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Children's Warm Winter Clothing Program
Agency: Berkshire Community Action Council
No child should be left out in the cold. The Warm Winter Clothing Program at the Berkshire Community Action Council (BCAC) provides children age 12 and under with a brand new warm coat, boots, hat, mittens and scarves.To register for the program, check back again in September for information.When registration is open, to register in Central County...
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Community Action Agency
Agency: Berkshire Community Action Council
The Berkshire Community Action Council (BCAC) assists low-income, elderly and the working-poor of Berkshire County towards achieving sustainability and self-sufficiency. The BCAC operates programs designed to support families with child development and care, education, training, health and safety, housing and shelter, and financial stability.The Be...
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Emergency Services and Community Programs
Agency: Berkshire Community Action Council
The Emergency Services and Community Programming provided by the Berkshire Community Action Council (BCAC) consists of a variety of programs designed to provide low-income families and individuals with services that promote self-sufficiency. After the clients immediate or emergency needs have been met, Community Programs provides further assistance...
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Fuel Assistance
Agency: Berkshire Community Action Council
Fuel Assistance, also known as the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low-income households with their heating bills. The program begins November 1st and ends April 30th each year. All heating types may be eligible for assistance: oil, propane, kerosene, coal, cord wood, wood pellets, natural gas, electric and even some househ...
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Heating System Repair & Replacement Program
Agency: Berkshire Community Action Council
The Heating System Repair and Replacement Program helps with emergency “no heat” services. Clients who qualify for Fuel Assistance and own their homes can have their heating systems repaired for free (or at a low cost, depending on the situation) through this program. Renters can receive this program if both they and their landlords qualify for Fue...
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Loan Programs
Agency: Berkshire Community Action Council
The Berkshire Community Action Council (BCAC) offers small, low interest micro-loans through partnerships with Greylock Federal Credit Union ($1,000-$1,500, primarily intended to support securing, maintaining, or furnishing stable housing) and Berkshire Bank (up to $500, open use). These loans help those who may not be able to access traditional ba...
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Representative Payee Program
Agency: Berkshire Community Action Council
The Representative Payee Program provides basic money management support to Social Security beneficiaries who require assistance managing funds and finances. The program acts as the institutional representative or “rep” payee for individuals and families to ensure that those who receive Social Security income are able to pay their rent, utilities, ...
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VITA Free Income Tax Assistance Program
Agency: Berkshire Community Action Council
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free Federal and State Tax Return Preparation for low- to moderate-income individuals and families in Berkshire County. Qualified state of Massachusetts residents are eligible for this free tax preparation service, conducted by IRS certified volunteer tax preparers, and offered this year thr...
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Weatherization Assistance Program
Agency: Berkshire Community Action Council
The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is designed to save customers heating dollars by increasing the energy efficiency of their homes and apartments. The Berkshire Community Action Council (BCAC) provides a complete technical analysis of the property and a prioritized scope of work. Qualified contractors are then given a work order to perfor...
