Low income energy assistance available

The application deadline for the current Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) is quickly approaching. Applications will be accepted through February 28, 2018. The sooner you apply, the sooner help is available for rising heating costs.

Those who submitted applications and have not yet received a letter confirming receipt of their application are advised to call the LIEAP office at 1-800-246-4221 for further assistance.

LIEAP is a federally funded program designed to help low-income families and people on fixed incomes pay their heating bills during the winter months. LIEAP approval may also result in approval to get eligible homes weatherized which can significantly lower the energy costs and improve the comfort, health and safety of qualified Wyoming homes.

The highest benefits go to those households that have the highest energy costs or needs, taking into account the income and family size, and priority is given to households that include at least one member who is elderly, disabled, or age 5 and under.

Income guidelines are included in the complete application packet available at http://dfsweb.state.wy.us. Applications may also be requested by calling the LIEAP office or by sending an email request to lieapinfo@thealignteam.org.

Applications are also available at all local Department of Family Services (DFS) offices, Senior Centers, and other local partnering agencies. Applicants may also submit an application online athttps://www.lieapwyo.org/forms-and-application.html.

Applicants should mail completed applications and supporting documents to: P.O. Box 827, Cheyenne, WY 82003; fax them to 307-778-3943; submit online at https://www.lieapwyo.org/forms-and-application.html; or, email them tolieapinfo@thealignteam.org