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 |
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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 Deposit/Reconnect fee assistance Year round crisis assistance Emergency furnace...