County News
Energy Assistance Program - Apply November 2 - 13
This news item expired on 11/13/2009, so the information below could be outdated or incorrect.
The State of North Carolina will be providing heating assistance payments in February 2010 through the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP). These payments are designed to supplement energy costs incurred during winter months.
In partnership with the Buncombe County Department of Social Services, Community Action Opportunities will be taking applications for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program from November 2 through November 13, 2009. Applications will be taken at Community Action Opportunities between 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The address is 25 Gaston Street Asheville, NC 28801.
Any resident of Buncombe County is eligible to apply for the one-time cash payment; however, income and asset guidelines must be met in order to qualify. The LIEAP program is designed to provide a one-time supplement for winter energy costs for low-income residents.
September recipients of Food Assistance were automatically evaluated for the LIEAP program. Some received a notice stating that they will receive a payment in February, while others received a notice stating that they need to apply in person. Any other Buncombe County citizen who wishes to be considered for this program must apply in person from November 2 through November 13.
For more information about the Low Income Energy Assistance Program, contact Community Action Opportunities at (828) 252-2495.