Atlanta, GA – Tuesday, eligible residents may begin applying for cooling assistance through the Georgia Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). This program assists low-income, elderly, and disabled Georgians with cooling costs through direct payments to home energy suppliers.
To qualify, a family’s annual income must be less than or equal to 60% of the median income for a Georgia family. For a household of one, the income threshold is $33,038, and for a household of five, the income threshold is $73,700. Individuals ages 65 years and older and the medically homebound may apply starting on April 1, 2025. All other Georgians who wish to apply can do so beginning May 1, 2025.
Funds are administered through local Community Action Agencies on a first-come, first-served basis until all funds are exhausted…