How to apply for Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP / LIHEAP) — apply through Community Renewal Team (CRT) — Middlesex

Who it's for

In all 15 Middlesex County towns (Chester, Clinton, Cromwell, Deep River, Durham, East Haddam, East Hampton, Essex, Haddam, Killingworth, Middlefield, Middletown, Old Saybrook, Portland and Westbrook), apply for the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) through Community Renewal Team (CRT). CRT's Greater Middletown office is at 44 Hamlin Street, Middletown (860-347-4465); its Greater Hartford office is at 395 Wethersfield Avenue, Hartford (860-560-5800). Email applications go to crtenergyapplication@crtct.org. CEAP is Connecticut's version of the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The Department of Social Services runs it with local Community Action Agencies. It helps pay home heating costs; benefits for the 2026-2027 season are $355 to $705, usually paid straight to the utility or fuel company. A household can qualify by getting SNAP, TANF, SSI or certain other benefits, or with yearly income at or below 60% of the state median income ($48,714 for 1 person or $63,703 for 2). Applications opened September 1, 2026, and the last day to apply is May 31, 2027. You can apply online, by phone, by email, by mail, or in person by appointment. CEAP is yearly, so apply again each season.

What you'll need

• Completed CEAP application (signed if mailed, emailed or brought in person)
• Most recent heating bill or electric bill, or a lease showing utilities are included in rent
• Proof of income for each household member (for example award letters, bank statements showing direct deposits, or recent pay stubs)
• Proof of SSI if anyone in the household receives SSI

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP / LIHEAP) — apply through Community Renewal Team (CRT) — Middlesex. 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 completed CEAP application (signed if mailed, emailed or brought in person), most recent heating bill or electric bill, or a lease showing utilities are included in rent, proof of income for each household member (for example award letters, bank statements showing direct deposits, or recent pay stubs) — 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 (apply each heating season)