Resources

In partnership with our Community Action agency members, Community Action Kentucky is dedicated to helping individuals and families achieve greater economic stability and improved health outcomes. Our collective network, which includes outreach offices in every Kentucky county, uniquely positions us to provide resources throughout the state. Below is an overview of the many programs and services that are currently available. We also encourage you to reach out to your local agency to learn about any location-specific services that may be available.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Cooling

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer enrollment will begin on July 28 and run through September 12, 2025.

Summer Cooling Component is designed to help offset the cost of a household’s electric cost, providing eligible households with a one-time benefit depending on income levels and housing category.

Applications will be accepted during the enrollment period, on a first-come, first-serve basis. Income eligibility for the program is up to and including 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. The benefits are paid directly to the household’s electric vendor.

Interested households should contact their local Community Action Agency office to apply.

All applicants will be required to supply the following documentation at the time of application:

- Proof of Social Security Number or Permanent Residence card (Green Card) for each member of the household.
- Proof of all household’s (all members) income from the preceding month.
- 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.

Summer Subsidy DOES NOT require a disconnect notice, a past due bill, or eviction notice. The Subsidy benefit can be applied as a credit on your account. Assistance received during previous LIHEAP components does not affect household’s eligibility.

Community Action Kentucky administers LIHEAP in partnership with 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.

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Home Energy Assistance Program (HEA)

The Home Energy Assistance Program, through partnerships with participating utility providers, allows Community Action Agencies to accept applications for slot-based programs. The program year runs from October to September, and households must re-apply each year.

Availability of slots is limited and depends on the utility provider, the household’s county, and the type of benefit. Approved applications are placed on a waitlist. Applications are selected from the waitlist based on households with the lowest income first. If a slot becomes available in the household’s county and all eligibility requirements are met, their application may be prioritized. An approved application is not a guarantee of a benefit.

The benefit months and benefit amount awarded to enrolled households varies based on the participating Utility Provider.

Participating Utilities Fact Sheets:

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Eligibility:

Household income must be at or below 200% Percentage of Poverty
Must be an active residential customer of a participating utility with service connected at the residence where benefits will be credited
Must use electricity or natural gas as the household’s primary heat source.
Must provide the utility with access for monthly meter readings
Does not reside in a multi-unit single metered building
There may be additional eligibility requirements specific to the Utility Provider(s).

Duke Energy and Kentucky Power HEA Crisis Programs begin taking applications in January. These programs are first come, first serve programs that assist households who are facing crisis situations.

Participating Utilities Crisis Fact Sheets:

Health Insurance Enrollment

Community Action Kentucky’s local kynectors are ready to help you navigate the process of applying for health insurance. Our kynectors can work with you by addressing your concerns and assisting you in the enrollment process. Whether you need full Medicaid benefits or qualify for a special enrollment period for a Qualified Health Plan on the State Based marketplace, kynectors are here to help. Contact your local Benefits Specialist for full details.

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