• Residents within the state of Montana have options during cold weather months for assistance with heating and home improvements
  • Two separate programs with the Montana State Department of Public Health and Human Services are offered to qualified applicants

Energy Assistance from Frigid Cold Available in Montana

Montana is known by many different monikers, including being the "Last Best Place".  It is also probably one of the "best places" to experience what Mother Nature can create for a winter wonderland.

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The extreme temperatures experienced each year can be drastic and dangerous.  Even more so if your home isn't necessarily efficient, and you are struggling paying that monthly heating bill.

If You or Someone You Know Needs Assistance, Montana DPHHS Can Help

For qualified residents and families, the State of Montana offers two programs to help with keeping your family warm and your home more efficient in the colder months.

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Through the Montana DPHHS, residents can apply for:

  • The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) pays part of winter energy bills and may be able to assist with furnace emergencies for eligible people.
  • The Weatherization Assistance Program helps participants to improve the heating efficiency of their homes and thus reduce their energy consumption.

What is the Eligibility Requirement for Families in Montana?

For those residents that are seeking help, eligibility for assistance is based on your income and resource limits. Both homeowners and renters may apply for these programs.

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For a family of three living in a single-family home, the averages were based on winter and summer months of consumption for year 2024.  - realestates.network
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How To Apply for Assistance for Help with State of Montana

Residents interested in both programs can find more details through the DPHHS website here.  Applicants that are already registered with state programs such as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program, may qualify automatically for assistance.

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