Phone: 501-624-5724
2254 Albert Pike Road
Hot Springs, Arkansas 71913

Open enrollment for LIHEAP's Summer Cooling Program opens July 6.

LIHEAP

Low income energy assistance program

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LIHEAP

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

What is LIHEAP?

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) assists eligible households with bill payment assistance, home energy crisis intervention, outreach, energy advocacy, information about utility consumer rights and referrals.

Attention

LIHEAP is currently closed and is not accepting applications for assistance at this time. Open enrollment for LIHEAP's Summer Cooling Program opens July 6 and applications will be accepted then.

Priority Enrollment

The priority enrollment period is Dec. 12. This period prioritizes the elderly, disabled and families with children younger than 6 years old.

Applications should be received by mail If an application is not received, they may be picked up at 2228 Albert Pike Road, Suite P, in Hot Springs.

The priority application packet will contain an applications, self-addressed envelope and a checklist.

All applicants must provide proof of income, a copy of a photo ID, and a copy of a Social Security for the applicant and household members ages 18 years and older.

We will also need a copy of both an electric bill and gas bill.
2026 Winter Heating Program Checklist

Summer Cooling Program

Apply Online
The LHEAP Summer Cooling Program is open for enrollment.

Applications are available at 2228 Albert Pike Road, Suite P, in Hot Springs.

All applicants must provide proof of income, a copy of a photo ID, and a copy of a Social Security for the applicant and household members ages 18 years and older.

We will also need a copy of both an electric bill and gas bill.

Call CSO's LIHEAP office today at 501-762-0420. Apply online by visiting this link
2026 Summer Cooling Program Checklist

LIHEAP assists eligible low-income households with cooling, heating, and electric energy utilities. Eligibility is based on both financial and nonfinancial criteria. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis with an emphasis on applicants who have been disconnected, are in threat of disconnection, or are facing a life-threatening situation.

This program is offered during the Winter and Summer programs or until all funds are exhausted. Applications are taken during the Winter and Summer Programs, and are dependent on the availability of funds.

Applications are available online as well as at 2228 Albert Pike Suite P, Hot Springs, AR 71913.

LIHEAP applicatons and a drop box are available 24/7 at 2228 Albert Pike, Suites N and P. Online applicants must use getliheap.com. The mailing address is PO Box 1175, Hot Springs AR 71902. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

LIHEAP benefits are not considered income or resources for any purpose, including taxation.

The Regular Assistance program offers a one-time payment per eligible household per application period and is available during both winter and summer application periods. The benefit is designed to assist households with their ENERGY BURDEN, not to cover total costs. Only electric benefits are available during the Summer Program.

You must have an active utility account.

Crisis Assistance offers a one-time payment per eligible household per application period and is available during both winter and summer application periods. The Crisis Assistance benefit is designed to restore or prevent the disconnection of an energy utility.

Proof of Identity

  • A driver’s license
  • OR
  • Another government-issued photo ID

Social Security Information

  • Cards for household members ages 18 or older
  • Numbers for household minors
  • Birth certificates for infants age one or younger who have no Social Security Number

Proof of Income for all household members 18 and older

  • Employment check stubs from the month prior to the application
  • OR
  • Social Security or other benefit statement(s)

Utility Bills

  • Most recent utility bills

Lease Agreement

  • If any utilities are included in your rent
  • If you live in subsidized housing, you may not be eligible for LIHEAP

Income eligibility chart

PERSONS IN HOUSEHOLD INCOME LIMIT DETERMINED BY MAXIMUM MONTHLY COUNTABLE INCOME (MCI)
1State Median Income (SMI)$2,347
2SMI$3,070
3SMI$3,792
4SMI$4,514
5SMI$5,236
6SMI$5,958
7FPG$6,094
8Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG)$6,769
9FPG$7,456
10FPG$8,144
11FPG$8,831
12FPG$9,519
13FPG$10,206
14FPG$10,894
15FPG$11,581
16FPG$12,269
17FPG$12,956
18FPG$13,644
19FPG$14,331
20FPG$15,019
Note: Add $688 for each additional household member.

Income eligibility calculator

Maximum Monthly Countable Income $2,347

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