Liheap for Families
15 articles
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps families pay heating and cooling bills when money is tight. If you're struggling to keep your home at a safe temperature or worried about utility shutoffs, this category explains how the program works and what you might need to know about it. LIHEAP is run by states and tribes, so the details vary depending on where you live.
The articles here cover what LIHEAP actually does, how to find the program in your state, what information you'll typically need to gather, and how the process generally works. You'll also find information about related programs that may help with other energy costs or utility needs.
What LIHEAP Actually Pays Toward Your Heating and Cooling Bills
How to Apply for Weatherization Assistance to Lower Your Heating and Cooling Bills
How to Apply for Winter Heating Assistance
Using LIHEAP With Your Utility Company's Payment Plan
Stop a Utility Shutoff Before It Happens
What You Need Before You Apply for LIHEAP
How LIHEAP Works for Families: Income Limits and What You Need
LIHEAP Income Limits: What Your Household Needs to Earn
How LIHEAP Prioritizes Families With Young Children
LIHEAP and Weatherization Assistance: Which Program Helps Your Situation
Utility Discount Programs for Families: How to Lower Your Bills
How Utility Shutoff Protections Work for Families
What to Do When Your State's LIHEAP Funding Closes
When LIHEAP Opens Each Year and How to Find Out