How to apply for LIHEAP energy assistance (West Central Community Action) — Monona in Iowa
West Central Community Action (WCCA)
Who it's for
In Monona County, West Central Community Action (WCCA) takes applications for LIHEAP, the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program. LIHEAP helps qualifying low-income Iowa homeowners and renters pay part of their main heating costs for the winter heating season. The amount is based on household income, household size, type of fuel, and type of housing. Applications open November 1 and end April 30. Contact the WCCA Monona County Outreach Office at 801-B 10th St., Onawa (phone 712-423-2603). Outreach offices also offer energy crisis help.
The community action agency decides eligibility and the benefit amount, and all LIHEAP help depends on available federal funds. Iowa HHS sets the statewide income rules.
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
- Call the outreach office to ask what to bring
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-712-423-2603
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about LIHEAP energy assistance (West Central Community Action) — Monona. 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 call the outreach office to ask what to bring — 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
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.