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About this LIHWAP program in Warren, AR
Areas served:
Bradley, Drew, Desha, Ashley, Chicot.
Arkansas Community Action Agencies (CAAs) offer a variety of opportunities for low- and moderate-income Arkansans to increase the stability of their families and levels of self-sufficiency.
Low-income people have opportunities to be engaged as members of their communities through volunteering and other civic activities.
People with disabilities and the elderly are equipped with support and emergency services that help them maintain independent living status.
Infants, children, and young people receive development services that enable them to reach their full potential.
Arkansas CAA works with a network of social partners to provide opportunities for families and improve living conditions in low-income communities.
Programs for energy efficiency and assistance to utilities.
Utility costs for low-income households consume a significant part of their monthly income.
Improving the energy efficiency of these homes will not only reduce your utility bills but also reduce your energy consumption.
Arkansas Community Action Agencies to help with public services for low-income families under the federally funded Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
This program works on a first-come, first-served basis.
Funding is limited.
Payment of fixed benefits is provided on the basis of the monthly income and size of the household.
The income guidelines are revised annually.
In general, LIHEAP services are paid directly to public service companies on behalf of the applicant.
Eligible families may receive assistance per program once.
LIHEAP Crisis Intervention ProgramProvides assistance to low-income families to avoid disconnection or to restore service after disconnecting.
State policy determines the maximum amount of aid available per household.
Benefits are paid directly to the utility company.
Eligible families may receive assistance once per program.
A copy of a shut-off notification notice is needed.
Requirements Needed:
Proof of Residency
Proof of income for all members of the household and from all sources that were received in the month.
Proof of income:
- Copies of the control slips showing pay before tax for full-time, part-time, or self-employed persons
- Statement by the Department of Employment Security for all unemployed adults
- Statement by the Office for the Application of Child Support, if one or more natural parents are not in the family
- Identification of members of all households (name, date of birth, social security number)
- Copy of utility charges
Arkansas LIHWAP
Apply online or by phone 888-985-6441.
The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program is an emergency program to help families with overdue
water bills or who are at risk of losing water service at their home. LIHWAP is a grant you do not have to
repay. Eligible households can receive a one-time benefit of up to $2,000.
If your water or wastewater services have been cut off or if your services are in danger of being cut off
because your bill is past due, you may be eligible.
Documents needed to apply
• Proof of identity
• Social Security card
• Proof of income
• Copies of most recent water utility bills
• Lease agreement (if water is included in your rent)
Customers who receive benefits from LIHEAP, SNAP, SSI, and TANF are considered Categorically Eligible, which means they automatically qualify for LIHWAP benefits.
