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09/30/2026

LIHEAP resumes October 1, 2026! 🏠
Utility bill assistance is available for income eligible households.

Who can apply beginning October 1?

Priority Period includes:
• Older adults age 60 and older
• Individuals with a disability
• Households with children age 5 and under
• Households that are disconnected or facing imminent disconnection

Beginning November 1, 2026:
All income eligible households can apply.

📞 Learn more: (800) 571-CEDA (2332)
💻 Apply online: CEDAorg.net/Bills
📍 Find a Partner Intake Site: CEDAorg.net/Sites
Applications are first come, first served through August 13, 2027, or until funds are exhausted.

09/21/2026

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We may be able to help with utility bill assistance.

CEDA Energy Services connects income eligible Cook County households to utility bill assistance through LIHEAP.

📅 Applications open October 1, 2026, for priority households, including:
🟡 Older adults 60 and older
🟡 Disabled individuals
🟡 Households with children five and under
🟡 Households that are disconnected or in imminent disconnection status

📅 Beginning November 1, 2026, applications open for all other income eligible households.

Applications are accepted through August 13, 2027, or until funds are exhausted.

Know your dates. Get ready!
💻 Learn more & apply online: CEDAorg.net/Bills
📍 Find a Partner Intake Site: CEDAorg.net/Sites
📞 Call to learn more: (800) 571-CEDA (2332)

09/11/2026