Benefits · Energy Assistance
How to apply for Home Heating & Energy Assistance — Capital Area Community Services (Ingham County)
Capital Area Community Services (CACS)
Who it's for
Capital Area Community Services, the Community Action Agency for Ingham County, helps income-eligible households with heat and electricity bills, shutoff protection, and the Michigan Energy Assistance Program. The first step is to apply for State Emergency Relief on MI Bridges; CACS staff can help. Apply through MI Bridges, dial 211 for referrals, or call the Lansing office at 517-393-7077.
Energy assistance is income-based and subject to available funds. The first step is a State Emergency Relief (SER) application on MI Bridges. The agency makes the final determination. Not legal or financial advice.
What you'll need
- Proof of household income
- Recent energy/utility bill or shutoff notice
- Proof of Ingham County residency
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 517-393-7077
Renewals
annual heating season
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Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.