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Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) | Tri-County Opportunities Council

405 Emmons Avenue, Rock Falls, IL 61071

Eligibility

Open to those whose income falls at or below 60% of the State Median Income

Required documents

Copy of Social Security cards for everyone in the household or ITIN for residents who have them (residents without ITIN or SSN can still apply), copy of Photo ID of anyone 18 years old or older that lives in the household, copy of 30-day income (can be current Social Security letter, bank statement, paycheck stubs, and child support or retirement income) this includes Social Security or Supplemental Security Income for any child in the home, if no income, you must fill out completely the Zero Income Form sign and date if for anyone 18 years old or older copy of current gas/electric/propane bill and current disconnect notice (if received) you do not have to have a disconnection notice or be behind on paying your bill to apply, copy of Public Aid printout showing TANF and/or SNAP amounts, if applicable

Hours

Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm
(800) 323-5434
Voice·

Toll-Free

(815) 625-7830
Voice·

Main Phone

Application process

Call to set up an appointment

Fees

None

Service area

Bureau County, IL Carroll County, IL Lasalle County, IL Lee County, IL Marshall County, IL Ogle County, IL Stark County, IL Whiteside County, IL

LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program) provides utility bill assistance. Applications are accepted from October 1 to August 15, or until funds are exhausted, whichever comes first. Income must fall at or below 60% of the State Median Income. Call for an appointment.

Date of Last Formal Update

01/15/2026

Data provided by

United Way of the Midlands

Providing organization

Tri-County Opportunities Council

Provides critical support programs for those in need.