How to apply for Yancey County DSS — Energy Assistance: LIEAP & Crisis Intervention (Yancey County) in North Carolina

Yancey County Department of Social Services (Burnsville) — the local agency that takes LIEAP (heating) and Crisis Intervention Program (CIP) applications for Yancey County.

Who it's for

North Carolina's Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) gives a one-time payment toward heating bills, and the Crisis Intervention Program (CIP) helps when a household faces a heating or cooling emergency. Both are run through the Yancey County Department of Social Services. Households with someone age 60+ or a person with disabilities who gets services through the NC Division of Aging may apply starting December 1; other households apply January 1 through March 31 or until funds run out. Apply online at ePASS (https://epass.nc.gov) or call Yancey County DSS at 828-682-6148.

Yancey County: LIEAP/CIP are income-tested and administered by Yancey County DSS. Priority window for households age 60+ or with a disability opens December 1; general window January 1–March 31 or until funds are exhausted. Apply via ePASS or the county DSS.

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What you'll need

Proof of all household income
Recent heating bill
Proof of Yancey County residency
Social Security numbers for household members

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 828-682-6148

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Yancey County DSS — Energy Assistance: LIEAP & Crisis Intervention (Yancey 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, recent heating bill, proof of Yancey County residency — 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.

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