How to apply for LIHEAP energy assistance (Community Action of Eastern Iowa) — Scott
Community Action of Eastern Iowa
Who it's for
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) can help pay part of your winter heating costs if you meet income guidelines. In Scott County, Community Action of Eastern Iowa takes LIHEAP applications. Starting October 1, households with someone 60 or older, someone living with a disability, a disconnection notice, power turned off, or a furnace not working properly may apply; the general public can apply from November 1 through April 30. You can apply by mail, by phone, online (from November 1), or in person at the Davenport office at 500 E. 59th Street, Davenport. Call 563-324-3236.
The community action agency decides eligibility and the benefit amount, and help depends on available funds. Statewide income screening (200% of the federal poverty guidelines) is set by Iowa HHS.
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 563-324-3236 to ask what to bring, or see Community Action of Eastern Iowa's required-documents help article
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-563-324-3236
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about LIHEAP energy assistance (Community Action of Eastern Iowa) — Scott. 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 563-324-3236 to ask what to bring, or see Community Action of Eastern Iowa's required-documents help article — 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.