LOW INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LIHEAP)
Program Coordinator: Linda Elliott – 815-338-7752
McHenry County Housing Authority continues to take applications for the energy program on an "Appointment Only Basis". This program will assist low income households by giving them a grant toward their gas and/or electric bills. An overdue bill or cut-off notice is not required. In order to make an appointment you must call the McHenry County Housing Authority at (815) 338-7752.
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MONTH |
WHO CAN APPLY? |
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September, 2007 |
*Elderly and Disabled clients only |
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October, 2007 |
*Elderly and Disabled AND
*All clients who are disconnected |
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November, 2007 through
May, 2008 |
*Elderly and Disabled
*Families
*Clients who are disconnected |
WHO IS ELIGIBLE? Households and individuals whose incomes are less than the following maximum for the last thirty days:
Family Size/Income
1- $1300
2- $1750
3- $2200
4- $2650
5- $3100
6- $3550
7- $4000
8- $4900
HOW ASSISTANCE IS
OBTAINED Applicants must bring the following documentation with them for the appointment: (1) Proof of income for all household members for the 30 days prior to the day of their appointment; (2) Current Utility Bills – gas, electric, fuel oil, propane; (3) Social Security cards for all household members; (4) Rental Agreement, Lease, Computation Sheet or Mortgage Payment Book that states the amount of rent/mortgage paid; and (5) Current Medical Card, Link Card or WIC.