How to apply for Maricopa County Utility (Energy) Assistance — LIHEAP in Arizona

Who it's for

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps Maricopa County households with limited income pay electric and gas bills, with extra crisis help to prevent shutoffs during Arizona's dangerous summer heat. Outside the cities of Glendale, Mesa, and Phoenix, the county's Human Services Department delivers LIHEAP through Community Action Program (CAP) offices; residents of those three cities apply through their city program. Apply online through the Human Services client portal or through a local Community Action office; 2-1-1 Arizona can route callers to the nearest site. LIHEAP service line: 1-866-494-1981.

What you'll need

• Photo identification of the applicant
• Documentation of household income received for the last 30 days
• Most recent gas, electric, and water bills for the current residence
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or qualified noncitizen status, if the funding source requires it

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Maricopa County Utility (Energy) Assistance — LIHEAP. 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 photo identification of the applicant, documentation of household income received for the last 30 days, most recent gas, electric, and water bills for the current residence — 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

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