Neighbors Helping Neighbors
To respectively serve area residents in need while empowering them toward food security and independence.
Help With Heating Bills
LIHEAP, the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, provides cash grants to help families pay their heating bills. You might qualify for up to $1,000 in help. Note: The application deadline for cash grants is Friday, April 10.
Note: In addition to cash grants, LIHEAP provides crisis assistance for those experiencing a heating emergency.
How to apply
To apply:
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Online, go to compass.dhs.pa.gov.
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By mail, call 610-466-1042 to request an application.
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In person, go to the Chester County Assistance Office at 100 James Buchanan Drive in Thorndale, business days between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
For help with the application process:
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Call Rep. Dan Williams at 484-200-8256.
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Call the PECO LIHEAP hotline at 800-344-3574.
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Visit PECO.com/liheap.
Don't take "no" for an answer!
If you’ve been turned down for LIHEAP, appeal the decision. Oftentimes, people are turned down because of a simple mistake that can easily be fixed. Appealing is easy! Use the form in your denial letter, and if you need advice, call us at 610-273-6102.