LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program)¶
Federal block grant program helping low-income households pay heating and cooling bills, providing crisis energy assistance, and weatherization services.
Four types of assistance: (1) heating bill payment help, (2) cooling bill payment help, (3) crisis/emergency energy assistance for shutoffs, (4) weatherization/energy efficiency improvements. Average benefit ~$400-$600/year per household. Funding is limited — not an entitlement.
Eligibility¶
- Household income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level
- U.S. citizenship or qualified immigrant status required
Questions to ask the program¶
These are questions to ask the program, not a verdict on your eligibility. Confirm the current rules directly with the program.
- What are the current income and asset limits, and whose income counts? — Our record lists gross monthly limit around $1,995 for a household of one or 150% of the federal poverty level — limits change, so confirm the current figures.
- Which citizenship or immigration statuses does the program accept, and which documents show it?
- Is there a caregiver-specific department, coordinator, or support line? Ask for it by name. — Many agencies have one that isn’t advertised on the website.
- What documents do you need from us to start an application?
- Is there a waitlist right now, and how long is it?
Services¶
Four types of assistance: (1) heating bill payment help, (2) cooling bill payment help, (3) crisis/emergency energy assistance for shutoffs, (4) weatherization/energy efficiency improvements. Average benefit ~$400-$600/year per household. Funding is limited — not an entitlement.
How to apply¶
Use the official program page for application details: official program page.