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Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Utility Bill Assistance (Non-Crisis)

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is available to all income eligible households in East Baton Rouge Parish.

Applicants may only receive one LIHEAP benefit each season.

  • Heating: November 15 – March 15
  • Cooling: April 1 – September 30

Accepting applications for Seniors (65+) on Mondays and the general population Tuesdays through Thursdays until funds are exhausted.

Household Size
 Annual Household Income
1
 $29,713
2
 $38,856
3
 $47,999
4
 $57,142
5
 $66,284
6
 $75,247
7
 $77,141
8
 $78,855

Please bring copies of all required documents to your scheduled appointment.

  • Current gas bill and electric bill (Must show your name, full address, account number, and amount due.)
  • Proof of income for the last 30 days for all occupants over 18 years old
  • Social Security cards for all household members
  • Valid Photo ID (Driver’s License, Permanent Resident Card, Passport, etc.)

 

Utility Bill Assistance (Crisis)

Residents may receive crisis assistance once a year with proof of income, picture identification, and social security cards for all household members along with a bill or printout from the applicant’s utility company/companies. Applicant must be responsible for the household energy cost and have a threatening or actual interruption of service. Assistance is contingent upon the availability of funding.

LIHEAP Forms

LIHEAP Application Form (PDF)

Complete this form to apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program.

Verification of Employment (PDF)

Completed by Employer for individuals who cannot produce all required check stubs to determine income eligibility.

Self-Employment Self-Certification Form (PDF)

Completed by Self-Employed Individuals must attach recent tax returns or bank statements for months reported as Self-Employed.

LIHEAP Zero Income Form (PDF)

Completed by all household members 18 and over without income.

LIHEAP Zero Income Supplemental Sheet (PDF)

Complete by Head of Household only with no income

Statement of Contributions (PDF)

Completed by the person contributing to a zero-income household to cover household expenses.

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This website is supported by Grant Number 2501LALIEA from the Office of Community Services/Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) within the Administration for Children and Families, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Neither the Administration for Children and Families nor any of its components operate, control, are responsible for, or necessarily endorse this website (including, without limitation, its content, technical infrastructure, and policies, and any services or tools provided). The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Administration for Children and Families and the Office of Community Services/Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)