We are now taking appointments for the 2024-25 Indiana Energy Assistance Program.

Community members needing assistance can now call our offices to make an appointment. Please call 464-9736 Option 1 or 219-464-9797 to schedule a time to review your application.

EAP provides a one-time annual benefit that can assist you with the high cost of home energy and can help if you are about to get disconnected. However, an EAP benefit will not cover all of your annual heating and electric costs, so you should continue to pay your bills regularly.

Documents that may be needed, depending on each individual circumstances:

Energy Assistance Program Application 2025

Income Verification Affidavit

Utility Affidavit

Workforce Development Release of Information

Landlord Affidavit

Direct Benefit Payment Form


Energy Assistance Income Guidelines for 2024-25

Household Size One Month 3 Months

1 $2,686 $8,059

2 $3,513 $10,539

3 $4,339 $13,018

4 $5,166 $15,498

5 $5,992 $17,978

6 $6,819 $20,458

7 $6,974 $20,923

8 $7,129 $21,388