Energy Assistance Program
Financial assistance to pay a portion of a household's energy and heating bills, with emergency help for utility disconnection and heating system repair.
Who it is for
Both renters and homeowners can qualify. Eligibility is based on income, household size, and actual heating-fuel costs.
About this program
The Energy Assistance Program is federally funded through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. It provides financial assistance to pay a portion of a household's energy and heating bills.
The program also offers emergency assistance for utility disconnection, educates consumers to use home heating energy efficiently and safely, and provides emergency heating system repair or replacement for homeowners under the Energy Related Repair Program.
How to get started
An application must be completed every year. Contact a Prairie Five office if you have questions or need help completing an application.