Thornton Township will host a Veterans Day Celebration at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov.12 at the township, 333 E. 162nd St. All are welcome to attend.
The Illinois Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is designed to assist eligible low income households pay for winter energy services. LIHEAP will provide a one-time benefit to eligible households to be used for energy bills. The amount of payment is determined by income, household size, fuel type, and geographic location.
When:
| Beginning September 1, 2016 | Seniors, People with Disabilities |
| Beginning October 1, 2016 | Households with children under the age of 6 years and disconnected households |
| Beginning November 1, 2016 | All other eligible households |
Locations:
Thornton Township, 333 E. 162nd St. in South Holland
Thornton Township Food Assistance Center, 15340 Page Avenue in Harvey
Income Eligibility:
If your household’s combined income for the 30 days prior to application (gross income, before taxes are deducted) is at or below 150% of the federal poverty level as shown in the chart below, you may be eligible to receive assistance. If you rent, and your heat and/or electric is included in the rent, your rent must be greater than 30% of your income in order to be eligible to receive assistance.
| Family Size | 30 Day Income | Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,485 | $17,820 |
| 2 | $2,003 | $24,030 |
| 3 | $2,520 | $30,240 |
| 4 | $3,038 | $36,450 |
| 5 | $3,555 | $42,660 |
| 6 | $4,073 | $48,870 |
| 7 | $4,591 | $55,095 |
| 8 | $5,111 | $61,335 |
Bring all appropriate documentation:
Do not forget to bring all required documentation when you apply, including:
- Proof of gross income from all household members for the 30-day period beginning with the date of application.
- A copy of current heat and electric bills issued within the last 30 days (if energy directly paid for).
- A copy of rental agreement (if renting) showing that utilities are included, the monthly rental amount and landlord contact information.
- Proof of Social Security numbers for all household members.
- Proof the household received TANF or other benefits, such as Medical Eligibility or SNAP, if receiving assistance from the Illinois Department of Human Services.
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