Description:

Assists with applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) that helps with the high cost of winter heating.

Nicor Sharing:
-Provides energy assistance for NICOR customers only. Customers must meet the income guidelines and did not receive a LIHEAP grant in the same fiscal year. Disabled Veterans may receive LIHEAP and NICOR Sharing.

North Shore SHARE-THE-WARMTH:
-This program is for North Shore Gas and People!€™s Energy Customers who must be at least $200 in arrears.

Township boundaries do not follow municipal or zip code boundaries. Verify the Township residency of clients prior to contacting the Township for services. Click the link below and enter the addresses of the clients in the magnifying glass: https://maps.lakecountyil.gov/MyGovernmentServices/

Eligibility:

Must be a resident of Fremont Township and meet income guidelines found on the website https://fremonttownship.com/news-release/assistance-programs/.

Languages:

None

Program Fees:

No fee.

Intake Process:

Call for an appointment.

Documents required:
- Proof of Income

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Address Listings

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

- Adult and Child diapers
- Cleaning Supplies
- Paper Products
- Personal Care Products
- Non-Perishable food

-Recycle bedding(towels, sheets and blankets), shoes, eyeglasses, hearing aids, flags and yarn.

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Legal Status:

Township

Date of Official Change:

December 12, 2023

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