How to apply for Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) — Tallatoona Community Action Partnership in Georgia

Who it's for

Tallatoona Community Action Partnership delivers the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for Douglas County. LIHEAP makes a one-time payment toward a household's home heating or cooling bill to reduce the energy burden on income-eligible households, with crisis help when a shutoff is imminent. Households qualify with income at or below 60% of the state median income. Book an appointment online or through Tallatoona's automated line at 770-817-4666. Households where every adult is 65 or older can book early. Households where every adult is medically homebound must call 770-773-7730 ext. 300 instead, and staff can take the application at home. Help is first-come, first-served until funds run out, so apply early.

What you'll need

• Proof of income for everyone 18 or older (past 30 days)
• Most recent heating bill and most recent electric bill (each dated within 30 days)
• Original Social Security cards for all household members
• Driver's license or government-issued photo ID for the applicant
• Proof of citizenship or immigration status

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) — Tallatoona Community Action Partnership. 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 income for everyone 18 or older (past 30 days), most recent heating bill and most recent electric bill (each dated within 30 days), original Social Security cards for all household members — 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 (each heating and cooling season)