Energy assistance in Indiana: What you need to know about LIHEAP - EASY Wireless

Many people living in Indiana need energy assistance because of rising fuel prices. Luckily there is a federal program called LIHEAP that can help you!

Recently Duke Energy Indiana was seeking a 7.2% rate increase for residential customers, with the new charges set to take effect at the beginning of October if approved.

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission approved an increased fuel adjustment charge. Our bills are bound to increase by a substantial amount.

This is not good news, particularly for people already having difficulty settling their energy bills.

However, LIHEAP Indiana can take away that burden for those who qualify.

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is worth checking out because there are a few different ways they can help you.

The two main programs within LIHEAP have different requirements to qualify, so it is worth finding out how you can get help.

Even people with higher incomes can qualify for weatherization grants; if you are low-income, you may qualify for both programs.

We will explain everything you need to know about getting energy assistance from LIHEAP in Indiana!

What is LIHEAP In Indiana?  - EASY Wireless

What is LIHEAP In Indiana?

Indiana's Energy Assistance Program gives financial aid to low-income households to maintain utility services during the winter heating season.

This is usually in the form of monthly payments made by LIHEAP Indiana directly to the utility company on your behalf.

The LIHEAP Indiana Weatherization Grant (WAP) - EASY Wireless

The LIHEAP Indiana Weatherization Grant (WAP)

Indiana's Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is made to help the low-income citizens of Indiana. The Funding comes from the federal government and is then given to Community Action Agencies (CAA).

These agencies, in turn, help their own residents in each county. The Community Agencies each have their own crews that provide the services.

 These services include evaluating a building or home to see where improvements could reduce heating bills. This includes an evaluation of the furnace and water heater.

They then decide on a grant amount to help you improve your home to conserve energy and have lower heating bills.

This program may also help repair and replace damaged heating equipment, even for people who rent or live in multi-family dwellings.

To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Indiana and be responsible for paying for heating or utility services and meet the required criteria.

People participating in benefit programs such as SNAP, SSI, and TANF automatically qualify. You can also qualify by income, as seen in the chart below.

Income Requirements for LIHEAP Assistance in Indiana

Household Size/ Maximum Income Level

National LIHEAP Income Guidelines for 2022- 2023 - EASY Wireless

Add $7,080 per additional person if your home has more than eight people.

Eligibility Requirements

Requirements are highlighted below:

Those applying for the Indiana LIHEAP program need to have a gross monthly income that is equal to or less than the maximum eligible income as provided for in the Indiana LIHEAP program.

Those currently receiving SNAP, TANF, and SSI are eligible automatically for the Indiana LIHEAP program.

To be eligible, you should be a resident of the state of Indiana and a US national or a registered legal alien.

Emergency Benefits for LIHEAP Indiana

Their heating system or thermostat is either shutoff or is scheduled to be shut off

Their electric or natural gas heat is shut off or scheduled to be shut off

They run out of fuel, have less than a quarter tank of fuel oil or kerosene or have less than 10 days’ supply of deliverable heat sources.

Be aware that they only have a small amount of funding for emergency help each year and when it is gone it is gone, Check the website to see the deadline for applying each year.

If your heating is about to be turned off first contact the utility company and see if they have available emergency funding to cover you. If not, try to work out a payment plan.

If that fails contact your local service provider in your county. Or dial 211 to get a referral for help in your local community.  

Applying for LIHEAP In Indiana - EASY Wireless

Applying for LIHEAP In Indiana

Applying for the Indiana LIHEAP program is not hard. You can to get in contact with a program representative for guidance.

You can apply online at the Indiana Energy Assistance Client Portal. You have to register as a user first and then you can apply online or use the call center if you have questions.

On the  (IHCDA) Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority you can find your local authority for LIHEAP by clicking on your county on the map of Indiana.

For information on the Indiana LIHEAP program, contact your nearest local office.

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If you qualify for LIHEAP you can also qualify for the Affordable Connectivity Program.

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What is the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)

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