|
Help to heat homes available
News · November 20, 2014
Community Action of Eastern Iowa on Nov. 3 started taking applications for the 2014-2015 Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program.
The program serves homeowners and renters in Muscatine, Cedar, Clinton, and Scott counties. This program is not designed to pay a household’s total energy costs, read a press release. The program will provide supplemental assistance based on several factors. Those factors include total household income, household size, dwelling type, and type of heating fuel, among other factors.
Last year approximately 9,000 households applied for assistance. When applying, applicants should bring proof of income for the past 90 days, a recent copy of a heating and electric bill, and social security card for anyone who has not had it verified by staff in the past two years. Eligibility for the program is based upon federally established income guidelines. For example, a family of four can earn no more than $8,944 in a three month period. Eligible households may also receive weatherization services such as insulation and other energy conservation measures.
Households who are over LIHEAP regular income guidelines may still be eligible for LIHEAP benefits through the medical waiver component. The medical expenses must be documented, paid and non-reimbursable.
For more information or to apply, contact Community Action of Eastern Iowa, 1903 Park Ave., #18 (inside Muscatine Mall). Appointments are taken on Wednesdays. On other weekdays no appointment is needed. Appointments can be made for the West Liberty office. The last day to apply is April 30, 2015.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
