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How to apply for Perry County LIHEAP — Energy Assistance (Perry County)
Illinois DCEO — LIHEAP delivered in Perry County by Western Egyptian Economic Opportunity Council
Who it's for
Illinois LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) for Perry County residents is administered by the Western Egyptian Economic Opportunity Council (Western Egyptian EOC), the Community Action Agency serving Monroe, Perry, and Randolph counties. 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; the agency also runs Weatherization. Households at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level qualify; seniors 60+ get priority windows. Apply at 618-443-5231 or HelpIllinoisFamilies (877-411-9276).
Perry: LIHEAP via Western Egyptian EOC (serves Monroe/Perry/Randolph; +PIPP, Weatherization). ≤200% FPL; seniors 60+ priority.
What you'll need
- Proof of all household income (past 30 days)
- Recent heating/cooling bills
- Proof of Perry County residency
- Social Security numbers for all household members
- Photo identification
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 618-443-5231
Renewals
annual
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