Low Income Energy Assistance

The Low Income Energy Assistance Program provides for one-time assistance. This payment must help eligible families pay their heating bills. You may apply January 1 through March 31. If you are age 60 or older, or are disabled and working with DHS Adult and Family Services, you may apply in December.

A household that applies must meet certain criteria

  • Meet income guidelines
  • Have reserves at or below $2,250
  • Be responsible for its heating bills
  • Contain a US citizen or an eligible alien with proof of legal citizenship

A household that applies must provide certain information

  • Proof of all income for everyone in the household for the month prior to application (pay stubs, social security payments, self-employment income, etc).
  • Copy of primary heating bill (electricity, natural or propane gas, fuel oil, etc).
  • Proof of cash-on-hand, savings and checking.
  • Proof of assets such as mutual funds, stocks and bonds.
  • Social Security numbers and dates of birth for everyone in the household.

 

Adult Services Line

704-920-1400

Additional Resources

Crisis Financial Assistance

 

Crisis Intervention

 

Community Resource Connections

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