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How to apply for Lawrence County LIHEAP — Energy Assistance (Lawrence County)
Illinois DCEO — LIHEAP delivered in Lawrence County by the Embarras River Basin Agency (ERBA)
Who it's for
Illinois LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) for Lawrence County residents is administered by the Embarras River Basin Agency (ERBA), the Community Action Agency serving eight east/southeastern Illinois counties (Clark, Coles, Crawford, Cumberland, Edgar, Jasper, Lawrence, and Richland). 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; ERBA also runs Weatherization and the Warm Neighbors Cool Friends fund. Households at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level qualify; seniors 60+ get priority windows. Apply at 618-943-3219 or HelpIllinoisFamilies (877-411-9276).
Lawrence: LIHEAP via Embarras River Basin Agency (ERBA; serves Clark/Coles/Crawford/Cumberland/Edgar/Jasper/Lawrence/Richland; +PIPP, Weatherization, WNCF). ≤200% FPL; seniors 60+ priority.
What you'll need
- Proof of all household income (past 30 days)
- Recent heating/cooling bills
- Proof of Lawrence County residency
- Social Security numbers for all household members
- Photo identification
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 618-943-3219
Renewals
annual
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