Summer in Missouri can bring dangerously high temperatures, and staying cool is not just about comfort — it's about safety. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes that older adults, the very young, and people with mental illness and chronic diseases are at the greatest risk for heat-related illnesses and deaths In Missouri, summer heat indices can soar above 100°F, making air conditioning a necessity rather than a luxury.
Through a special partnership with Ameren Missouri, we’re working to ensure seniors and disabled residents have access to the cooling assistance they need. This partnership is vital because older adults are more susceptible to heat stress due to medical conditions, reduced ability to regulate body temperature, and limited access to cooling resources. Many elderly or disabled individuals live alone, making neighborly support even more critical.
What is the Ameren Missouri A/C Assistance Program? This program provides eligible households with the opportunity to apply for air conditioning assistance and weatherization support. Our goal is to protect vulnerable individuals from heat-related illnesses and ensure everyone can stay safe during the hottest months.
Who is Eligible? To qualify, applicants must:
Application Requirements: Applicants should bring the following:
Why Checking on Neighbors Matters In heat emergencies, the simple act of checking on someone can be lifesaving. Older adults who live alone are at significantly higher risk for heat exhaustion and heat stroke, particularly if they lack proper cooling or are unable to seek help. By reaching out to neighbors, especially seniors and disabled residents, you can ensure they have what they need — cool air, hydration, and assistance if they feel unwell.
Be a Good Neighbor Even if you’re not eligible for the program, you can play a vital role. Check on elderly neighbors, friends, and family — especially during heatwaves. A simple phone call or knock on the door could save a life.
Heat Safety Tips:
How to Apply
For more details on the program or to start your application, call 636-789-2686 x 4
Through a special partnership with Ameren Missouri, we’re working to ensure seniors and disabled residents have access to the cooling assistance they need. This partnership is vital because older adults are more susceptible to heat stress due to medical conditions, reduced ability to regulate body temperature, and limited access to cooling resources. Many elderly or disabled individuals live alone, making neighborly support even more critical.
What is the Ameren Missouri A/C Assistance Program? This program provides eligible households with the opportunity to apply for air conditioning assistance and weatherization support. Our goal is to protect vulnerable individuals from heat-related illnesses and ensure everyone can stay safe during the hottest months.
Who is Eligible? To qualify, applicants must:
- Be an Ameren Missouri electric customer
- Be age 60+ or have a disability
- Low-income
- Have not received an Ameren A/C unit in the past 2 years
Application Requirements: Applicants should bring the following:
- A photo ID for the primary applicants
- Social Security cards for everyone in the household
- Income verification for the household
- Complete a weatherization assistance application
Why Checking on Neighbors Matters In heat emergencies, the simple act of checking on someone can be lifesaving. Older adults who live alone are at significantly higher risk for heat exhaustion and heat stroke, particularly if they lack proper cooling or are unable to seek help. By reaching out to neighbors, especially seniors and disabled residents, you can ensure they have what they need — cool air, hydration, and assistance if they feel unwell.
Be a Good Neighbor Even if you’re not eligible for the program, you can play a vital role. Check on elderly neighbors, friends, and family — especially during heatwaves. A simple phone call or knock on the door could save a life.
Heat Safety Tips:
- Stay hydrated and avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours.
- Use fans or visit cooling centers if you don’t have A/C.
- Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke (dizziness, nausea, headache, rapid pulse).
- Encourage at-risk neighbors to keep curtains closed during the day to reduce indoor heat.
How to Apply
For more details on the program or to start your application, call 636-789-2686 x 4
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