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Source review: Oct 14, 2026

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  • Debt and payment obligations continue. The certificate does not guarantee uninterrupted electricity or replace a medical backup plan.
  • A current deadline was not confirmed; check with the organization before applying.
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Housing & utilitiesProgramState program · OH

Public Utilities Commission of Ohio

Ohio 30-Day Medical Certificate — Utility Protection

Temporary protection against utility disconnection when a medical condition makes loss of service especially dangerous.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Request the form from the utility or download it from PUCO; a licensed medical professional must sign and return it to the utility. For questions: 800-686-7826.

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    Request the form from the utility or download it from PUCO; a licensed medical professional must sign and return it to the utility. For questions: 800-686-7826.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

Ohio; access depends on program requirements.

  • OH

What it offers

A certificate valid for 30 days to prevent disconnection or request eligible reconnection.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

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Published eligibility requirements

Customers of PUCO-regulated utilities whose household includes someone with a certified medical condition. There is no income requirement; reconnection applies only if service has been off no more than 21 days.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

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Residency requirements

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FAFSA requirements

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Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

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Documents requested

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Renewal information

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Contact information

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Verification status
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Oct 14, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 14, 2026
Last updated
Oct 14, 2026

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