ATTENTION: THIS PROGRAM IS CURRENTLY CLOSED.
2024-2025 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Heating
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for heating is available to all income eligible households in DeKalb, Gwinnett, Rockdale, Newton, and Walton Counties. This program offers a payment once per program year to be applied to your home heating bill.
When can I apply?
New appointments is expected to open around December 2025. Please check back for more details on the program’s opening date.
Who can apply?
Applicants must be residents of DeKalb, Gwinnett, Rockdale, Newton, and Walton counties who meet income eligibility guidelines listed below. Please note that households are only permitted to receive LIHEAP Heating assistance once per program year. Households with a credit of $1,000 or more on their utility accounts are not eligible for assistance.
| Household Size | Max Income |
| 1 | $33,038 |
| 2 | $43,203 |
| 3 | $53,369 |
| 4 | $63,535 |
| 5 | $73,700 |
| 6 | $83,866 |
| 7 | $85,772 |
| 8 | $87,678 |
| 9 | $89,584 |
| 10 | $91,490 |
How long does this process take?
Please allow 6-10 weeks for physical payment to be received. We ask that you continue paying your bill as much as possible during this time to prevent disconnection. If you are facing imminent disconnection, additional measures may be taken for eligible accounts to prevent loss of service.
How can I check the status of an application that I already submitted?
Please click the “Submit Inquiry” link below to reach our research department. Someone will contact you regarding the status of your application.
If you would like to complete a low-income Scana Referral, please contact us to speak to a representative.
If you require assistance with mortgage, rent, utilities, or other emergency services, please contact our Family Support Department for more information at 404-929-2500, option 1.
PCA – Covington Hwy
3597 Covington Hwy
Decatur, GA 30032
404-537-4300