Energy Assistance Available Through Community Action Agencies

Staff Report

The Georgia Department of Human Services is accepting applications for this winter’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program for heating.

The program began on Dec. 2, 2024, for individuals ages 65 years and older, and medically homebound households. All other eligible Georgians were allowed to schedule an appointment beginning Jan. 2, 2025.

This program assists Georgians, whether homeowners or renters, with heating bills through direct payments to home energy suppliers.

Funds are administered through local Community Action Agencies on a first-come, first-served basis until all funds are exhausted.

To qualify, a family’s income must be less than or equal to 60 percent of the median income for a Georgia family. The income threshold is $33,038 for a household of one and $73,700 for a household of five.

To apply for assistance, Georgians must contact their local CAA and provide the following:

• Most recent heating bill or statement of service from their heating provider
• Social Security numbers for each household member
• Proof of citizenship for each household member
• Proof of income (e.g., paycheck stub or a public assistance verification letter) for the last 30 days for each adult household member 
• Verification of Social Security or unemployment benefits for all applicable household members

In Columbus, the agency is Enrichment Services Program Inc., located at 2601 Cross Country Drive, Building C, Columbus, Ga. 31906. You can call (706) 649-1600 for an appointment.

For more information on LIHEAP, click here. To find a CAA in your area, visit georgiacaa.org.