How to apply for ALPI LIHEAP + CSBG Emergency Aid (Hendry County) in Florida
Agricultural and Labor Program, Inc. (ALPI) — the State-designated Community Action Agency for Glades, Hendry, Highlands and Polk counties; administers LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program) and Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) emergency aid for Hendry County residents, funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the Florida Department of Commerce; Hendry County Social Services (863-675-5220) refers applicants to ALPI
Who it's for
Agricultural and Labor Program, Inc. (ALPI) is the State-designated Community Action Agency administering the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) emergency aid for Hendry County residents; Hendry County Social Services now refers applicants to ALPI. The Florida LIHEAP income gate is set at 60 percent of the State Median Income. LIHEAP provides financial assistance for electric bills, deposits, and past-due utility bills to eligible households. Senior-headed households receive application priority under federal LIHEAP rules. ALPI also runs CSBG self-sufficiency and emergency aid for the same four counties. Apply online at alpi.org or call ALPI at 863-675-0114; Hendry County Social Services in LaBelle (863-675-5220) can help with referrals. Senior-pathway applicants can also access LIHEAP referrals via AAASWFL's ElderHelpline at 1-866-413-5337.
ALPI administers Hendry County LIHEAP on a first-come-first-served basis — funds can exhaust mid-year. Apply EARLY in the cooling season (typically February-March) and heating season (typically November-December) for the strongest chance of award. Florida LIHEAP uses 60% of State Median Income as the income gate. ALPI is also the CSBG agency for Hendry, so self-sufficiency programs and emergency aid come through the same intake. For Hendry seniors who prefer a senior-pathway intake, AAASWFL's ElderHelpline (1-866-413-5337) can provide LIHEAP application coordination consolidated with senior services intake.
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Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Proof of all household income (Social Security award letter, pension statement, pay stubs, SSI award letter)
- Current energy bill (electric or gas) and any past-due notices
- Photo identification
- Proof of Hendry County residency (utility bill, lease, or government correspondence)
- Documentation of household members and ages (especially seniors, disabled, children under 6 for priority)
- For deposit assistance: lease showing required deposit; for crisis assistance: shutoff notice
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 863-675-0114
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about ALPI LIHEAP + CSBG Emergency Aid (Hendry County). 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 proof of all household income (Social Security award letter, pension statement, pay stubs, SSI award letter), current energy bill (electric or gas) and any past-due notices, photo identification — 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 regular benefit + crisis benefits per program year
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