Energy Assistance

The Energy Assistance Program (EAP) helps pay home heating costs. Households with the lowest incomes and highest energy costs receive the greatest benefit.

• Households who are at or below 50 percent of the state median income are eligible
• Size of grant is based on household size, income, fuel type and energy usage
• Households with the lowest income and highest fuel costs receive the highest grants
• Federally funded through U.S. Department of Human Services
• Funds are available for renters or homeowners

Services Include:

• Provide direct payment to the energy supplier
• Educate consumers to use home heating energy efficiently and safely
• Advocate with energy suppliers and human service providers on behalf of consumers
• Crisis help for utility disconnections or necessary fuel deliveries
• Emergency heating system repair or replacement