Arkansas energy cost benefits arrive in 17 days with LIHEAP payments.
Arkansas Residents to Receive Benefits from Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program
Exciting news for Arkansas residents! Starting July 10, those who have applied and been approved can expect to receive benefits from the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). This program, administered by the Central Arkansas Development Council, will provide much-needed assistance to over a dozen counties in the state.
Which Counties Will Receive Payments?
The following counties will be issued payments for the summer: Calhoun, Clark, Columbia, Dallas, Hempstead, Hot Spring, Howard, Lafayette, Little River, Lonoke, Miller, Montgomery, Nevada, Ouachita, Pike, Pulaski, Saline, Sevier, and Union. If you reside in any of these counties, be on the lookout for your LIHEAP benefits!
How Does LIHEAP Work?
The Arkansas Department of Human Services opened applications earlier this year for low-income households seeking assistance with their summer cooling bills. The amount of assistance provided is determined by factors such as household income, the number of individuals in the home, and the size of the cooling bill.
Residents can receive a maximum relief of $475 towards their cooling expenses, while the minimum payment is $48. LIHEAP also offers two options for benefit payments: the regular benefit, which is based on household size and income, and the crisis benefit, which is available to those facing financial hardships and struggling to keep their power on. The crisis benefit can provide up to $2000 for the summer, thanks to the LIHEAP Clearinghouse in contract with the Department of Health and Human Services.
How to Apply for LIHEAP
If you’re interested in applying for LIHEAP, you must submit your application through the organization operating within your county. The deadline to apply is September 30, 2023. For more information and to access the application, please visit the CADC website.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to receive assistance with your utility bill payments. Apply for LIHEAP today!
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