Benefits · Energy Assistance
How to apply for Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) - Monroe County
LIHEAP - administered by the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA), delivered locally by the East Tennessee Human Resource Agency (ETHRA)
Who it's for
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps income-eligible Monroe County households pay home heating and cooling bills, with emergency funds set aside for households facing a shut-off. Tennessee's Housing Development Agency (THDA) funds the program, and the East Tennessee Human Resource Agency (ETHRA) takes applications and delivers benefits for this county. Households generally qualify at or below 150% of the federal poverty guidelines; older adults and people with disabilities are prioritized. Assistance is usually available once a year while funds last. Apply through ETHRA, and call 2-1-1 Tennessee for referral help.
LIHEAP is income-tested (about 150% of the federal poverty guidelines) and is first-come, first-served while seasonal funds last, so this shows as a may-qualify result. Older adults and people with disabilities are prioritized. Apply through ETHRA or call 2-1-1.
What you'll need
- Proof of all household income
- Most recent home energy bill / shut-off notice
- Proof of Monroe County residency
- Social Security numbers for all household members
- Photo identification
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 865-691-2551
Renewals
annual (while funds last)
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