Author Archives: Jackie Lara

Energy Assistance officially opens up for the 2020/2021 Season on October 1st but applications are now available. You can contact our office by phone at 651-322-3500, Option 1 to speak with an Energy Assistance Representative or you can go to our website at http://www.capagency.org/housing-services/energy-assistance/ to download and print an application that you can send in.Continue reading “Its That Time Of Year Again!”

In our fourth podcast we again tackle three topics. The first topic is Winter Heating Tips and Changing your Furnace Filter. The podcast goes over ways to lower heating costs and gives a step by step instruction on how to change your furnace filter! Did you know? 80% of Furnace Calls are related to aContinue reading “Podcast 4”

In our third podcast we again tackle three topics. The first topic is Water Conservation. The podcast goes over how to conserve water to lower your water bills! Did you know? Shortening your shower by 5 minutes saves 12.5 gallons of water. By not running the water while you are brushing your teeth you saveContinue reading “Podcast 3”

Beating The Heat Saving Shepherd In our second podcast we again tackle three topics. The first topic is Cooling Tips. The podcast goes over how to keep your home cool without paying a lot to the electric company. In the Dog Days of Summer the need for Cooling Tips is a must! Did you know?Continue reading “Podcast Episode 2”

What is the Energy Assistance Program Self Sufficiency Podcast Program? The purpose of our podcast program is to discuss a variety topics to help build a household’s self sufficiency and reduce their energy burden through energy conservation tips. Why do this? Our mission at CAP is to assist and empower people to achieve social andContinue reading “Why A Podcast?”

Vampires, COVID19 & Dandelion Stew??? In our initial podcast we tackle three topics. The first topic is Vampire Energy. The podcast goes over what Vampire Energy is and provides several tips in which to combat the energy suckers for a goal to save you money on your electric bill. Did you know? Cable Boxes, PhoneContinue reading “Podcast Episode 1”

Spotlight on the Community – FARE FOR ALL. Fare For All is a fantastic way to save money on quality, nutritious food. They buy fresh fruits, vegetables, and frozen meat in bulk to save you up to 40% off typical grocery prices. They select the best food from their shipments, pre-packaging it to give youContinue reading “The More You Know”