Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program

LIHEAP Can Help You Survive The Cold

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides federal money to non-profit agencies and local governments so they can assist low-income families with home heating and cooling costs. LIHEAP helps in a variety of ways, including providing financial assistance to those who can't pay their bills and emergency assistance for people whose heat has been shut off.

LIHEAP AT A GLANCE:

  • In Florida, assistance is not a monthly benefit.  
  • Depending on the funds available in your county, you may able to apply for help up to three times a year.  
  • The agency makes the payments directly to your utility company on your behalf.

WHAT ASSISTANCE DOES LIHEAP PROVIDE?

Your LIHEAP program may be able to offer you one or more of the following types of assistance:

  • Bill payment assistance.
  • Energy crisis assistance.
  • Weatherization and energy-related home repairs.

WHAT INFORMATION DO I NEED TO APPLY? YOU MAY NEED THE FOLLOWING:

  • Recent copies of your utility bills.
  • A recent payroll stub or other proof that shows your current gross income.
  • Documentation showing income from Social Security, Unemployment Insurance, Pension Funds, disability, etc.
  • Final Utility Termination Notice (if you've received a shut-off notice from your energy company).
  • Proof of present address (e.g., rent receipt, lease or deed, property tax bill).
  • Proof of total members living in your household (e.g., birth certificates, school records, etc.).
  • Social Security cards (or numbers) for all persons living in your household.
  • Proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residence.

You can find more information about LIHEAP online or you can call 1.866.NRG.NEAR (1.866.674.6327).

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