information, contact:

Ironton-Lawrence CAO HEAP Department

Appt Call: 740-237-3262

For more information call: 740-532-3140 Ext. 12219

Email: [email protected]

08/05/2026

Yesterday, we were lucky enough to attend the last Impact Prevention Party In The Park for Summer 2026. Throughout the Summer, we saw the community come together to have fun and be educated about local resources. Thank you to Impact Prevention for having us, as well as everyone else who gathered to better our community!

08/04/2026

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services and Ironton-Lawrence County Area Community Action Organization are once again offering assistance to help Ohio’s families stay cool during the hot summer months.

Visit the post for more.

08/04/2026

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services and Ironton-Lawrence County Area Community Action Organization are once again offering assistance to help Ohio’s families stay cool during the hot summer months.

Visit the post for more.

07/09/2026

Summer Crisis Program Begins July 1

More than 55,000 Ohio households served in 2025

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services and Ironton-Lawrence County Area Community Action Organization are once again offering assistance to help Ohio’s families stay cool during the hot summer months.

From July 1 through Sept. 30, 2026, income-eligible Ohioans can receive assistance in paying their electric bill, purchasing an air conditioner or fan, or making repairs to their central air conditioning unit through the Ohio Department of Job and Family Service’s Home Energy Assistance Summer Crisis Program (HEAP).

The Summer Crisis Program assists low-income households or those that have a disconnection notice, have been shut off, are trying to establish new service on their electric bill, require air conditioning, or those with a household member age 60 or older and/or a household member with a documented medical condition. Qualifying medical conditions can include lung disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, asthma, and others.

To qualify for assistance, Ohioans must have a gross income at or below 175 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines for a family of up to seven members, and 60 percent of the State Median Income for a family of eight or more members. For a family of four, the annual income must be at or below $57,750.

Last year, the Summer Crisis Program assisted more than 55,000 households in Ohio, providing a total of $12.4 million in benefits.

To apply for the program, clients are required to schedule an appointment with Ironton-Lawrence County Area Community Action Organization. Appointments can be scheduled by calling (740) 237-3262.

Clients need to bring copies of the following documents to their appointment:

· Copies of their most recent energy bills.

· A list of all household members and proof of income for the last 30 days or 12 months for each member.

· Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency for all household members.

· Proof of disability (if applicable).

· Physician documentation that cooling assistance is needed for a household member’s health.

Ohioans enrolled in the Percentage of Income Payment Plan Plus (PIPP) program who meet the above

criteria may also be eligible for assistance, or central air conditioning repairs, or may receive an air conditioning unit and/or fan.

For more information about the Summer Crisis Program, and what is needed to apply, older Ohioans may contact Ironton-Lawrence County Area Community Action Organization at 740-532-3140 Extension 12219. To be connected to your local Energy Assistance Provider visit www.energyhelp.ohio.gov.

07/08/2026

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