The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program provides subsidies of up to 60 percent on energy costs.
Under the revision passed by the legislature Tuesday, grants would be available to families whose income is no more than 50 percent higher than the poverty level as defined by the federal government. For a family of four, that would be $25,560 a year.
A number of community service agencies take applications. To find the nearest site, call 800-252-8643.
Also, Chicago and area counties have central intake agencies:
Chicago–Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County: 312-456-4100.
Suburban Cook County–312-795-8800.
DuPage County Department of Human Resources: 630-682-7000.
Kane County–Community Contacts Inc.: 630-232-9530.
Lake County Community Action Project: 847-249-4330.
McHenry County Housing Authority: 815-338-7752.
Will County Center for Community Concerns: 815-722-0722.
Source: Illinois Department of Commerce and Community Affairs
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