Staff report
The Evangeline Community Action Agency, Inc. has announced the availability of funds dedicated to assist eligible elderly (Ages 60 and over) low income households with medication payments. All applications are taken on a first come, first served basis. ECAA will take calls on Wednesday, July 5th, and Thursday, July 6th from 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
An eligible household is one whose total income is at or below $1,256 for a household size of one, $1,692 of two, $2,127 of three, $2,562 of four, $2,998 of five, $3,433 of six, $3,869 of seven, and $4,304 of eight.
Applicants must provide, at a minimum, the following documentation at the time the application is taken: (1) copies of each household member’s actual social security number, (2) current proof(s) of income of all household members, (3) a driver’s license or picture I.D. of the applicant.
If it is determined additional documentation is required, the applicant will be notified at the time of application.
Households reporting “Zero Income” may be required to provide additional documentation.
All information provided is subject to verification. Intentional misrepresentation of information may result in criminal prosecution of the applicant and anyone assisting in the misrepresentation.
Applications will be taken by appointment only, which must be made by calling (337) 363-1306 or (337) 363-6800.