How to apply for LIHEAP heating assistance (North Iowa Community Action) — Kossuth

Who it's for

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps pay part of your winter heating costs with a one-time payment to your heating or fuel company. Extra help may be available to repair or replace a furnace, or for an air conditioner for medical reasons. Income must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. People age 60 and over or with a disability can apply October 1 through April 30; all other households can apply November 1 through April 30. In Kossuth County, North Iowa Community Action (NICAO) takes applications at its outreach office at 117 East Call St in Algona; call 515-295-2531 or toll free 800-873-1899.

What you'll need

• Call the outreach office to ask what to bring

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about LIHEAP heating assistance (North Iowa Community Action) — Kossuth. 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 call the outreach office to ask what to bring — 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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