Winter’s cold temperatures mean more strain on our heating systems, leading to increased utility costs. If you or a loved one need financial assistance to pay your bills, you may qualify for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. LIHEAP helps low income households stay safe and healthy by providing financial assistance to offset the costs of heating and cooling.
What it does
- Heating assistance
- Cooling assistance
- Crisis assistance
- Furnace and central air conditioner repair and replacement assistance
- Window air conditioner purchase assistance
- Fan program
- Weatherization services
- Heating and cooling repair and replacement assistance
Contact
Fill out an application at:
ACCESSNebraska
800-383-4278
accessnebraska.ne.gov
LIHEAP maximum allowable income
(October 1, 2023 – September 30, 2024)
| Household size | LIHEAP Gross Income Limit (150% of Federal Poverty Level) |
| 1 | $21,870 |
| 2 | $29,580 |
| 3 | $37,290 |
| 4 | $45,000 |
| 5 | $52,710 |
OTHER NEWS
Between the lines: That will never happen
By Gwen Kautz, Dawson PPD General Manager gkautz (at) dawsonpower.com 308-324-2386 I just finished reading an article about shopping malls that are closing across the United States because online shopping is replacing a physical trip to the store. As an avid online...
Know what is below
The 811 process for homeowners For projects that include planting a tree, installing a mailbox or building a deck, among others. Notify – Notify your local one-call center by calling 811 or making an online request 2-3 days before work begins. The one-call center will...
Snapshot: “I’ve got your back”
At Dawson PPD, safety is key. Lineworkers use a “spotter” when working out in the field. The spotter’s job is pretty straightforward; they watch the other employee work and warn them of any potential hazards. “When someone is up in the bucket truck, it is the...