Families hit hardest by the pandemic will receive aid through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program.  900-million dollars in supplemental funding is being offered by Federal agencies to respond to home energy needs surrounding the national emergency created by the coronavirus.

Eligible families may apply for a benefit of $350 or $400 depending on the household income.  Eligible elderly program participants (60 years of age and older) can expect to receive the maximum benefit of $400.

The program is designed to assist low-income, elderly and disabled Georgians with energy costs through direct payments made directly to home energy suppliers.
Funds are administered through local Community Action Agencies.

Interested parties may contact North Georgia Community Action to determine how the program will accept applications.

You can reach the Chattooga County office at 706-857-0729