How to apply for LIHEAP energy assistance (MATURA Action Corporation) — Madison in Iowa

Who it's for

LIHEAP (the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program) gives a one-time payment toward winter heating bills for households with income at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines. Households with someone 60 or older or disabled can apply starting October 1; everyone else can apply starting November 1, and applications close April 30. In Madison County, MATURA takes LIHEAP applications at its Madison County Outreach Center, 1724 N. John Wayne Drive in Winterset (open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday). You do not need to be behind on your heating bill to apply. If you have a disconnect notice, are at 30% or less on deliverable fuel, or your furnace does not heat, call the outreach office; crisis help can include furnace repair, emergency propane, blankets and heaters. Call 515-462-4704.

What you'll need

• Call the Madison County Outreach Center to ask what to bring

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about LIHEAP energy assistance (MATURA Action Corporation) — Madison. 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 Madison County Outreach Center 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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