How to apply for Home energy bill help (LIHEAP) through Central Arkansas Development Council — Lafayette

Who it's for

Central Arkansas Development Council (CADC) takes LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) applications for this county and 18 others, including Calhoun, Columbia, Dallas, Hempstead, Howard, Lafayette, Little River, Miller, Nevada, Ouachita, Sevier and Union. LIHEAP offers Regular Assistance and Crisis Intervention, each a one-time payment toward energy costs, usually paid to the utility. Winter heating help begins the first Monday after the New Year holiday and closes the last business day of March. Summer cooling help begins the first Monday after the July 4th holiday and closes the last business day of August. Crisis help runs with each program and ends the last business day of April (winter) or September (summer). Call CADC's LIHEAP line at 501-326-6229 or check the CADC website for your local office and hours. Online and faxed applications are currently not available. LIHEAP never charges a fee to apply.

What you'll need

• A photo ID
• Social Security card (household members age 18 or older)
• Social Security numbers (household minors)
• Copies of your most recent utility bills
• Proof of income
• Proof of residency (current utility bills provide proof)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Home energy bill help (LIHEAP) through Central Arkansas Development Council — Lafayette. 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 a photo ID, social Security card (household members age 18 or older), social Security numbers (household minors) — 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.

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