LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

Miami-Dade Community Action & Human Services Department (CAHSD)

Available Home Repair

About This Program

LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program is available to homeowners in Miami, FL.

LIHEAP is a federally funded program administered by Miami-Dade CAHSD that helps low-income households pay cooling and heating energy bills. Florida's FY 2026 allocation is $108.9 million. Standard benefits range from $400 to $1,350 for heating/cooling assistance; crisis assistance (for households facing disconnection) can reach $2,000. Apply at any Miami-Dade Community Resource Center.

Benefits are paid directly to the utility provider. Crisis assistance (up to $2,000) is available year-round for households facing disconnection.

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

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Helps pay electric and cooling bills for low-income households
  • Standard benefit: $400 minimum, $1,350 maximum per year
  • Crisis assistance up to $2,000 for households facing disconnection
  • Florida FY 2026 total allocation: $108.9 million
  • Apply at any of 12 CAHSD Community Resource Centers in Miami-Dade

How to Apply

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786-469-4640

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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).
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • 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).
  • 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: Rolling, year-round with crisis assistance available

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Frequently asked questions

How much can LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program provide in Miami, FL?

$400-$1,350 utility assistance; up to $2,000 crisis.

Who qualifies for LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program in Miami?

LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program is open to homeowners in Miami, FL. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for LIHEAP, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program in Miami, FL?

Apply directly with Miami-Dade Community Action & Human Services Department (CAHSD) using the official program link on this page or call 786-469-4640. There is no middleman and no fee.

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