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How to apply for LIHEAP Energy Assistance - Southeast Tennessee Human Resource Agency (McMinn County)
Southeast Tennessee Human Resource Agency (SETHRA), which delivers LIHEAP for McMinn County under the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA)
Who it's for
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low-income households, older adults, and people with disabilities pay energy bills. In McMinn County it is delivered by the Southeast Tennessee Human Resource Agency (SETHRA) for the state housing agency (THDA). Payment goes straight to the energy or fuel supplier. Apply through SETHRA, and call 2-1-1 (Tennessee) for help.
McMinn County: LIHEAP is income-based and funds are limited each program year, so this shows as a may-qualify result. Apply through SETHRA; THDA sets the rules and makes the final decision.
What you'll need
- Proof of all household income
- A recent energy or utility bill
- Proof of McMinn County residency
- Identification for household members
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-800-852-6155
Renewals
annual application per program year
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