How to apply for LIHEAP energy assistance (Community Action Partnership Huntsville/Madison & Limestone Counties) — Limestone

Who it's for

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps pay home energy bills. In Limestone County, LIHEAP is run by Community Action Partnership Huntsville/Madison & Limestone Counties. Households can get one heating payment and one cooling payment a year, and households with older adults, people with disabilities, or children may get extra crisis help when funds allow. Payments go straight to the utility. Call the automated scheduler at 256-907-1550 for an appointment, or apply online through the agency's LITT Lite portal.

What you'll need

• Social Security cards for everyone in the household
• Current valid picture ID
• Current utility or gas bill in the head of household's or spouse's name (lease if utilities are in the landlord's name)
• Proof of gross income for the previous month for everyone in the household
• Copy of lease if you live in public housing, Section 8, or other income-based housing

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about LIHEAP energy assistance (Community Action Partnership Huntsville/Madison & Limestone Counties) — Limestone. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need social Security cards for everyone in the household, current valid picture ID, current utility or gas bill in the head of household's or spouse's name (lease if utilities are in the landlord's name) — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

annual