New York City Is Offering Air Conditioners For Eligible Seniors

WNYC News | Jun 25, 2020

Seniors over the age of 60 who meet income guidelines and don't have an air conditioner are eligible to get one from the city. So far, only 37,000 seniors have signed up  — out of 330,000 who are eligible. 

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