Your MoneyTuesday, November 10
Kentucky's LIHEAP fall heating subsidy applications are open through Dec. 18
The 5AM Paducah team
If you need help with heating costs this winter, Community Action Agencies across Kentucky are taking applications for the LIHEAP Fall Subsidy. It's a one-time benefit that can help cover electricity, natural gas, propane, coal, wood and fuel oil.
LIHEAP Fall Subsidy by the numbers
- Nov. 9
- the day applications opened
- Dec. 18
- last day to apply, or until funding runs out
- 150%
- of Federal Poverty Guidelines, the household income ceiling
Sources: WPSD Local 6, The Paducah Sun
- Where to apply: the Community Action Agency serving your county
- Order: first come, first served
- No disconnect notice, past-due bill or eviction notice required
- Once approved, the benefit is paid directly to your utility company
Have these ready when you apply. The benefit may be applied as credit to your household's account.
Applicants will need to bring four kinds of documents
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Social Security number | Or Permanent Resident Card, for each household member |
| Household income | All members, from the prior month |
| Heating bill | Or a statement from your landlord or utility |
| Account numbers | Main heating fuel sources and electric bill |
Source: WPSD Local 6
Sources: WPSD Local 6, The Paducah Sun