How to apply for HEAT energy assistance (LIHEAP) — UBAOG — Uintah in Utah
Uintah Basin Association of Governments (HEAT office for Daggett, Duchesne and Uintah counties)
Who it's for
HEAT (Home Energy Assistance Target) is Utah's year-round energy assistance program for eligible low-income households, paid for by the federal LIHEAP program. To qualify, total household income must be at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level, the household must pay its own home energy costs, it must have at least one adult, and at least one member must be a U.S. citizen or qualified non-citizen. The program year runs October 1 to September 30, or until federal LIHEAP funds run out. In Uintah County, UBAOG takes HEAT applications online, by mail, or at an office appointment at the Vernal HEAT office (374 E Main St, Suite C, on the main floor of the Vernal City Municipal Center); call 435-781-2021. After your appointment you have 10 days to turn in any missing papers. The Department of Workforce Services sends a letter with the benefit amount, which is paid to your utility. HEAT households may also get extra help from Moon Lake Electric, Enbridge Gas or Rocky Mountain Power programs.
HEAT pays one benefit per program year and depends on funding; applications close when federal LIHEAP funds run out. The local HEAT office decides eligibility and the payment. Statewide income limits are on the Utah HEAT record (ut.state.heat).
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
- A copy of your power and gas heat bills
- Proof of all income received by all household members in the month before you apply
- Proof of eligible medical expenses, child support and alimony paid in the month before you apply
- Proof of disability, if it applies
- Proof of citizenship or qualified non-citizen status, if it applies
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-435-781-2021
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about HEAT energy assistance (LIHEAP) — UBAOG — Uintah. 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 a copy of your power and gas heat bills, proof of all income received by all household members in the month before you apply, proof of eligible medical expenses, child support and alimony paid in the month before you apply — 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
Related programs
Other help that people in the same situation often look at.
- Energy AssistanceUtah HEAT (Home Energy Assistance Target): LIHEAP help with heating billsUtah Department of Workforce Services (DWS), Housing and Community Development, through local HEAT offices
- Tax ReliefProperty tax relief (abatements and exemptions) — Uintah CountyUintah County
- Tax ReliefUtah Circuit Breaker Homeowner's Credit (low-income property tax abatement, 67+ or widowed)Your county government, under Utah State Tax Commission rules
- Utility AssistanceFederal LifelineFederal Communications Commission / Universal Service Administrative Company
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.