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Helping Hands
Programs Available
LIHEAP (Gas & Electric Assistance)
People's Gas - Share the Warmth
UBR Water Program (Chicago Residents Only)
IHWAP (Weatherization)

LIHWAP Suburban Water Assistance is currently unavailable.
PY2024 Program Year Timeframe
(The end dates may change if funds are exhausted.)

Furnace - Oct. 2, 2023 - May 31, 2024
LIHEAP - Oct. 2, 2023 - Aug. 15, 2024

UBR - Oct. 2, 2023 - until further notice
 

ENERGY ASSISTANCE

Energy Assistance Required Intake Documents

                         

  • Proof of current 30-day gross income from all household members.

  • Copy of most recent heat and electric bills if you pay for your home energy directly.                                (Must provide entire bill along with a disconnection notice if applicable)

  • Social Security Cards for all household members.   

  • If SSA, SSI, or SSDI is an income the current Social Security Award letter must be presented. A        current letter must be date marked for the current year. You may obtain an electronic letter        by signing up for online account at www.ssa.gov. 

  • Applicants that have their utilities included in the rent must bring proof of rental agreement      stating monthly rental amount, that utilities are included, and landlord contact information.         (Rent costs must be greater than 30% of current household 30-day gross income).                           

Weatherization Required Intake Documents

                         

  • Proof of current 30-day gross income from all household members.

  • Copy of most recent heat and electric bills if you pay for your home energy directly.                                (Must provide entire bill along with a disconnection notice if applicable)

  • Social Security Cards for all household members.   

  • If SSA, SSI, or SSDI is an income the current Social Security Award letter must be presented. A        current letter must be date marked for the current year. You may obtain an electronic letter            by signing up for online account at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount. 

  • Proof of home ownership: Property tax bill, mortgage statement, or deed  

HOURS & LOCATION
Location

Physical Location

 

536-538 E. 147th Street

Harvey, IL 60426

Mailing Address

 

538 W. Sibley Blvd

South Holland, IL 60473

Tel: 708-223-2680

Program Intake Hours

Monday - Wednesday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Thursday (Weatherization Appts Only)

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Energy & Weatherization Assistance Eligibility Requirements
Check Application Status

Have you already applied and need to check the status of your application?

​***Furnace, Share the Warmth, Water & Weatherization application status cannot be checked through this portal. Please wait for the given timeframe of up to 45 days for processing. If the timeframe has passed contact Customer Service (800) 571-2332 for assistance.

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Residents must live in Cook County for assistance.
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