Kentucky LIHEAP Crisis Component

Kentucky Division of Community Based Services

Available Emergency Repair

About This Program

Kentucky LIHEAP Crisis Component is available to homeowners and renters in Bowling Green, KY.

Emergency heating or cooling assistance for low-income households facing utility disconnection or heating/cooling system failure. Provides emergency furnace repair, crisis payments to prevent disconnection, or space heaters. Available year-round for qualifying life-threatening situations.

Emergency assistance amount based on crisis severity

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.

In Bowling Green, KY, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Emergency assistance up to $800
  • For utility disconnection or system failure
  • Income at or below 150% federal poverty level
  • Available year-round for crises
  • Can cover emergency furnace repairs

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(270) 746-7437

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Available year-round for qualifying emergencies

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Kentucky LIHEAP Crisis Component provide in Bowling Green, KY?

Up to $800 emergency assistance.

Who qualifies for Kentucky LIHEAP Crisis Component in Bowling Green?

Kentucky LIHEAP Crisis Component is open to homeowners and renters in Bowling Green, KY. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Kentucky LIHEAP Crisis Component in Bowling Green, KY?

Apply directly with Kentucky Division of Community Based Services using the official program link on this page or call (270) 746-7437. There is no middleman and no fee.

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