Funded by the federal government and administered by the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services, the Energy Assistance Program helps eligible elderly, homebound, and other low-income Georgians with home heating costs, weatherization and other home energy needs. 

The plan outlines eligibility requirements and benefit payment schedules for the distribution of client benefits. Copies of the draft plan are available for review on the DFCS website, at County DFCS offices, Community Action Agencies and Area Agencies on Aging.

People who wish to make written comments on the plan should send them to:

LIHEAP Program, Division of Family and Children Services, Office of Family Independence
Two Peachtree Street, NW, Suite 21-276, Atlanta, GA 30303

Comments must be received by August 15, 2018. People who are unable to attend the hearing but wish to make oral comments on the plan may call the LIHEAP Program at 404-657-3426.