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NCDHHS »   Divisions »   Social Services »   Energy Assistance »   Low Income Energy Assistance

Low Income Energy Assistance (LIEAP)

The Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) is a federally-funded program that provides for a one-time vendor payment to help eligible households pay their heating bills.

Households including a person aged 60 or older or disabled persons receiving services through the NC Division of Aging and Adult Services are eligible to sign up for assistance from Dec. 1 – 31. All other households may apply from Jan. 1 – March 31 or until funds are exhausted.

Households that meet the following criteria may be eligible:

  • Have at least one U.S. citizen or non-citizen who meets the eligibility criteria.
  • Meet an income test.
  • Have reserves at or below $2,250.
  • Be responsible for its heating costs.

Eligibility

The following chart describes the Low Income Energy Assistance Eligibility Requirements.

Eligibility Requirement What's Needed How Often
Identity ID, Contact with someone knowledgeable of your situation. At application
Address Lease, rental agreement, any other shelter expenses, contact with someone knowledgeable of your situation. At application or situation, if moving
Citizenship/ Alien Status Verification of citizenship/alien status via Immigration and Naturalization Service. At application
Social Security Number Valid social security card or number. At application
Earned Income: Wages/Self-Employment Wage stubs, tax forms contacting employer. At application
Unearned Income: Public Benefits/ Private Retirement Benefits/Trust, etc. Documents from provider, award letter. At application
Assets/Resources Ownership and tax records - bank and court documents. At application
Heating Expense Copy of bills. At application

Low-Income Energy Assistance Income Levels Based on 130% of Federal Poverty

CIP/LIEAP Q&A

How to Apply

Households including a person aged 60 or older or an individual receiving disability benefits and services through the NC Division of Aging and Adult Services are eligible to sign up for assistance from Dec. 1 – 31. All other households may apply from Jan. 1 – March 31, or until funds are exhausted. Contact your local Department of Social Services for the application dates and for additional information on LIEAP.

Contact

For more information, please contact your local Department of Social Services or the NC Division of Social Services.

Energy Assistance

  • Energy Provider Portal
  • Low Income Energy Assistance
    • Crisis Intervention Program
  • Low Income Household Water Assistance Program

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