The federal Energy Information Administration estimates this winter's bill for heating with natural gas will be almost 50 percent higher than last year's. Nebraska's Low-Income Energy Assistance Program is available to help applicants who qualify for the program, according to Mike Kelly, a program specialist for the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. The Energy Assistance Program can provide financial assistance. The Nebraska Low-Income Energy Assistance Program will partially pay the cost of electricity, fuel oil, gas, coal, wood, kerosene, propane, or other fuel sources. It can also provide assistance to resolve crises such as shut-off notices or equipment failures.
Eligibility is determined by checking the applicant's resources and income.
Some resources aren't counted. Grant amounts are based on income, type of residence, and the type of fuel used.