How to apply for HEAT energy assistance (SERDA) — San Juan in Utah
Southeastern Regional Development Agency (SERDA)
Who it's for
HEAT (Home Energy Assistance Target) is Utah's LIHEAP program for low-income households. In San Juan County, the Southeastern Regional Development Agency (SERDA) in Price takes HEAT applications. Households with someone age 60 or older, a disabled member or a child under 6 can apply from October 1; others can apply from November 1. The program year ends September 30 or when federal LIHEAP funds run out. San Juan residents can call 435-613-0100 for outreach dates and times or to set up a phone appointment. You can also apply online, by email at heat@seualg.utah.gov, or by mail to P.O. Box 1106, Price, UT 84501. If you are in danger of a shut-off, contact the HEAT office about crisis help.
SERDA decides eligibility and the benefit amount, and help depends on available federal funds. Statewide HEAT rules are set by the Utah Department of Workforce Services.
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
- Social Security card for each person in the household
- Picture ID for each person 18 and older
- Most recent utility bill (natural gas, power, propane)
- Proof of income for all household members for the month before you apply
- Proof of medical expenses for the month before you apply
- Proof of disability, if it applies
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-435-613-0100
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about HEAT energy assistance (SERDA) — San Juan. 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 social Security card for each person in the household, picture ID for each person 18 and older, most recent utility bill (natural gas, power, propane) — 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
Related programs
Other help that people in the same situation often look at.
- Energy AssistanceUtah HEAT (Home Energy Assistance Target): LIHEAP help with heating billsUtah Department of Workforce Services (DWS), Housing and Community Development, through local HEAT offices
- Tax ReliefProperty tax relief (Circuit Breaker, indigent, veteran and blind) — San JuanSan Juan County Clerk/Auditor's Office
- Tax ReliefUtah Circuit Breaker Homeowner's Credit (low-income property tax abatement, 67+ or widowed)Your county government, under Utah State Tax Commission rules
- Utility AssistanceFederal LifelineFederal Communications Commission / Universal Service Administrative Company
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.