Heating Assistance

Need help during the cold winter?

DCP administers the federal Home Energy Assistance Program which helps pay home heating costs. HEAP (formerly LiHEAP) benefits are based on a percentage of federal poverty levels and the guidelines change each year so clients need to reapply each year.  HEAP pays a portion of home heating costs but not all. Please see forms at the bottom of the page.

The program will be accepting phone calls and scheduling appointment on Monday, September 14th. Please call (207)610-5914.

Income Guidelines

Household Size        Monthly Income Limit

1.                                       $ 2,218
2.                                       $ 2,900
3.                                       $ 3,582
4.                                       $ 4,265
5.                                       $ 4,947
6.                                       $ 5,629
7.                                       $ 5,757
8.                                       $ 5,885
9.                                       $ 6,103
10.                                       $ 6,534

If you do not meet the income requirements above, we might be able to help through the THAW fund.  To apply for aid through this program, call the number below.

When HEAP benefits run out, a client may be eligible for ECIP. Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP) funds supplement HEAP in emergencies. To qualify for ECIP the household must be below 1/8 tank of oil or about to be disconnected. This program can provide a minimum delivery not exceed $400 of emergency heating assistance in life threatening situations. You can only receive this once a year, and must be a current, approved HEAP client.

To apply for these programs you must call to make an appointment. Applications can take up to 30 business days from date of application to be processed so it's important to call early. Our staff will try to work you into the site that is nearest to you. When you come to your appointment you must bring the following:

• Current proof of income for everyone in your household
• A current electric bill
• Date of birth and social security cards for everyone in your household
• Current photo ID for main applicant
• A copy of your current lease (if you rent)
• The name of your energy dealer as well as your account number if you have one.

Telephone lines open on September 14, 2020 to make appointments.

Please call (207)610-5914 to set up an appointment to gain heating assistance. Please call between 8 a.m. and noon, Monday through Friday. DCP serves Washington and Hancock Counties. 

Documents & Forms

• Applicant Income Affadavit - ES (PDF)
• HEAP Assistance Appointment Checklist (PDF)
• Landlord Affidavit ES (PDF)
• Odd Job Income Worksheet ES (PDF)
• Permission to Share Personal Information ES (PDF)
• Primary Residency Self-Declaration ES (PDF)
• Self-Employment Worksheet ES (PDF)
• Subsidized Housing Form - Renters Who Pay Their Own Heating Costs ES (PDF)