Energy Assistance

The McHenry County Housing Authority strives to provide housing stability through our programs and referrals with our partner agencies.

Find Assistance with these programs:

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Weatherization

Applicants must have the following documentation with them for the appointment:

• Proof of all income for all household members for the 30 days before the day of their appointment (includes, but is not limited to: paycheck stubs, Social Security income, Unemployment, SSI, TANF, General Assistance from Township)
• Current Utility Bills – gas, electric, fuel oil, propane
• Social Security Cards for all Household Members

Note: Depending on circumstances, other documentation may be required

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

The McHenry County Housing Authority (MCHA) administers the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and will begin accepting applications for winter heating assistance beginning October 1, 2024.

ELIGIBILITY PERIODS:

October – Seniors, the disabled that receive disability income, families with children aged 5 and under, and households who are disconnected or have a disconnection notice. (You must be able to provide the disconnection notice.)

November – All income eligible households may apply

LIHEAP is a state and federally funded energy assistance program for low-income families. A family receives a one-time, lump-sum payment toward energy bills, as funding allows.

LIHEAP 30 Day Income Limit

Household Size	1	2	3	4	5	6
30 Day Income Limit	$2510	$3407	$4303	$5200	$6097	$6993

Household Size	30 Day Income Limit
1	$2510
2	$3407
3	$4303
4	$5200
5	$6097
6	$6993

How to Obtain Assistance

Schedule your own appointment using Appointments Plus:

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NOTE: When making your appointment, you can use the blue arrow next the month name to advance to the next month. Due to program regulations, we are only able to schedule appointments a maximum of 60 days out.

OR

Request an appointment by calling our office at 815/338-7752.

We will call you at your appointment time. Please have all documents in front of you for your appointment.

Program Coordinator
Pepper LaFontaine
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ComEd Hardship

THIS PROGRAM IS CURRENTLY OUT OF FUNDING.

ComEd Hardship 30 Day Income Limit

Household Size	1	2	3	4	5	6
30 Day Income Limit	0	0	0	0	0	0

Household Size	30 Day Income Limit
1	0
2	0
3	0
4	0
5	0
6	0

“I say this now to all that would read about this wonderful gift I have received. McHenry County Housing Authority far exceeded the gift of warmth I now enjoy. They called asking if they could help me! What I say to you all, answer the call. These people are great. This program is out there for seniors and those in need. I can’t say enough how wonderful they all were to me.”

Weatherization

The program is a free service to income qualifying residents of McHenry County. The goal of this program is to make your home more comfortable and energy-efficient.

Improvements can also include air sealing of windows and doors, attic and foundation insulation, dense packing walls, repair/replacement of furnace and A/C, and proper ventilation of your home.

LIHEAP clients automatically qualify for this program, but still need to go through the Weatherization application process.

Residents who are over income for LIHEAP can still qualify for Weatherization.

APPLY ONLINE FOR WEATHERIZATION – CLICK HERE

Weatherization Annual Income Limit

Household Size	1	2	3	4	5	6
Annual Income Limit	$30,120	$40,880	$51,640	$62,400	$73,160	$83,920

Household Size	Annual Income Limit
1	$30,120
2	$40,880
3	$51,640
4	$62,400
5	$73,160
6	$83,920

Program Director
Rick Luna

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“The Weatherization Program made my home more efficient. I already see a reduction in my gas and electric bills. I am so grateful for the program and to MCHA for helping me.”