CRDC, BRAD offering utility crisis help CRDC, BRAD offering utility crisis help By Region 8 Newsdesk | February 22, 2021 at 10:35 AM CST - Updated February 22 at 6:46 PM JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - Help is available for those facing a utility crisis. Crowleyâs Ridge Development Council and Black River Area Development Corporation announced Monday they are accepting applications for the Winter LIHEAP Crisis program. To be eligible, a household must be facing a crisis situation such as: Impending disconnection Disconnected utilities Eviction notice because utilities are included in the rent Needing utilities for a new residence CRDC Director of Human Services Casey Kidd said if you qualify, apply.