NC Department of Health and Human Services / Lincoln County DSS
Emergency heating assistance for low-income households facing a heating crisis during winter months. Provides payment toward heating bills or minor heating system repairs to restore heat. Priority for households with young children, elderly, or disabled members.
Emergency assistance amount based on crisis severity and household need
Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
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Deadline: October through March (heating season)
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