How to apply for SETHRA Low-Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) — Rhea County in Tennessee
Southeast Tennessee Human Resource Agency (SETHRA)
Who it's for
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps pay heating and cooling bills for lower-income households. In Rhea County, LIHEAP is delivered by the Southeast Tennessee Human Resource Agency (SETHRA); the program is funded through the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA). Help is income-based. Apply through the local SETHRA office at 423-949-2191, or dial 2-1-1 Tennessee for a referral.
LIHEAP is income-based; the Tennessee Housing Development Agency sets the annual income limit and funding runs out seasonally. Apply through the local SETHRA office or 2-1-1, so this shows as a may-qualify result.
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
- Photo ID and Social Security numbers for the household
- Proof of household income for the past 30 days
- A recent electric, gas, or other home-energy bill
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 423-949-2191
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about SETHRA Low-Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) — Rhea 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 photo ID and Social Security numbers for the household, proof of household income for the past 30 days, a recent electric, gas, or other home-energy bill — 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.