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How to apply for Community Action, Inc. of Central Texas (CAICT) — CEAP Energy Assistance
Community Action, Inc. of Central Texas (CAICT) — 501(c)(3) nonprofit Community Action Agency; the direct TDHCA Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) subrecipient for Hays, Caldwell, and Blanco counties
Who it's for
Hays County's CEAP is delivered through Community Action, Inc. of Central Texas (CAICT), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit CAA serving Hays, Caldwell, and Blanco counties. CAICT provides utility bill payment assistance for electric, butane, propane, and natural gas bills; energy crisis assistance including portable heating and cooling units when available; energy education; needs assessment and budget counseling. Eligibility at 150% FPL. Priority to households with high energy use, high energy burden, OR presence of a child under age 5, disabled individual, elderly individual, or veteran. Apply at communityaction.com, by calling 512-392-1161, or in person at 215 So. Reimer Ave., Suite 130, San Marcos TX 78666.
CAICT also offers portable heating/cooling unit purchase assistance — a distinctive crisis component for severe-weather emergencies.
What you'll need
- Proof of all household income
- Current energy bill and any past-due notices
- Photo identification
- Proof of Hays County residency
- Documentation of household members and ages
- Social Security numbers
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 512-392-1161
Renewals
up to multiple benefits per program year
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