Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP/LIHEAP)

About This Program

Connecticut's Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) provides heating bill assistance to income-eligible households, ranging from $295–$595 based on income (or $345–$645 if a vulnerable household member is present). Hartford residents apply through the Community Renewal Team (CRT). Benefits are applied directly to the heating account, and Eversource matches each dollar received.

Basic benefit $295–$595; vulnerable household supplement adds $50; Eversource matches dollar-for-dollar.

Key Details

• Income at or below 60% of CT State Median Income
• Basic benefit $295–$595; vulnerable household supplement adds $50
• Eversource matches every CEAP dollar applied to your account
• Hartford: apply at Community Renewal Team (CRT), 395 Wethersfield Ave
• Call CRT at 860-560-5800 or apply online at ct.gov/heatinghelp

How to Apply

Deadline: 2025-2026 season open; apply October through spring