LEAP expands eligibility benefits for heating assistance

As Colorado’s October snow rolled in, the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program prepared to kick off the 2019-20 season with expanded eligibility criteria for individuals and families needing heating assistance. Enrollment for the 2019-2020 program is open now and continues through April 30, 2020.

“We are grateful that a larger number of individuals, seniors and families will be able to take advantage of this program,” said Theresa Kullen, LEAP manager. “These new eligibility levels and our online process will make it even easier to access assistance this year.”

Colorado residents with an annual income up to 60% of the State Median Income may qualify for heating assistance through LEAP. The new guidelines have increased over last year’s household income threshold with individuals not exceeding $2,371/month and a family of four $4,561/month.

Applications can be accessed through LEAP’s website at www.colorado.gov/cdhs/LEAP, which also links to the state’s CO PEAK system for online application. This consolidates resources in one easy-to-use location taking less time and creating a more efficient process.

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