Tennessee Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)

Tennessee Department of Human Services

Available Energy Assistance

About This Program

Tennessee Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) is available to homeowners and renters in Mountain Home, TN.

Federally funded program providing energy bill payment assistance to eligible low-income Tennessee households. Helps pay heating and cooling costs, with priority given to households with seniors, young children, or members with disabilities.

Benefit amount varies by household size, income, and energy costs

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

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

In Mountain Home, TN, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Energy bill payment assistance up to $800
  • For low-income homeowners and renters
  • Priority for seniors, children, and disabled
  • Seasonal application periods
  • Administered through ETHRA locally

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(615) 313-4700

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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).
  • 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).
Download this checklist (PDF)

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: Seasonal applications, typically October-April

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Tennessee Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) provide in Mountain Home, TN?

Up to $800 per season.

Who qualifies for Tennessee Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) in Mountain Home?

Tennessee Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) is open to homeowners and renters in Mountain Home, TN. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Tennessee Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) in Mountain Home, TN?

Apply directly with Tennessee Department of Human Services using the official program link on this page or call (615) 313-4700. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Seasonal applications, typically October-April.

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