Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP/LIHEAP)

CT Department of Social Services / Community Renewal Team

Open Energy Assistance

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

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860-560-5800

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

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