Who can apply
Income and household eligibility rules apply, including responsibility for heating costs. Early intake has specific older-age or disability-service conditions.
What help is available
The payment goes to the heating vendor. It is separate from crisis assistance.
Documents to prepare
- Identity and address proof.
- Income and resource evidence.
- Heating bills and requested eligibility records.
How to get started
Check your window
Use LIEAP guidance. December intake serves listed priority households; others apply January–March.
Apply
Use ePASS or county DSS and confirm current local dates.
Provide records
Respond to the worker’s verification requests.
After applying
Ask about CIP if a health-related heating emergency develops.
Website screenshots
These images show the pages captured in August 2026. Website screens and rules may have changed.
Common questions
Is every disabled household eligible for December intake?
The state specifies disability-benefit and aging-services conditions.
Who receives payment?
The vendor.
Can funds run out?
Yes.
Is a shutoff application separate?
Ask DSS about CIP.
Sources and review
Content checked October 1, 2026 using LIEAP intake and documents. Current eligibility and the final decision remain with the program.
Historical screenshots: source reference.