PAINTSVILLE, Ky. (July 2): Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy is here to help Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.
Enrollment starts July 16 and runs until September 13, 2024, or until designated funds are depleted, on a first-come, first-serve basis.
The Summer Subsidy Component provides households with incomes up to 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines a one-time benefit ranging from $50 to $250 depending on income levels and housing category. Benefits are paid directly to the household’s electric vendor.
Households should apply through their local outreach office. The Big Sandy Area Community Action Program serves the following counties:
Floyd County
60 Court Street
Allen, KY 40601
606-874-3595
Johnson County (Central Office)
230 Court Street
Paintsville, KY 41240 606-789-3641
Magoffin County
131 Church Street
Salyersville, KY 41465 606-349-2217
Martin County
387 E. Main Street
Inez, KY 41224
606-298-3217
Pike County
478 Town Mt. Road
Pikeville, KY 41501
606-432-2775
You can also visit https://bsacap.org for more information.
All applicants will be required to supply the following documentation at time of application:
• Proof of Social Security Number or Permanent Residence card (Green Card) for each member of the household.
• Proof of income from the preceding month for all members of the household.
• Most current electric bill, statement from your landlord if electric is included in your rent, statement from utility company if you participate in a Pre-Pay Electric Program.
• The account number and name on the account for main heating fuel sources and electric bill.
The Summer Subsidy does not require a disconnect notice or past due bill. The benefit can be applied as a credit on your account. Assistance received during previous LIHEAP components does not affect household’s eligibility.
Kentucky s Community Action Agencies operate LIHEAP in partnership with Community Action Kentucky and the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services who receive the funding as a pass-through block grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For more information about LIHEAP, including contact information for all local Community Action agencies, please visit the Community Action Kentucky website at www.CAPKY.org.
