The OCAB Community Action Agency's Energy Department offers programs to assist low-income households with their energy needs. These programs aim to help families manage the costs of heating and cooling their homes and promote energy independence.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP):
LIHEAP is designed to help low-income households in South Carolina pay for home energy costs, including heating and cooling. The program also addresses energy-related emergencies and provides services to encourage households to reduce their energy needs. Payments are made directly to energy providers and credited to the applicant's bill.
Services include:
- Assistance with utility payments, including regular electric bills and deposits.
- Support for propane expenses.
Applicants must meet income and program eligibility requirements.
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG):
The CSBG program aims to promote self-sufficiency by helping low-income individuals develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to manage life challenges. Services are designed to strengthen individual and family competencies, enabling them to mobilize resources and support to address existing problems and future aspirations.
State Community Service Programs include:
- Employment assistance
- Education support
- Income management
- Rental assistance
- Emergency services
- Nutrition programs
- Self-sufficiency initiatives
- Health services
OCAB Neighborhood Centers:
Due to COVID-19, OCAB Neighborhood Centers are temporarily closed, but staff can be reached via phone.
For assistance or more information, contact the Central Office at:
Please note that services and availability are subject to change. It's recommended to contact the office directly or visit the official website for the most current information.
Hours of Operation
8:30 AM -5:00 PM
Monday thru Friday
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Location |
Address |
Phone |
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| Central Office (SECURED DROPBOX) | 1822 Joe S. Jeffords Hwy, Orangeburg, SC 29115 | 803.536.1027 |
| Allendale Center | 649 Railroad Avenue, Allendale, SC 29810 | 803.536.1027 |
| Bowman Center (SECURED DROPBOX) | 131 Poplar Street Room 116. Bowman, SC 29018 | 803.536.1027 |
| St. Matthews Center (Calhoun County DSS Bld #125 (SECURED DROPBOX) | 2381 Ole Belleville Road, St. Matthews, SC 29135 | 803.855.2773 |
| Neeses Center | 6194 Neeses Highway, Neeses, SC 29107 | 803.536.1027 |
Revised 10.01.2024
Updated Assigned On-Line Applications By Last Name
Central Office Number: 803-536-1027
Please note: Staff Members' Names and Extensions are listed below.
Subject To Change
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Staff’s Names and Extensions |
Online Applications Assigned Letters **Orangeburg and Allendale Counties |
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Maya Ritter, Ext. 139 |
G, F,T, U,W |
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Dorothy Greene, Ext. 155 |
B,M,N, Z
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Kim Slocum, Ext. 137 |
K, Q, U, X, Y
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Bryant Aiken, Ext. 119 |
A, H, J, R
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Emma Miller, Ext. 130 |
L, O, P,S, V
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Hope Williams, Ext. 114 |
C, D, E, I
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Shermarian Bias Remote Number: 803-928-4066 |
Bamberg County Paper and Online Applications |
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Patricia Murphy Office Number: 803-855-2773 |
Calhoun County Paper and Online Applications |