How to apply for Columbia County Assistance Office (CAO) — LIHEAP Energy Assistance Delivery (Columbia County) in Pennsylvania
Columbia County Assistance Office (CAO), part of Pennsylvania DHS — administers PA LIHEAP and other public assistance programs for Columbia County residents
Who it's for
Columbia CAO delivers PA LIHEAP (Cash + Crisis + Crisis Interface) for Columbia County residents. Same eligibility as the state program (~150% FPL). Apply through the Columbia CAO office, at COMPASS (compass.dhs.pa.gov), or by calling 570-387-4200. Application window typically November-April. Central PA winter heating demand is high.
Columbia: County CAO delivery of PA LIHEAP.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Proof of all household income
- Recent heating bill (or rent receipt if heat included)
- Proof of Columbia County residency
- Social Security numbers for all household members
- Photo identification
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 570-387-4232
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Columbia County Assistance Office (CAO) — LIHEAP Energy Assistance Delivery (Columbia County). 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 proof of all household income, recent heating bill (or rent receipt if heat included), proof of Columbia County residency — 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.
Renewals
annual application per program year
Related programs
Other help that people in the same situation often look at.
- Emergency AidColumbia County Emergency Aid — Referral CoordinationColumbia County Department of Human Services + AAA + community-based organizations — coordinated emergency aid framework
- Emergency AidPennsylvania LIHEAP — Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (Cash + Crisis + Weatherization)Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Income Maintenance — administers PA LIHEAP through county Assistance Offices (CAOs); seasonal program
- EmploymentSenior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)U.S. Department of Labor / Employment and Training Administration
- Income SupportSupplemental Security Income (SSI)Social Security Administration
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.