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LIHEAP NOTICE

Funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program may be significantly reduced this heating season. Many people who benefited from the program last year may not be able to receive assistance this winter. Households where there are vulnerable people, particularly the elderly, those with disabilities and small children are being advised to take the following steps:

A)    Explore the possibility of setting up a budget payment plan with your energy provider.

B)    Consider taking advantage of an energy efficiency program provided by your energy provider or your local Community Action Agency.

C)    Practice energy conservation.

D)   Exercise good saving habits and find out about possible personal and family budget    counseling available at your local Community Action Agency.  







LIHEAP Subsidy
The Subsidy component of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program begins November 5, 2012 and will run through December 14, 2012.   Click here for complete details. 
 
LIHEAP Crisis
The Crisis component of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program begins January 7, 2013 and will run through March 31, 2013 or until funds are depleted, whichever comes first .   Click here for complete details. 
 
Am I eligible for assistance?
Household income must be at or below the following, relative to household size:
 

Household Size

Gross Monthly Income

Household Size

Gross Monthly Income
1
$ 1,211
5
$ 2,927
2
$ 1,640
6
$ 3,356
3
$ 2,069
7
$ 3,785
4
$ 2,498
8
$ 4,214
For households fo more than 8 people, add $429 for each additional family member. 

What do I need to bring with me when I apply?

  • Your most recent heating bill or verification from your landlord that the heating expenses are included in your rent. 

  • Proof of Social Security Number or Permanent Residence card (Green Card) for each member of the household; and

  • Proof of all household's (all memebers) income from the preceding month.

  • In addition, in the Crisis component, applicants requesting assistance for natural gas or electric must bring a disconnect/past due notice (example: past due notice, termination notice, final notice). Households at or above 75% of poverty level must pay a portion or co-payment of the minimum necessary to alleviate the crisis. Applicants whose rent includes heat must bring an eviction notice from the landlord.
 When can I apply?
Applicants will be taken in alphabetical order based on the first letter of the head of household's last name using the following schedule:
November
5
A
November
19
H
December
3
O, P
November
6
Staff Day
November
20
I, J
December
4
Q, R
November
7
B
November
21
Staff Day
December
5
S
November
8
B
November
22
Closed
December
6
S
November
9
 C
November
23
Closed
December
7
T
November
12
C
November
26
K
December
10
T
November
13
D,E
November
27
L
December
11
U, V, W
November
14
F
November
28
M
December
12
X, Y, Z
November 15 G November 29 M December 13 Open
November 16 CH November 30 N December 14 Open


Where do I go to apply? 
Every County in Kentucky has at least one Community Action Office taking applications for LIHEAP Energy assistance. Click here to locate your county office.


How do I report fraud?
Please report any information about fraud or misuse of LIHEAP benefits by calling the Fraud Hotline at 1-800-372-2970.  Giving wrong information on purpose is fraud and may result in legal action against you.