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How to apply for Johnson County LIHEAP — Energy Assistance (Johnson County)
Illinois DCEO — LIHEAP delivered in Johnson County by Shawnee Development Council
Who it's for
Illinois LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) for Johnson County residents is administered by Shawnee Development Council, the Community Action Agency serving the seven far-southern counties (Alexander, Hardin, Johnson, Massac, Pope, Pulaski, and Union). LIHEAP provides a one-time heating/cooling benefit, energy-crisis help, and reconnection assistance; the year-round PIPP (Percentage of Income Payment Plan) caps the energy bill at a percentage of income with monthly credits; Shawnee also runs Weatherization and summer cooling. Households at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level qualify; seniors 60+ get priority windows. Apply at 618-634-2201 or HelpIllinoisFamilies (877-411-9276). (Shawnee Development Council is the Community Action Agency — distinct from Shawnee Health Service and Shawnee Mass Transit.)
Johnson: LIHEAP via Shawnee Development Council (the CAA for 7 far-south counties; +PIPP, Weatherization, summer cooling). ≤200% FPL; seniors 60+ priority.
What you'll need
- Proof of all household income (past 30 days)
- Recent heating/cooling bills
- Proof of Johnson County residency
- Social Security numbers for all household members
- Photo identification
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 618-634-2201
Renewals
annual
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